Mexico Starts Anti-Dumping Investigation on US Apples
Mexico Launches Anti-Dumping Inquiry into U.S. Apple Imports
Mexico has initiated an anti-dumping investigation concerning apple imports originating from the United States, according to a resolution published Wednesday in the Diario Oficial de la Federación (DOF), the country’s official gazette.
The investigation stems from a complaint filed by the Unión Agrícola Regional de Fruticultores del Estado de Chihuahua (Unifrut), a civil association representing fruit growers in the state of Chihuahua. Unifrut alleges that U.S. apple imports are being sold below market value, causing damage to the Mexican apple industry.
Trade Data and Complaint Details
From January to September 2025, the United States exported $286 million worth of apples to Mexico, a 10.2% decrease year-over-year, according to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce. Unifrut formally presented it’s case on August 29, 2025, providing evidence to support its claims of unfair pricing practices.
Investigation Scope and Timeline
Mexico’s Secretariat of Economy has designated April 1,2024,to March 31,2025,as the investigation period.The analysis of potential damage to the Mexican apple sector will cover the period from April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2025. Unifrut highlighted the seasonal nature of U.S. apple imports as a factor in its complaint.
The investigation will determine whether the imported apples are being sold at a price lower than their normal value, and if so, whether this is causing material injury to the domestic apple industry.