In the last few years, the medical device manufacturing  industry has positioned Mexico as a hub in Latin America for top medical device companies. It currently holds the 7^th place worldwide in medical instruments exports.

Unlike other industries during Covid-19, the industry of medical devices and its production remained stable in 2020 to 2021 and even presented increases due to the high demand of medical products. According to a study carried by INEGI, in 2020 Mexico exported 96.7% of the total of medical devices to the U.S, which accounted to $9,653 million USD.

Baja California has become the main state in Mexico for this cluster, housing 79 medical manufacturing companies, out of which, over 50 are based in Tijuana, resulting in the creation of 50,000 jobs.

4 Advantages of Choosing Medical Device Manufacturing in Tijuana

In 2017, Tijuana was named one of the world’s medical device capitals by The New York Times. And it is true that the industry has come a long way in the city since 2006, when the Baja California Medical Device Cluster was formed, a group composed of key representatives of the industry located in the state. Integrated by companies in the sector, universities and government agencies.

So, what are some of the factors that make Tijuana an attractive destination for manufacturing and investment?

1.      Privileged location

Tijuana is just minutes from the San Ysidro border, directly connecting it to San Diego County, California, one of the world’s largest and most diverse markets.

2.      Infrastructure

Baja California currently offers 223 kilometers of railroads, 8 seaports and 4 international airports. Which favors the transit of exports and imports of goods (Mexican Secretariat of Economy).

3.      Skilled labor force

Tijuana has institutions with medical device-related programs at the high schools and universities, along with an engineering, technology, and manufacturing approach. This results in a skilled workforce, prepared to support the region’s industrial sectors, which includes medical, aerospace, automotive, among others.

4.      Regulatory environment

Mexico has a manufacturing-friendly regulatory environment with standards and certifications that meet international norms. It is simpler for producers to export goods to foreign markets when they adhere to international standards.

How Can Medical Device Manufacturers Get Started in Tijuana?

There are many medical device manufacturers that have successfully settled their business in Tijuana. One of the most crucial decisions is choosing a location and an industrial building that accommodates to your needs.

At ATISA, we’ve helped companies like:

• Avanti.
• Stryker.
• Carl Zeiss.
• WS Audiology.

Which today operate in Tijuana, manufacturing a wide variety of medical instruments, such as:

• Orthodontic and dentistry devices.
• Orthopedic disposables.
•  Power tools.
• Support surfaces.
• Semiconductors.
• Hearing aid devices.

At ATISA we have a long history of assisting local and international companies in establishing their operations in the city. We are the regional leader in industrial real estate development with up to 1 million square feet of land ready for build-to-suit projects.

If you’re ready to get started, contact us today and get the professional guidance you need to expand your business.

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Sources:

Forbes (2023) Prevén que México ascienda al quinto lugar como exportador de dispositivos medicos. Retrieved from: Prevén que México ascienda al quinto lugar como exportador de dispositivos médicos (forbes.com.mx)

INEGI (2022) Conociendo la industria de dispositivos medicos. Retrieved from: Conociendo la industria de dispositivos médicos. 2022. (inegi.org.mx)

The New York Times (2017) Tijuana se ha convertido en una capital mundial en la fabricación de dispositivos médicos. Retrieved from: Tijuana se ha convertido en una capital mundial en la fabricación de dispositivos médicos – The New York Times (nytimes.com) SEDETI (2019) Informe Evento Medica Trade Fair. Retrieved from: http://www.tijuana.gob.mx/webpanel/UMAIHipervinculos/Archivo/Hipervinculos/24-202013122739766-120194134.pdf