# North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Customs brokers and exporters moving goods between the United States, Canada, and Mexico relied on NAFTA – the North American Free Trade Agreement – as their governing framework for preferential trade for more than two decades.

Customs brokers and exporters moving goods between the United States, Canada, and Mexico relied on NAFTA – the North American Free Trade Agreement – as their governing framework for preferential trade for more than two decades. Entering into force in 1994, the agreement progressively eliminated tariffs and established rules of origin that became particularly significant for the automotive and electronics sectors. NAFTA was superseded on July 1, 2020, by the USMCA (United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement), which introduced updated provisions on origin certification, labor standards, and digital trade. NAFTA Certificates of Origin are no longer accepted for preferential tariff claims; USMCA certification requirements apply instead. The name NAFTA still appears regularly as a historical reference in legacy contracts, supplier agreements, and compliance documentation.

**Source:** [https://ustr.gov/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements/united-states-mexico-canada-agreement](https://ustr.gov/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements/united-states-mexico-canada-agreement)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 121 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://ustr.gov/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements/united-states-mexico-canada-agreement |

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