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Commercial Service offices in Mexico can conduct background checks onpotential Mexican partners.• Mexican customs regulations, product standards and labor laws may presentpitfalls for U.S. companies. U.S. Embassy commercial, agricultural and laborattachés are available to counsel firms with respect to regulations that affect theirparticular export product or business interest.• Violence between drug trafficking organizations has created insecurity in parts ofMexico, particularly in some border areas.Market OpportunitiesReturn to top• Abundant market opportunities for U.S. firms exist in Mexico; trade totals almost$850 million a day between the two countries.• The National Infrastructure Plan (2007-2012) offers key projects in power, oil andgas, airports, water supply and water treatment, and other sectors. There isextensive, unexploited potential for investments in renewable energy, energyefficiency and clean energy.• Some of Mexico’s most promising sectors include: agribusiness; auto parts &services; education services; energy; environmental; franchising; hotel &restaurant; housing & construction; internet & IT services; packaging equipment;security & safety equipment and services; telecommunications equipment;transportation infrastructure equipment and services; travel & tourism servicesand the agricultural sector.Market Entry StrategyReturn to top• To do business in Mexico it is key to develop and maintain close relationshipswith clients and partners. Mexicans prefer direct communication such astelephone calls or face-to-face meetings. However, e-mail is widely used.• Mexican companies are extremely price conscious, seek financing options, tendto desire exclusive agreements, and value outstanding service and flexibility.• U.S. firms wishing to export to Mexico will find a variety of market entrystrategies. Many factors help determine the best strategy, such as theproduct/service, logistics & customs, distribution, marketing, direct or indirectsales, exporting experience, and language proficiency, among others.• The U.S. Commercial Service can assess market potential of products andservice, provide advice on export strategies, and facilitate business agreementswith potential clients and/or partners through our 4 offices in Mexico: Mexico City,Guadalajara, Monterrey and Tijuana.Return to table of contents