United States: Trade and Commodities Overview



The United States is the largest LNG exporter and a leading supplier of crude, refined products, soybeans and corn.

CapitalWashington, D.C.
CurrencyUS dollar (USD)
LanguagesEnglish
RegionAmericas

Why United States matters for trade

  • CME, NYMEX and CBOT set many world benchmarks
  • Gulf Coast refining and LNG export terminals
  • Major exporter of grains, cotton and scrap

What United States sells and buys

Main exportsMain imports
Crude oil, LNG, Refined products, LPG, Soybeans, Corn, Wheat, Cotton, Steel scrapCrude oil, Metals, Potash, Coffee, Sugar

Main ports and routes

Houston, New Orleans, Corpus Christi, Los Angeles/Long Beach, Savannah, Pacific Northwest.

Check before you tradeTariffs and trade rules have changed frequently since 2025. Check current duties for each product and origin.

Coming in the full guide

We are expanding this overview into a full country guide with trade values and product groups, opportunities, company setup, government procedures, ministries and official websites, how to find partners, business culture and recent trade updates.

TradeScout24 Insights · Country overview; figures will be added from DEİK, business council and national sources · Last reviewed 31 Oct 2026

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