US Circuit Board Assemblies in Mexico from Mexico
Printed circuit boards fabricated in US with components populated in Mexico via wave soldering assembly. US boards maintain identity through assembly process with cleaning and conformal coating as incidental. Duty-free under 9802.00.80.46 note 7(b)(ii).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Gerber files and US fab house certificates prove board origination
• Assembly yield rates monitored to prevent value advancement claims
• SMT component placement distinguished from prohibited US board modification