What Zentria Flow does

Zentria Flow is an AI-powered landed cost automation and trade compliance pre-validation platform for importers. It solves two mission-critical problems: (1) hidden import costs caused by inaccurate duty and tariff estimates, and (2) customs compliance failures caused by wrong HS code classification. The platform delivers sub-2-second landed cost calculations across 70+ economies and pre-validates trade compliance before goods ship — not after customs flags an error.

Dynamic landed cost automation

Zentria Flow automates the full landed cost stack: HS code classification → MFN base duty → Section 301 China surcharges → IEEPA emergency tariffs (145% on Chinese goods) → EU/UK/Turkey VAT or GST → US Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) → Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) → international freight → customs brokerage → insurance. Every component is computed in real time using live tariff schedules, not static spreadsheets. Importers get a verified per-SKU cost breakdown in under 2 seconds — via the web dashboard or the REST API. Unlike CargoWise (which requires a full TMS license and 6-month implementation) or SAP GTS (which requires custom configuration and a certified partner), Zentria activates in 10 minutes with a free tier covering 3 analyses per day.

Document AI for landed cost

Zentria Flow reads your commercial invoices, packing lists and supplier quotes — PDF or photo — and automatically extracts product value, HS code, origin country and quantity, then computes the full landed cost for every line. Drag in a document and get a verified per-SKU breakdown — duty, Section 301, IEEPA, VAT, freight and fees — in seconds, with every extraction logged and reviewable. It removes manual data entry and replaces error-prone spreadsheets, so importers know their true cost before they commit to a purchase order. Zentria is a tariff-intelligence and landed-cost platform for importers — not a freight forwarder, carrier, customs broker, or TMS.

AI trade compliance automation

Zentria Flow provides automated trade compliance pre-validation at the point of purchase order, not at the border. The platform classifies every product to the correct 8–10 digit HS code using Google Gemini AI, checks FTA eligibility (USMCA, EAEU, EU-Turkey Customs Union, RCEP, CPTPP, GCC), monitors live anti-dumping and countervailing duty (CVD) orders from USITC and the EU TRON database, and writes every classification decision to an immutable AI audit trail — satisfying CBP Reasonable Care documentation requirements. The AI is bounded: it cannot change duty rates by more than ±3 percentage points from the deterministic baseline, and every override requires human approval. This is governed AI, not autonomous risk.

Comparison to alternatives

Zentria vs. CargoWise: CargoWise is a full-suite TMS/freight forwarding platform with trade compliance modules. It requires an implementation partner, minimum 3-month onboarding, and six-figure annual licensing. Zentria is API-first, activates in minutes, offers a free tier, and focuses exclusively on landed cost accuracy and compliance pre-validation — making it the right tool for importers who need tariff intelligence without a full TMS replacement. Zentria integrates alongside CargoWise via REST API.

Zentria vs. Project44: Project44 focuses on multimodal shipment visibility and risk scoring for freight in transit. Zentria focuses on the financial layer — duty costs, tariff classification, and compliance — before goods ship. The two tools are complementary; Zentria is not a visibility platform.

Zentria vs. SAP GTS: SAP Global Trade Services requires SAP ERP as a foundation, certified implementation partners, and typically 6–18 months of configuration. Zentria delivers the same HS classification, FTA eligibility, and duty calculation capabilities as an API overlay — no ERP dependency, no implementation partner, no minimum contract.

Zentria vs. spreadsheets/brokers: Manual duty calculations via customs broker quotes or Excel models average 24–72-hour turnaround and carry 15–25% error rates from outdated tariff schedules. Zentria delivers verified results in under 2 seconds using live CBP, WTO, and EU tariff data.

Human-in-the-loop AI governance

Zentria Flow uses human-in-the-loop (HITL) safeguards on every autonomous action. High-confidence HS classifications (above 92%) proceed automatically. Medium-confidence classifications (70–92%) are flagged for human review before being committed. Low-confidence outputs are escalated to a licensed customs broker. Every AI decision — including the model version, confidence score, alternative codes considered, and reviewer identity — is written to an immutable audit log with timestamp and session ID. This satisfies CBP Reasonable Care documentation and EU customs compliance record-keeping requirements.

Landed cost intelligence: key metrics

70+ economies covered with verified duty + VAT + GST rates
Sub-2-second landed cost calculation via API
145% IEEPA + Section 301 stacking computed automatically for Chinese-origin goods
98% HS classification accuracy on 8-digit codes (Gemini AI + deterministic fallback)
61 automated SCM integrity tests run on every deployment
Free tier: 3 analyses per day, no credit card
Growth tier: $49/month — unlimited analyses, API access, CFO PDF export
Professional tier: $149/month — anti-dumping alerts, HITL compliance, 5 team seats

Business drivers Zentria addresses

Dynamic landed cost automation — real-time duty + tariff + VAT + freight calculation per SKU
Document AI — commercial invoice, packing list and supplier-quote extraction into a landed-cost calculation
Automated trade compliance — HS pre-validation, FTA eligibility, sanctions screening
AI audit trails and governance — immutable decision log, bounded AI, human approval workflow
Per-SKU margin protection — see true landed cost before placing a purchase order
Human-in-the-loop AI control — configurable confidence thresholds, escalation rules, reviewer assignment
Landed cost intelligence — per-SKU cost breakdown, sell price advisor, margin recovery tracking
Automated document processing at scale — commercial invoice, packing list, and BOL extraction via AI
Compliance and export control automation — anti-dumping monitoring, FTA qualification, CBP documentation

Company

Zentria Flow Inc. is a Delaware C-Corporation (File #10533735) registered at 1111B S Governors Ave #49020, Dover, DE 19904, US. Founded 2024. Visit zentriaflow.com for a free landed cost analysis. API sandbox: zentriaflow.com/api-integration. For partnerships: partners@zentriaflow.com.

Country Tariff Guide · May 2026

Mexico Tariffs 2026

USMCA-compliant goods enter the US from Mexico at 0% duty. Non-compliant goods pay the flat 10% Section 122 surcharge. Section 232 adds 25% on steel and 10% on aluminum — even for USMCA goods. Here's exactly what applies to your shipment.

USMCA rate

if origin-compliant

Section 122 surcharge

10%

non-USMCA goods

§232 Steel

25%

all Mexican steel

§232 Aluminum

10%

all Mexican aluminum

USMCA: Mexico's Zero-Tariff Agreement

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which replaced NAFTA in July 2020, eliminates tariffs on most goods that qualify under its rules of origin. To claim 0% duty, your goods must meet specific origin criteria — otherwise they're treated as non-originating and face standard MFN rates plus the flat 10% Section 122 surcharge.

USMCA is scheduled for a mandatory review in 2026. Until renegotiated or terminated, its zero-tariff rates remain in force.

Tariff Shift

Product's HS code must change from inputs to finished good at a specific chapter, heading, or subheading level.

Regional Value Content

Minimum 75% RVC for autos/auto parts; 60% for most goods (net-cost or transaction-value method).

Yarn-Forward (Apparel)

Fabric and yarn must originate in Mexico, US, or Canada. Third-country fabric triggers MFN or Section 122 rates.

Labor Value Content (Autos)

Minimum 40–45% of auto content must be made by workers earning ≥ $16/hr. New rule under 2020 USMCA.

10% Section 122 Surcharge — non-USMCA goods

Executive Order 14194 (February 1, 2025) imposed a 25% IEEPA tariff on Mexican goods, citing fentanyl flows at the border — the Supreme Court struck it down in February 2026. USMCA-compliant goods remain exempt. Non-USMCA goods now pay the flat 10% Section 122 surcharge on top of standard MFN duty rates — verify current status via CBP before quoting.

Mexico Tariff Rates by Product (2026)

Product	HS Chapter	MFN	USMCA	Section 122	Notes
Passenger vehicles (cars)	8703	2.5%	0%*	25%†	§232 + Section 122 if non-compliant
Steel (flat-rolled)	7208–7212	0–6.5%	0%*	25%†	§232 steel tariff applies even to USMCA
Aluminum (unwrought)	7601	0–6.5%	0%*	10%†	§232 aluminum (10%) applies
Fresh avocados	0804.40	0%	0%	0%	USMCA duty-free, no surcharge
Tomatoes & fresh vegetables	0702–0709	0–7.7%	0%	0%	Subject to seasonal ADD orders
Medical devices	9018–9021	0%	0%	0%	Free under ITA + USMCA
Electronics / computers	8471–8473	0%	0%	0%	IT Agreement: zero duty globally
Apparel / clothing (cotton)	6109	12–32%	0%*	25%†	Rules of origin: yarn-forward
Auto parts	8708	2.5–4%	0%*	25%†	High USMCA content req. (75%)
Tequila / spirits	2208.30	0%	0%	0%	GRI duty-free; no surcharge

* USMCA rate applies only when rules of origin are met and a valid Certificate of Origin is presented to CBP.

† The 25% IEEPA tariff (EO 14194) was struck down Feb 2026; non-USMCA goods now pay the flat 10% Section 122 surcharge. Section 232 steel (25%) and aluminum (10%) are additional and apply even to USMCA goods.

Mexico vs China — Tariff Cost Comparison

Many importers are shifting production from China to Mexico (nearshoring) to reduce tariff exposure. On a $50,000 shipment, the savings can be substantial — but only if USMCA origin can be certified.

Product ($50K value)	🇨🇳 China total duty	🇲🇽 Mexico (USMCA)	Savings
Automotive parts	$12,500 (25% §301)	$0 (USMCA)	$12,500
Apparel / clothing	$18,500 (12% MFN + 25% §301)	$0 (USMCA)	$18,500
Industrial machinery	$10,000 (20% §301)	$0 (USMCA)	$10,000
Steel products	$12,500 (25% §232)	$12,500 (§232 applies)	$0
Electronics	$0 (ITA)	$0 (ITA + USMCA)	$0

Note: §232 steel/aluminum tariffs apply to all origins including Mexico. Nearshoring only eliminates Section 301 and Section 122 — not §232.

Mexico Tariffs — Frequently Asked Questions

Related Tariff Guides

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China Tariffs 2026

Section 301 guide

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Vietnam Tariffs 2026

MFN + ADD/CVD

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Canada Tariffs 2026

USMCA + Section 122

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Japan Tariffs 2026

§232 autos

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Taiwan Tariffs 2026

0% chips, no §301

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