The United States, with its vast economy and consumer market, imports a wide array of goods from various countries around the globe. The international trade dynamics of the USA reflect its demand for diverse products ranging from technology and machinery to textiles and agricultural goods. Here, we explore some of the major countries the US imports from, detailing the key products and recent statistics that highlight this trade.
China
China remains the largest supplier of goods to the USA, with imports spanning numerous categories. China is a leading exporter of electronics and machinery to the USA. In 2023, the USA imported over $126.88 billion worth of electrical machinery and equipment from China, including computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices. In 2023, China was the United States’ leading trade partner for furniture imports, with a trade value exceeding $20 billion. Total exports from China to the USA were valued at around $427 billion in 2023.
Mexico
Mexico is another major trading partner of the United States, benefiting from geographical proximity and the USMCA trade agreement. In the first two months of 2024, Mexico accounted for 42.5% of all auto parts imports to the United States. In 2022-2023, Mexico exported $9.7 billion worth of appliances and machinery, including refrigerators, washing machines, microwaves, small kitchen appliances, lighting, pumps, and heating systems. In 2022, the U.S. imported an estimated $18.7 billion worth of produce from Mexico, including fresh, frozen, and processed fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
Canada
Canada, the northern neighbor of the USA, is a crucial supplier of energy products and raw materials. In 2023, Canada was the leading crude oil supplier to the United States, accounting for 60% of U.S. crude oil imports. In 2022, Canada exported $11.4 billion worth of motor vehicles and parts to the United States. Total imports from Canada to the USA were valued at $436.60 billion in 2022, up 22.2 percent from 2021.
Japan
Japan is a leading supplier of high-tech products and automotive goods to the USA. The USA imported $41.07 billion worth of cars from Japan in 2023. Japan exported $1.74 billion worth of medical instruments and equipment to the USA. According to Statista, in 2023, the United States imported approximately $147.34 billion worth of trade goods from Japan.
Germany
Germany is known for its high-quality engineering and industrial products. In 2022-2023, the US imported $41.1 billion worth of auto parts from Germany, making it the second largest supplier after the US’s total imports of $88 billion. In 2022, the United States was Germany’s top destination for pharmaceutical exports, with an export value of nearly $28 billion. In 2023, the United States imported between $160 and $162.96 billion worth of goods from Germany, according to Statista and the United Nations COMTRADE database.
South Korea
Over the past 7 years, South Korean exports to the United States have grown at an annual rate of 23.2%. According to OEC 2022, the main products exported were cars ($22.5B), office machine parts ($7.16B), and motor vehicle parts and accessories ($6.84B). In 2023, the United States imported approximately $116.23 billion worth of trade goods from South Korea. According to OEC World, South Korea exported $4.41 million worth of footwear to the United States in May 2024.
India
India is a major supplier of pharmaceuticals, textiles, and IT services to the USA. The USA imported $7.54 billion worth of pharmaceutical products from India in 2023. Imports of textiles and apparel from India were valued at $10.7 billion in 2022. In 2022-23, the US accounted for $106 billion, or 54.92%, of India’s software exports. In 2022, total U.S. goods imports from India amounted to $85.5 billion, marking a 16.7 percent increase ($12.2 billion) from 2021 and a 111 percent increase from 2012.
Vietnam
In 2022, Vietnam’s primary exports to the United States included broadcasting equipment ($23.1B), other furniture ($7.13B), and office machine parts ($5.55B). Over the past 7 years, Vietnam’s exports to the United States have grown at an annualized rate of 193%. Total imports from Vietnam to the USA amounted to $118.94 billion in 2023.
United Kingdom
As per reports, UK goods exports to the US were valued at $71.17 billion in 2023. The major exports included nuclear reactors and machinery at $15.13 billion, vehicles at $8.62 billion, and pharmaceutical products at $8.02 billion. Other significant exports from the UK to the US included aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof valued at $2.53 billion, mineral fuels and mineral oils at $2.29 billion, and beverages, spirits, and vinegar at $1.90 billion.
France
In 2023, France exported $8.30 billion worth of machinery, nuclear reactors, and boilers to the United States. Other major exports included beverages, spirits, and vinegar valued at $4.11 billion, pharmaceutical products at $4.04 billion, aircraft and spacecraft at $3.97 billion, and essential oils, perfumes, cosmetics, and toiletries at $2.60 billion. Total imports from France to the USA amounted to $45.54 billion in 2023.
Italy
In 2023, Italy exported $14.29 billion worth of machinery, nuclear reactors, and boilers to the United States. Other significant exports included pharmaceutical products valued at $8.43 billion, vehicles other than railway and tramways at $6.74 billion, and ships, boats, and other floating structures at $4.53 billion. Total imports from Italy to the USA were valued at $72.74 billion in 2023.
Taiwan
Taiwan is a major supplier of electronic components, machinery, and textiles to the USA. In 2023, the USA imported $52.4 billion worth of machinery and electronic components from Taiwan. According to OEC, in 2022, the main products that Taiwan exported to the United States were computers valued at USD 10 billion, office machine parts worth USD 9.32 billion, and broadcasting equipment at USD 5.52 billion.
