Mexico vs Turkey: Solar Import Comparison 2026
Compare every aspect of importing solar panels to Mexico and Turkey β tariffs, certifications, logistics, and market dynamics side by side.
Both Mexico and Turkey offer distinct import dynamics. Review the metrics below to pick the right sourcing strategy for your project.
| Metric | π Mexico North America | π Turkey Europe/Asia |
|---|---|---|
| Import Duty | 0% (duty-free for solar modules under PROSEC) | 0% (as of 2024; Additional Customs Duty scheme changes annually) |
| Anti-Dumping | None | None |
| VAT / Sales Tax | 16% IVA | 20% KDV |
| CBAM Applicable | β No | β No |
| Main Ports | Manzanillo (Pacific), LΓ‘zaro CΓ‘rdenas, Veracruz (Atlantic), Altamira | Istanbul (AmbarlΔ±), Izmir, Mersin |
| Typical Lead Time | 22-28 days sea freight Pacific route from Shanghai | 25-32 days sea freight from Shanghai |
| Preferred Incoterms | CIF Manzanillo, DDP Monterrey (for nearshoring projects) | CIF Istanbul, CIF Mersin |
| Top Brands | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Canadian Solar, Trina Solar, JA Solar | JinkoSolar, LONGi, Trina Solar, Kalyon (local), CW Enerji (local) |
| Popular Wattage | 540-580W bifacial (C&I dominant), 450-550W (distributed generation) | 540-600W bifacial (YEKA auctions), 430-480W (rooftop) |
| Q1 2026 Landed Price | Landed CIF Manzanillo TOPCon 560W: ~$0.10-0.11/W. Nearshoring boosts industrial rooftop demand. | Landed CIF Istanbul TOPCon 560W: ~$0.095/W. Lira volatility β prefer USD contracts with 50% TT deposit. |
Regulatory Notes
π Mexico
Nearshoring boom: US companies relocating manufacturing β huge industrial rooftop solar demand. CFE grid capacity auctions resumed. UL certification preferred (easier for cross-border projects).
π Turkey
YEKA auction program drives 1+ GW/year of utility solar. Local content requirement for government projects (minimum 55% local). Currency volatility = payment risk.
JUST SOLAR β Mexico Delivery
JUST SOLAR ships via Manzanillo with UL-certified modules β ideal for US-Mexico border industrial projects.
JUST SOLAR β Turkey Delivery
JUST SOLAR ships USD-denominated to Turkish distributors with flexible terms during lira volatility.
π Sourcing to both markets?
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