**Jorge H. Martínez, owner of Micro Partes, capitalizes on the opportunities presented by trade policies that challenge larger competitors.**
**Tariffs Boost Mexican Manufacturer Amidst Global Competition**
**Tariffs Boost Mexican Manufacturer Amidst Global Competition**
**A small Mexican business thrives as U.S. tariffs reshape the manufacturing landscape.**
Jorge H. Martínez, the director of Micro Partes in Monterrey, Mexico, welcomed the volatility of the global market brought about by U.S. tariffs under President Trump. While many in Mexico's business community viewed the impending tariffs with apprehension, Martínez seized the moment to bolster his production. "In a crisis, if you’re prepared, you win," stated the 40-year-old entrepreneur, observing the surge in demand for the plastic components his company produces—straps, plugs, fasteners, grommets, zip ties, and clamps.
Micro Partes, employing around 50 workers, operates in a sector historically overshadowed by cheaper Chinese manufacturing. Before tariffs introduced by the U.S. government, the Mexican manufacturer struggled to compete with the low prices of imported goods. However, the recent trade policies have reversed this trend, enabling Micro Partes to flourish as domestic production gains preference over offshore supplies.
Martínez noted that, as business owners in Mexico were bracing for the worst, he recognized the potential for growth. His factory, filled with the sounds of machinery, is now bustling with activity, generating crucial components that are often overlooked yet essential to various production processes—from protective cable rings to washing machine screw covers and advertising buttons on shopping carts.
As the landscape of manufacturing continues to shift, Micro Partes stands as a testament to how strategic adaptation to political changes can yield new opportunities. For Martínez and his employees, the looming tariffs have created an unexpected pathway to success.
