由 lltx1822 Shipping E-cigarettes to Mexico
Mexico’s Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS) regulates e-cigarettes as “tobacco products.” Nicotine-containing e-cigarettes require COFEPRIS approval, while non-nicotine devices must meet safety standards.
Approval involves submitting product tests, including battery safety and e-liquid composition. E-liquids with nicotine are limited to 20mg/ml, and labels must be in Spanish, with warnings like “La nicotina es una sustancia adictiva” (Nicotine is an addictive substance).
Transportation rules for batteries follow NOM-019-STPS standards (Mexican regulations). Lithium batteries must be shipped in fire-resistant packaging, and air freight via Mexico City International Airport requires a COFEPRIS permit for dangerous goods.
Customs documentation includes the COFEPRIS approval, a commercial invoice with CIF value, and a certificate of origin. Mexico imposes 16% VAT on e-cigarettes, plus 30% customs duty. Note that some states (e.g., Baja California) ban flavored e-cigarettes, so confirm regional rules.