In 2024, Mexico was the top trading partner of the United States based on import value. In that year, U.S. imports from Mexico totaled to 505.85 billion U.S. dollars. China and Canada rounded out the top three as these countries continue to enjoy a close trading relationship under the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement. Germany and Japan were also high on the list, both providing the U.S. with over 140 billion dollars worth of imports in 2024.

This statistic depicts the leading 15 trade partners with the United States in 2023 by country. In that year, Canada was the second biggest trading partner with the United States, with a total trade value that amounted to about 783 billion U.S. dollars.

In the first half of the 20th century, the United States imported the largest value of goods from the United Kingdom until 1916, after which point Canada became its largest trading partner. There were observable declines in the total value of imports around the years 1921, 1929, and 1937, due to various economic crises, but there was a significant increase in imports from Canada in the 1940s due to the economic demands during the Second World War and postwar recovery period. There were little to no imports from France in the early 1940s while it was under German occupation.

Top Import Trading Partners of United-states with import value and Year on Year growth comparison

In 2023, Canada was the top trading partner with the United States based on export value. The U.S. exported goods worth about 354.36 billion U.S. dollars to Canada in that year. Mexico, China, the Netherlands, and Germany rounded out the top five export partners in that year.

The United States recorded a trade deficit of 61.62 USD Billion in April of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United States Balance of Trade - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

In most years between 1900 and 1950, the United Kingdom received the largest value of exports from the United States, with large spikes during the world wars. France also saw a large increase in export value during the First World War, but received almost nothing in the early-1940s when it was under German occupation. Overall, there was a large decline in exports from the U.S. in the 1930s due to the impact of the Great Depression.

The United States' total Imports in 2024 were valued at US$3.36 Trillion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. The United States' main import partners were: Mexico, China and Canada. The top three import commodities were: Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers; Electrical, electronic equipment and Vehicles other than railway, tramway. Total Exports were valued at US$2.06 Trillion. In 2024, The United States had a trade deficit of US$1.29 Trillion.

Japan's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$707.39 Billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Japan's main export partners were: the United States, China and South Korea. The top three export commodities were: Vehicles other than railway, tramway; Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers and Electrical, electronic equipment. Total Imports were valued at US$742.67 Billion. In 2024, Japan had a trade deficit of US$35.28 Billion.

This table contains 3904 series, with data for years 2000 - 2016 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years). This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (1 item: Canada); Trade (2 items: Import; Export); Top sixty trading partners (61 items: Total of all countries; United States; China; Mexico; ...); Classification by Broad Economic Categories (BEC4) (32 items: Food and beverages; Food and beverages, primary; Food and beverages, primary, mainly for industry; Food and beverages, primary, mainly for household consumption; ...).

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The United States' total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$2.06 Trillion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. The United States' main export partners were: Canada, Mexico and China. The top three export commodities were: Mineral fuels, oils, distillation products; Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers and Electrical, electronic equipment. Total Imports were valued at US$3.36 Trillion. In 2024, The United States had a trade deficit of US$1.29 Trillion.

Eximpedia Export import trade data lets you search trade data and active Exporters, Importers, Buyers, Suppliers, manufacturers exporters from over 209 countries

China's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$3.58 Trillion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. China's main export partners were: the United States, Hong Kong and Vietnam. The top three export commodities were: Electrical, electronic equipment; Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers and Vehicles other than railway, tramway. Total Imports were valued at US$2.59 Trillion. In 2024, China had a trade surplus of US$991.41 Billion.

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for North America

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for North America delivers an exhaustive and nuanced analysis of trade activities across the North American continent. This extensive dataset provides detailed insights into import and export transactions involving companies across various sectors within North America.

Coverage Across All North American Countries

The dataset encompasses all key countries within North America, including:

1. United States

The dataset provides detailed trade information for the United States, the largest economy in the region. It includes extensive data on trade volumes, product categories, and the key trading partners of the U.S. 2. Canada

Data for Canada covers a wide range of trade activities, including import and export transactions, product classifications, and trade relationships with major global and regional partners. 3. Mexico

Comprehensive data for Mexico includes detailed records on its trade activities, including exports and imports, key sectors, and trade agreements affecting its trade dynamics. 4. Central American Countries:

Belize Costa Rica El Salvador Guatemala Honduras Nicaragua Panama The dataset covers these countries with information on their trade flows, key products, and trade relations with North American and international partners. 5. Caribbean Countries:

Bahamas Barbados Cuba Dominica Dominican Republic Grenada Haiti Jamaica Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Trinidad and Tobago Trade data for these Caribbean nations includes detailed transaction records, sector-specific trade information, and their interactions with North American trade partners. Comprehensive Data Features

Transaction Details: The dataset includes precise details on each trade transaction, such as product descriptions, quantities, values, and dates. This allows for an accurate understanding of trade flows and patterns across North America.

Company Information: It provides data on companies involved in trade, including names, locations, and industry sectors, enabling targeted business analysis and competitive intelligence.

Categorization: Transactions are categorized by industry sectors, product types, and trade partners, offering insights into market dynamics and sector-specific trends within North America.

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Regulatory and Compliance Data: Information on trade regulations, tariffs, and compliance requirements is included, helping businesses navigate the complex regulatory environments within North America.

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Market Research: Companies can leverage the data to discover new market opportunities, analyze competitive landscapes, and understand demand for specific products across North American countries.

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Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for North America offers a vital resource for organizations involved in international trade, providing a thorough, reliable, and detailed view of trade activities across the continent.

As of 2024, the United States had a trade deficit of about 918 billion U.S. dollars. The U.S. trade deficit has increased since 2009, peaking in 2022. Most recently, 2023 marked the year when the U.S. trade deficit decreased from the previous year. What is trade deficit? A trade deficit is, quite simply, the total value of a country’s imports of goods and services minus the total value of its exports of goods and services. When a country exports more than it imports, it has a trade surplus, and when it imports more than it exports, it has a trade deficit. A trade deficit can mean one of two things: Either the country is failing to produce enough goods for its citizens, or its citizens are wealthy enough to purchase more goods than the country produces (as is the case with the United States). Trading partners The United States’ top export partners are its closest neighbors, Canada and Mexico, due in part to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which, pending ratification, will be replaced by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Regarding imports to the U.S., China takes the top spot, followed by Mexico and Canada.

In 2023, the United States' main trade partner for furniture imports was China, with a trade value of over ** billion U.S. dollars. With about half the trade value of imports from China, Mexico was the second most important furniture supplier into the United States.

Mexico's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$618.98 Billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Mexico's main export partners were: the United States, Canada and China. The top three export commodities were: Vehicles other than railway, tramway; Electrical, electronic equipment and Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers. Total Imports were valued at US$625.87 Billion. In 2024, Mexico had a trade deficit of US$6.89 Billion.

In 2023, the main trade partner of Brazil was China: trade between both countries exceeded 157 billion U.S. dollars. Furthermore, the South American economy registered a trade surplus of 51 billion dollars with China. The United States ranked as the second most important trade partner, although in this case Brazil had a trade deficit.

Replication files for a book chapter with Cambridge University Press. Many public opinion surveys show that most citizens view international trade favourably. However, differences emerge when asked about support for trade with specific countries, as people are more supportive of trade with some countries than with others. In other words, people have preferences for specific trading partners. Whereas citizens mostly only have an indirect influence on countries’ trade policy, political elites, such as legislators, have a direct say in these policies. Just as citizens, they also may prefer some potential trading partners to others. With this in mind, this contribution asks two related questions: what explains attitudes towards trade with different countries? And do the factors that determine trading partner preferences differ between citizens and political elites? We address these questions for the case of Latin American countries. Data from the Design of Trade Agreements (DESTA) project (Dür et al. 2014) show that these countries have been particularly active in forging trade agreements. Importantly, countries in Latin America have reached out to Western partners, such as the United States (US) and the European Union (EU), but also to non-Western countries, in particular China. Which entity becomes the major trading partner has important implications, as China, the EU, and the US put forward substantially different models of trade liberalization.