| Factor | Mexico | China | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Cost | $4.50/hr avg | $7.20/hr avg | $28.50/hr avg |
| Transit to US | 1-3 days | 25-40 days | 0 days |
| USMCA Tariff | 0% | 25-100% | 0% |
| IP Protection | USMCA enforced | Limited | Strong |
| Time Zone | Same as US West | +13-16 hrs | — |
| Nearshore Savings | 30-40% vs US | 20-30% vs US | Baseline |
Baja California is Mexico's #1 medical device manufacturing cluster. 67+ companies. FDA proximity advantage.
67 established aerospace companies in BC. 17,000+ workers. 3,000+ engineering degrees per year.
Samsung, Foxconn, Panasonic — major electronics assembly in Tijuana's industrial corridors.
Toyota, Hyundai suppliers. Mexicali auto parts cluster growing rapidly with nearshoring.
Cross-border 3PL operations. Same-day truck access to San Diego, LA, Phoenix.
Food processing, textiles, furniture, plastics — diversified manufacturing base.
Temporary import program — raw materials enter duty-free for manufacturing and re-export. The backbone of Mexico's export manufacturing.
Products manufactured in Mexico with sufficient regional value content qualify for zero-tariff access to the US and Canada.
Baja California Sur zones with reduced ISR (income tax) and IVA (VAT) rates for qualifying businesses.
Operate in Mexico without establishing a legal entity. The shelter company handles compliance, HR, customs — you focus on production.
Designated zones with streamlined customs, reduced bureaucracy, and infrastructure support for export-oriented manufacturers.
Mexico offers tax incentives for research and development activities, particularly in aerospace, automotive, and technology sectors.
We analyze your operation, supply chain, and requirements to identify the optimal location in Baja California.
Tour available properties, evaluate build-to-suit options, and negotiate terms with developers.
IMMEX registration, environmental permits, municipal licenses, CFE power — we handle the bureaucracy.
Shelter program selection, workforce recruitment, supply chain logistics, and launch support.
NPG provides complimentary site selection consultations for qualified manufacturers considering Baja California.
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