Is the future of stuffed animals in Mexico?

marketing43138
Apr 16
2 min read

The US-China trade war paves the way for a new era of production: closer, more agile, and more reliable.

For years, China was synonymous with mass production and low costs in the plush toy industry. However, the global landscape has changed. Trade tensions between the United States and China, high tariffs, logistical disruptions, and the quest for greater traceability have forced brands to rethink their supply chains. And that's where Mexico comes in.

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🟢Mexico: The new frontier of nearshoring

Thanks to its strategic location and an increasingly robust industrial ecosystem, Mexico is emerging as the ideal partner for the manufacturing of textiles and products like personalized plush toys.

Unlike production in Asia, which involves weeks (or even months) of transportation and customs, manufacturing in Mexico allows for much shorter delivery times, reduced logistics costs, and greater flexibility in the face of changes in design or demand.

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🔁 From globalization to “friendshoring”

The United States seeks to strengthen its value chains with strategic allies, and Mexico meets all the requirements: geographic proximity, trained talent, industrial infrastructure, and a favorable legal framework.

US companies that previously produced exclusively in China are now looking south of the Rio Grande. Plush toy manufacturing is no exception.

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🧸 PELUCHEMEX: An example of the change underway

At Peluchemex, we already have our plans in motion. With more than 15 years of experience, we are a Mexican company that specializes in high-quality personalized plush toys for brands in Mexico and are on the path to becoming the best plush toy option for the United States and Canada.

Our location just two hours from customs in Laredo, Texas, and our design, production, and delivery capabilities make us a true example of successful nearshoring in the toy and promotional sector.