Industrial Property in the Second Government Report 

October 2, 2026

On September 1, 2026, the Second Government Report was presented. The main points impacting industrial property are presented below. 

The Report includes industrial property as a component of larger policies for innovation, competitiveness, and technology transfer. The findings focus on regulatory developments, an increase in the number of titles and registrations, strengthening the operations of the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI), the protection of distinctive signs, appellations of origin, and geographical indications, as well as cooperation with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and academic networks.

1) Strengthening the Regulatory Framework

Amendments to the Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property, published on April 3, 2026, and its Regulations, published on April 28, 2026, are detailed in the Report. The Report highlights the importance of these regulatory updates for technology transfer, as well as simplification of the registration process for obtaining patents and other registrations.

2) Protection of Industrial Property Rights

12,861 patents, utility models, and industrial designs were granted between September 2025 and June 2026. In addition, 154,721 registrations were granted and 61,160 renewals for distinctive signs were issued. 819 Mexican patents were registered during the same period thanks to an expedited examination process and increased examination capacity.

3) Trademarks and Distinctive Signs

The report indicates that 598 trademark applications related to the FIFA World Cup were received, of which 556 were granted registration. 12 declarations for well-known trademarks were also issued, 10 for famous trademarks, as well as 15 updates for famous trademarks. Furthermore, initiatives offering differentiated fees and advisory services were implemented to make the application process for trademarks, service marks, and trade names easier.

4) Designations of Origin and Geographical Indications

A new record was set with the issuance of “Café Nayarit” as a designation of origin, along with 25 geographical indications. These designations strengthen the legal protection of products linked to their territorial origin and regional production.

5) Innovation, Technology Transfer, and Cooperation

Mexico increased its collaboration with the WIPO through WIPO Translate, its inclusion as a participant of the WIPO Academy’s training institution program, and the development of a National Network of Technology and Innovation Support Centers (TISCs). In addition, the Network for the Development of Industrial Property in Higher Education was created, which comprises 241 institutions as of June 30, 2026. 

6) Outreach, Inclusion, and a Culture of Industrial Property

111,914 activities promoting the exercise of industrial property rights were reported. Support programs for small, woman-owned businesses, a children’s industrial property contest featuring 2,218 projects, and mentoring initiatives for people with intellectual disabilities were also developed in collaboration with the WIPO. 

Relevant Takeaways  

• Regulatory updates: Reviewing the reforms and their 2026 Regulations is advisable to adjust strategies for filing, processing, and managing portfolios, as well as technology transfers.
• Increased registration activity: The increased volume of registrations suggests the need to strengthen internal controls with regard to monitoring, renewals, and the use and defense of patents, designs, and distinctive signs.
• IMPI-COFEPRIS coordination: The linkage portal should be monitored for follow up regarding pharmaceutical patents and health registrations that could impact regulatory and litigation strategies.
• Designations of Origin and Geographical Indications: The increase in designations of origin and geographical indications expands the scope for protection, licensing, compliance, and defense against unauthorized use.
• Cooperation and innovation: The academic and other networks via WIPO´s TISCs can serve as important channels for technology searching, training, and knowledge transfer.

The Second Government Report 2025–2026 demonstrates how strengthening the Mexican industrial property system through regulatory updates, increased registration activity, institutional capacity building, and international engagement constitute an important focus in the government´s public policy. Priority areas for our practice are monitoring the implementation of the reforms and their regulations, keeping up to date with the expedited procedures and regulatory coordination, and taking advantage of opportunities arising from original inventions, technology transfer, and the innovation support networks.