On October 23, 2023, the Government of Mexico published an Executive Decree (“Decree”), with immediate effect, that placed new import restrictions on dozens of U.S. chemical and petrochemical products. While the stated intent of the Decree is to combat trade in illicit fuel, the measure imposes new non-tariff barriers on U.S. exports of many chemicals, including: inputs for lubricants and additives; synthetic resins and plastics; synthetic fibers and textiles; soaps and detergents; rubber; tires and hoses; ammonia; and fertilizers. These products are manufactured in many U.S. states, which allows us to keep high-paying jobs right here at home. The chemical manufacturing sector is one of America’s top exporting industries, accounting for 10 percent of all U.S. exports.