The Unexpected Boon: How Tariffs Revived a Small Business in Northern Mexico

Sat Jul 12 2025 06:19:01 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
The Unexpected Boon: How Tariffs Revived a Small Business in Northern Mexico

A northern Mexican company flourishes amidst U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, altering competition dynamics.


Jorge H. Martínez, CEO of Micro Partes, reveals how tariffs have transformed challenges into business growth, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of small enterprises.



Jorge H. Martínez, the driving force behind Micro Partes, a small manufacturing firm located in Monterrey, Mexico, has witnessed a significant shift in fortune due to recent U.S. tariffs aimed at Chinese imports. While many in Mexico's business landscape expressed trepidation over the repercussions of such tariffs, Martínez viewed them as an unexpected opportunity.

"The market is defined by those who are well-prepared for change," said Martínez, pointing at the bustling production lines in his factory where numerous tiny plastic components are manufactured. "What others feared has inadvertently benefited us."

Micro Partes specializes in creating essential yet often overlooked components such as straps, plugs, fasteners, grommets, zip ties, and clamps. These items, although minor in size, play crucial roles in myriad production processes. Traditionally, Martínez faced fierce competition from Chinese manufacturers offering similar products at significantly lower prices.

Today, as tariffs restrict imports from China, Micro Partes has witnessed a surge in demand. "We've been able to step in where others can't," he said, clearly optimistic about the future of his business. With about 50 employees, the company is thriving, illustrating how even amidst geopolitical turbulence, opportunities can emerge for those ready to adapt and innovate.

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