US top trading partners 2022
1. Canada – $856.4 Billion
Canada remained the largest trading partner of the U.S. in 2022. Trade with Canada is deeply integrated thanks to the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement), which replaced NAFTA in 2020.
- Exports to Canada: Machinery, vehicles, electrical machinery, mineral fuels, plastics.
- Imports from Canada: Crude oil, vehicles, machinery, plastics, and timber.
- The relationship is bolstered by geographical proximity, shared infrastructure, and energy pipelines.
2. Mexico – $779.3 Billion
Mexico was the second-largest trading partner of the U.S., continuing to benefit from USMCA as well.
- Exports to Mexico: Machinery, electrical machinery, vehicles, mineral fuels, plastics.
- Imports from Mexico: Vehicles, electrical machinery, machinery, agricultural products.
- The automotive sector is a major component of trade between the two countries, with car parts often crossing the border multiple times before final assembly.
3. China – $690.6 Billion
Despite tensions over tariffs, human rights, and technology, China remained a critical partner.
- Exports to China: Semiconductors, agricultural products (soybeans), aircraft, machinery.
- Imports from China: Electronics, machinery, furniture, textiles, toys.
- While China ranks third overall, it was the largest source of U.S. imports in 2022.
4. Japan – $243.4 Billion
Japan is one of the U.S.’s closest allies in Asia and a key partner in both trade and security.
- Exports to Japan: Aircraft, machinery, medical instruments, agricultural products.
- Imports from Japan: Vehicles, machinery, optical and medical instruments, electronics.
- The U.S.-Japan trade relationship is characterized by high-quality manufacturing and technology goods.
5. Germany – $218.9 Billion
Germany is the largest European economy and a key trading partner, especially in high-value manufactured goods.
- Exports to Germany: Aircraft, machinery, medical instruments, pharmaceuticals.
- Imports from Germany: Vehicles (BMW, Mercedes), machinery, pharmaceuticals, chemicals.
- The U.S. maintains a trade deficit with Germany primarily due to its strong automotive and machinery exports.
6. South Korea – $186.7 Billion
South Korea continues to grow as a critical U.S. partner in tech, defense, and semiconductors.
- Exports to South Korea: Semiconductors, aircraft, vehicles, machinery, beef.
- Imports from South Korea: Semiconductors, vehicles, machinery, steel, consumer electronics.
- The U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) supports this strong bilateral relationship.
7. United Kingdom – $134.3 Billion
Post-Brexit, the U.S.-UK relationship remains strong, though trade volumes are lower than with other partners.
- Exports to the UK: Aircraft, machinery, precious metals (gold), pharmaceuticals.
- Imports from the UK: Vehicles, machinery, chemicals, art/antiques.
- Services trade, including financial services and insurance, is also a major part of this relationship.
8. Vietnam – $138.9 Billion
Vietnam has emerged as a rising trade partner, especially as companies diversify manufacturing away from China.
- Exports to Vietnam: Machinery, cotton, aircraft, agricultural products.
- Imports from Vietnam: Electronics, clothing, furniture, footwear, machinery.
- U.S. companies continue to invest heavily in Vietnamese supply chains.
9. India – $131.2 Billion
India’s growing economy and large consumer base make it a strategic partner.
- Exports to India: Oil, aircraft, machinery, diamonds, agriculture.
- Imports from India: Pharmaceuticals, jewelry, textiles, machinery, chemicals.
- The digital economy and tech services also play a major role.
10. Taiwan – $103.1 Billion
Taiwan plays a crucial role in the global supply chain for semiconductors.
- Exports to Taiwan: Machinery, aircraft, agricultural products.
- Imports from Taiwan: Semiconductors, electronics, machinery, plastics.
- The U.S. heavily relies on Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturing giants like TSMC.
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Summary Table: Top 10 U.S. Trading Partners by Total Trade Volume in 2022
| Rank | Country | Total Trade (USD) |
| 1 | Canada | $856.4 Billion |
| 2 | Mexico | $779.3 Billion |
| 3 | China | $690.6 Billion |
| 4 | Japan | $243.4 Billion |
| 5 | Germany | $218.9 Billion |
| 6 | South Korea | $186.7 Billion |
| 7 | Vietnam | $138.9 Billion |
| 8 | United Kingdom | $134.3 Billion |
| 9 | India | $131.2 Billion |
| 10 | Taiwan | $103.1 Billion |
