Sectors
Oil, Gas & Power
Crude, natural gas, refined products and electricity cross North American borders every day. The agreement sets tariff treatment and origin rules, and recognizes Mexico's ownership of hydrocarbons.
Ch. 2Ch. 4Ch. 8Annex 14-ECh. 14Ch. 22Ch. 24
Where the agreement applies
| Chapter Ch. 2 | National Treatment and Market Access for Goods Tariff treatment for crude, gas and refined products. |
|---|---|
| Chapter Ch. 4 | Rules of Origin Origin rules for refined and processed energy products. |
| Chapter Ch. 8 | Recognition of the Mexican State's Ownership of Hydrocarbons Mexico's direct and inalienable ownership of hydrocarbons. |
| Chapter Ch. 14 | Investment Investment protection, including Annex 14-E for covered oil and gas contracts in Mexico. |
| Chapter Ch. 22 | State-Owned Enterprises and Designated Monopolies Rules for state-owned energy companies. |
| Chapter Ch. 24 | Environment Environmental commitments that affect projects. |
Also checkEnergy tariffs and export measures can change outside the agreement. Check the current status with a dated source.
Questions to start with
- How does CUSMA treat Canadian crude oil exported to the United States?
- What does Chapter 8 mean for a foreign company investing in Mexico's energy sector?
Who this is for
- Producers and exporters
- Pipeline and midstream operators
- Refiners and traders
- Utilities and power developers
- Oilfield service and equipment suppliers
General orientation only. Confirm specifics with a qualified adviser in the target market.