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4. Profile
โข Population: 112,468,855 (July 2010 est.)
โข Unemployment rate: 5.5% (2009 est.)
โข GDP: $1.465 trillion (2009 est.)
agriculture: 4.3%
industry: 32.9%
services: 62.8% (2009 est.)
โข Exports: $229.7 billion (2009 est.)
Commodities: manufactured goods, oil and oil products, silver, fruits,
vegetables, coffee, cotton
โข Imports: $234.4 billion (2009 est.)
Commodities:metalworking machines, steel mill products, agricultural
machinery, electrical equipment, car parts for assembly, repair parts for
motor vehicles, aircraft, and aircraft parts
5. Mexico
Overview:
โข U.S.-Mexico bilateral commercial relationship strengthened by NAFTA (North
American Free Trade Agreement).
โข Mexico is the U.S.โs 3rd largest trade partner and 2nd largest export market for U.S.
products.
โข Mexico is Utahโs 9th largest trading partner (September 2010 YTD).
โข With a shared Western and Hispanic culture U.S. producers find it easier to market
and sell their services and products in Mexico.
Challenges:
โข Significant differences between the Mexican and the U.S. legal system.
โข Mexicoโs large size can present difficulties in finding a single distributor or agent to
cover the vast market.
โข Despite showing signs of growth after years of stagnation, Mexicoโs interest rates
remain relatively, high making financing at reasonable rates difficult to SMEs
โข Security issues related to violence between drug trafficking organizations, specially in
border areas.
6. Utah Exports to Mexico
%2009-
Rank Description ANNUAL 2008 ANNUAL 2009 NOV 2009 YTD NOV 2010 YTD
2010
TOTAL ALL COMMODITIES 241,904,336.00 279,433,403.00 240,234,233.00 413,772,261. 00 72.24
Vehicles, Except Railway Or Tramway, And Parts
1 Etc 14,123,975.00 26,514,092.00 17,068,894.00 76,117,040. 00 345.94
2 Ores, Slag And Ash 45,856,901.00 38,252,766.00 32,997,124.00 52,822,336.00 60.08
3 Explosives; Pyrotechnics; Matches; Pyro Alloys Etc 24,738,548.00 39,274,692.00 34,608,397.00 50,362,632.00 45.52
4 Industrial Machinery, Including Computers 13,113,303.00 26,528,291.00 24,490,889.00 29,506,616.00 20.48
5 Electric Machinery Etc; Sound Equip; Tv Equip; Pts 6,242,836.00 9,494,270.00 7,029,910.00 28,667,942. 00 307.80
6 Meat And Edible Meat Offal 7,680,828.00 11,196,216.00 9,747,498.00 18,537,125. 00 90.17
7 Miscellaneous Edible Preparations 12,055,068.00 13,271,974.00 11,908,602.00 16,089,347. 00 35.11
8 Articles Of Iron Or Steel 1,996,066.00 6,103,893.00 5,456,662.00 14,882,535.00 172.74
Furniture; Bedding Etc; Lamps Nesoi Etc; Prefab
9 Bd 20,399,145.00 23,296,073.00 4,184,211.00 12,339,181. 00 194.90
10 Plastics And Articles Thereof 6,005,224.00 4,959,803.00 21,786,601.00 11,860,014.00 -45.56
7. Market
Opportunities:
โข The National Infrastructure Plan (2007-2012) offers key projects in power, oil and
gas, airports, water supply and water treatment, and other sectors.
โข Extensive, unexploited potential for investments in renewable energy, energy
efficiency and clean energy.
โข 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 services and the agricultural sector.
8. Market
Entry Strategy:
โข Develop and maintain close relationships with clients and partners. Mexicans prefer
direct communication such as telephone calls or face-to-face meetings. However, e-
mail is widely used.
โข Mexican companies are extremely price conscious: offer financing options, exclusive
agreements, and outstanding service and flexibility.
โข Consider product/service, logistics & customs, distribution, marketing, direct or
indirect sales, exporting experience, and language proficiency factors in order to
determine best market entry strategy.
โข U.S. Commercial Service offers: assessment potential market of products and
service, advice on export strategies, mediation of business agreements with potential
clients and/or partners. Offices are located in Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
and Tijuana.
9. Selling US Products/Services
โข Distributor: useful/necessary in distributing product in various regions/ different
businesses, specially if stocking of product is required.
โข Agent: usually freelance. However, some Mexican firms serve as selling agents for
U.S. firms. Effective in reaching smaller cities and remote locations.
*Selection of appropriate agent/distributor requires time and effort. Consider: area
limitations of Mexican firms; developing close relationship with appointed
individual/firm; providing appropriate training, marketing support, samples, product
support, and timely supply of spare parts; including specific agent/distributor
agreement cancellation clause free of vague language.
โข Office establishment: regulated by General Law of Mercantile Organizations. Type
of business determines the operations the firm is allowed to perform in Mexico
among with liabilities and taxes. Ex: corporation (โS.A.โ), corporation with variable
capital (โS.A. de C.V.โ), limited liability partnership (โS. de R.L.โ), civil partnership
(โS.C.โ), and civil association (โA.C.โ).
โข Franchising: requires a long-term commitment and commitment to human and
financial resources, as well as patience and time to make their concept succeed in
the Mexican market. Agreements must be registered before the Mexican Institute of
Industrial Property in order to be effective against third parties.
10. Selling US Products/Services
โข Marketing: the marketing services industry has evolved into a more segmented and
specialized sector offering U.S. companies a complete array of possibilities.
Medium and small-sized U.S. companies should work closely with their local
distributor/representative in the creation of their marketing plan in order to have a
strong presence in the market.
Break Down of Marketing Tools in Mexico
Publicity (printed & electronic media) 54.1%
In-Store Promotions 25.8%
Direct Marketing 12.2%
Market Research 4.9%
Public Relations 2.3%
Design 0.7%
CICOM (Confederation of the Industry for Marketing Communication): leading
association in Mexico that coordinates the activities of local/international marketing
associations. (www.cicom.org.mx)
11. Selling US Products/Services
โข Joint Ventures: considered separate entities from their parent companies and must
register separately to pay taxes. Make sure to have a WRITTEN joint venture
agreement.
To safeguard a license or patent against third parties, all licenses and patents must
be registered with the Mexican Institute of Intellectual Property (IMPI). Registering a
license or patent entails a government review that can take up to twenty weeks.
โข Selling to the government:
Largest purchasers:
Public entities:
โข Secretariat of Communications and Transport (SCT)
โข Secretariat of Public Education (SEP)
โข Treasury Department (SHCP)
โข Secretariat of Health (SS)
Public enterprises:
โข Mexican Petroleum (PEMEX)
โข Federal Commission of Electricity (CFE)
โข Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS)
โข The State Workerโs Security and Social Services Institute (ISSSTE)
12. Selling US Products/Services
โข Selling to the government continued:
The Mexican government purchases large volumes of raw material, repair parts,
finished goods, and hired services, to execute important infrastructure and
construction works.
Estimates for 2009: Total government procurement amounted to USD $23.7 billion
(30% was to purchase goods, 45% for services and 25% for construction services)
For more info visit: http://www.compranet.gob.mx
13. BUSINESS SCHEDULE
โข Most private sector companies keep schedules
that are similar to those in the United States.
Example:
โ Morning office hours: 09:00 โ 14:00
โ Lunch time: 14:00 โ 15:00
โ Afternoon office hours: 15:00 โ 18:00
โข Government offices usually work very long and
unusual hours. Example:
โ Morning office hours: 10:00 โ 14:30
โ Lunch time: 14:30 โ 17:00
โ Afternoon office hours: 17:00 โ 22:00
14. LEGAL ASPECTS OF EXPORT MARKET ENTRY
STRATEGIES
A. Initial business inquiries relative to international expansion.
1. What is our strategic purpose?
2. What are our short, medium and long term objectives?
3. What level of control and involvement do we desire?
4. How does the transaction relate to our domestic operations and strategy?
5. What is our commitment to the market in terms of financial and human resources?
B. Typical market entry strategies.
1. Common strategies.
a. Sales and/or manufacturing through establishment of foreign
subsidiary or sister company.
b. Commercialization through establishment of foreign branch.
c. Sales and/or manufacturing by utilizing a joint venture with a
foreign partner.
d. Exporting through foreign distributor, sales representative or
agent.
e. Licensing of technology.
f. Direct export sales to end customers.
2. Advantages and disadvantages of each strategy.
15. LEGAL ASPECTS OF EXPORT MARKET ENTRY
STRATEGIES
C. Legal issues relating to formation of foreign subsidiary, sister company or
branch.
1. Selection of type of entity.
a. Corporation.
b. Limited liability company.
c. Partnership.
d. Branch.
2. Foreign investment law restrictions.
a. Exchange controls/repatriation of capital and profits.
b. Foreign Investment Commission approvals.
3. Immigration law issues.
4. Labor law issues.
5. Tax law considerations.
16. LEGAL ASPECTS OF EXPORT MARKET ENTRY
STRATEGIES
D. Legal issues relating to joint venture arrangements.
1. Legal recognition.
2. Choice of vehicle.
3. Control issues.
4. Exit strategies.
E. Legal issues relating to use of sales agents/distributors.
1. Agent or distributor: The business and legal distinctions.
2. Special legal concerns regarding term and termination.
3. Permanent establishment issues.
4. Confidentiality issues.
5. Advantages and disadvantages.
17. LEGAL ASPECTS OF EXPORT MARKET ENTRY
STRATEGIES
F. Specific legal issues arising in international sales contracts.
1. Applicable treaties.
2. U.N. Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of
Goods.
3. International terminology.
4. Incoterms: delivery, pricing and payment terms.
5. Choice of law.
6. Dispute resolution.
7. Product approvals/registrations/labelling.
8. Import permits and duties.
9. Governing language.
G. Export financing alternatives.
1. Export/Import Bank.
2. PEFCO/OPIC.
3. Etc.
18. LEGAL ASPECTS OF EXPORT MARKET ENTRY
STRATEGIES
H. Intellectual property law protection.
I. Application of U.S. law to foreign transactions.
1. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
2. Antitrust issues.
3. Antiboycott laws.
4. Export control laws.
5. Currency and Foreign Transactions Reporting Act.
J. Practical Suggestions.
1. Do your homework.
โ culture and customs
โ language
โ market for products or services and ease of access
โ identify regulatory framework
โ legal, tax and business framework
19. LEGAL ASPECTS OF EXPORT MARKET ENTRY
STRATEGIES
2. Prepare business plan.
โ define market
โ analyze and select alternative market entry strategies
โ identify strengths and weaknesses and potential problem areas of
each market entry strategy
โ budget ample resources -- both financial and human
โ adapt business and products to foreign market
โ devise strategy to cope with applicable laws and regulations
โ identify necessary personnel
3. Assemble team.
โ competent and experienced legal, tax and accounting advisors
โ take advantage of available resources (Utah Department of
Community and Economic Development, U.S. Foreign & Commercial
Service, USTR, Foreign Embassies, etc.)
โ communications experts
โ financial advisors/banking
โ shipping and customs experts
4. Remember three "P's."
โ Planning, preparation and persistence