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U.S. Imports
$1K
U.S. Exports: $0
-$1K (net importer)
The United States imported $1K/month and exported $0/month with Sao Tome and Principe as of February 2026, covering 2 product categories.
Sao Tome and Principe is a small island nation in the Gulf of Guinea and one of Africa's smallest economies. Cocoa has historically been the dominant export commodity, though production has declined significantly from colonial-era peaks. The country imports the vast majority of its food, fuel, and consumer goods, resulting in a chronic trade deficit.
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Cocoa is the primary export commodity, though volumes are modest. The country also exports small quantities of palm oil and copra. Potential offshore oil reserves have been explored but have not yet resulted in significant production.
Portugal and other EU member states are the primary trading partners for both imports and exports, reflecting historical and linguistic ties. The Netherlands is a notable destination for cocoa exports.
As a Least Developed Country (LDC), Sao Tome and Principe benefits from the EU's Everything But Arms (EBA) initiative and preferential access under the AfCFTA. It is also a member of ECCAS and CEMAC.
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Services Exports
$3.0M
Services Imports
$0