Trade partner
U.S. Imports
$44.6M
August 2026
U.S. Exports
$3.6M
August 2026
Trade deficit
$41.0M
August 2026 · U.S. imports more than it exports
In August 2026 the United States imported $44.6M from Burma (Myanmar) and exported $3.6M to it, across 411 imported product categories.
Over the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $623.7M from Burma (Myanmar) and exported $99.1M to it. In August 2026, the U.S. ran a monthly goods trade deficit of $41.0M with Burma (Myanmar), importing 12.4× as much as it exported. Compared with August 2025, U.S. goods imports from Burma (Myanmar) in August 2026 (preliminary) were 46% lower.
Burma (Myanmar) is a Southeast Asian nation with significant natural resources, exporting natural gas, jade and gems, timber, rice, and garments. The country's trade environment has been significantly affected by international sanctions following the 2021 military coup, impacting access to Western markets and financial channels. Trade professionals must conduct thorough sanctions screening and compliance checks before engaging in trade with Burma.
AI-written summary of the official U.S. Census Bureau trade figures on this page — verify before relying on it.
Following the 2021 military coup, the US, EU, UK, and other jurisdictions imposed targeted sanctions on Burmese entities, individuals, and sectors including jade, rubies, and military-linked businesses; traders must screen all parties against current sanctions lists.
Burma's main exports include natural gas, jade and precious stones, timber and wood products, rice, pulses, and ready-made garments, with China and Thailand being major trading partners.
Yes, the EU suspended Burma's EBA (Everything But Arms) preferences in 2020 due to human rights concerns, and several Western markets have imposed additional trade restrictions following the 2021 coup.
Members only
Import and export trend charts are available to members. Creating an account is free.
The top U.S. imports from Burma (Myanmar) are Television, Digital & Video Cameras, Plastic Sheeting & Textile Outer Surface Bags and Knitted, Crocheted, Felt, and Lace Headgear; Hairnets, by value in the latest month.
| Rank | Product | Import value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.2M | |
| 2 | $4.4M | |
| 3 | $2.9M | |
| 4 | $2.8M | |
| 5 | $2.4M | |
| 6 | $2.0M | |
| 7 | $1.5M | |
| 8 | $1.3M | |
| 9 | $1.2M | |
| 10 | $1.1M |
| $157K |
| 4 | $109K |
| 5 | $73K |
| 6 | Low-Value Export Shipments & Canadian Estimated Late ReceiptsChapter 98 · Special Classification Provisions | $71K |
| 7 | $63K |
| 8 | Civilian Aircraft, Engines, Equipment, and PartsChapter 88 · Aircraft, Spacecraft & Parts | $58K |
| 9 | Articles Donated for Relief or Charity (Exports, NESOI) | $38K |
| 10 | $33K |
Annual data from BEA | 2025
Services Exports
$203.0M
Services Imports
$52.0M