Bye China, Hola Mexico? Not So Fast: The Hidden Costs Of Moving Factories Out Of China

Since 2022 many companies have shifted manufacturing from China to Mexico due to COVID lockdowns, geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and supply‑chain risks. Mexico offers proximity to the U.S. and tariff advantages under USMCA, but firms face higher setup costs, complex rules of origin, security, labor, customs, and infrastructure challenges requiring detailed planning, legal guidance, and production-ready operations.