# Mexico's Ramirez Cuellar: Junk Food Tax Still Undefined for 2027

Alfonso Ramirez Cuellar states that a proposed tax hike on junk food and alcohol remains undefined and will not be in the 2027 budget.

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Alfonso Ramirez Cuellar, vice-coordinator of Morena in the Chamber of Deputies, stated on 2026-08-04 that a proposal to increase taxes on junk food and alcohol remains undefined and is still under study. [^1][^2]

Alfonso Ramirez Cuellar stated that the federal government will not increase tax rates or percentages but will instead focus on mechanisms to prevent tax evasion by large companies. [^3] The 2027 Budget of Expenditures of the Federation is expected to exceed 10.5 trillion pesos, covering obligations for welfare, infrastructure, water, and railways. [^4] A serving of instant noodles like Maruchan provides about 180 to 200 calories and several hundred milligrams of sodium, depending on the flavor and presentation. [^5]

Each package of instant noodles like Maruchan includes a seasoning packet containing salt, spices, flavorings, flavor enhancers such as monosodium glutamate, and sometimes dehydrated vegetables. [^6] Experts say that instant noodles like Maruchan can be part of the diet occasionally but should not replace complete meals because they are low in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. [^7] The noodles in instant soups like Maruchan are made primarily from refined wheat flour, vegetable oil, and salt, and are cooked and dehydrated before packaging. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. Alfonso Ramirez Cuellar, vice-coordinator of Morena in the Chamber of Deputies, stated on 2026-08-04 that a proposal to increase taxes on junk food and alcohol remains undefined and is still under study. (El Heraldo de México, News)
2. Alfonso Ramirez Cuellar confirmed that the proposed tax increase on junk food and alcohol will not be included in the 2027 Economic Package, which is set to be delivered on September 8, 2026. (El Heraldo de México, News)
3. Alfonso Ramirez Cuellar stated that the federal government will not increase tax rates or percentages but will instead focus on mechanisms to prevent tax evasion by large companies. (El Heraldo de México, News)
4. The 2027 Budget of Expenditures of the Federation is expected to exceed 10.5 trillion pesos, covering obligations for welfare, infrastructure, water, and railways. (El Heraldo de México, News)
5. A serving of instant noodles like Maruchan provides about 180 to 200 calories and several hundred milligrams of sodium, depending on the flavor and presentation. (El Informador, News)
6. Each package of instant noodles like Maruchan includes a seasoning packet containing salt, spices, flavorings, flavor enhancers such as monosodium glutamate, and sometimes dehydrated vegetables. (El Informador, News)
7. Experts say that instant noodles like Maruchan can be part of the diet occasionally but should not replace complete meals because they are low in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. (El Informador, News)
8. The noodles in instant soups like Maruchan are made primarily from refined wheat flour, vegetable oil, and salt, and are cooked and dehydrated before packaging. (El Informador, News)

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