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U.S. Imports
$1.1M
U.S. Exports
$1.4M
Surplus of $241K (net exporter)
The United States imported $1.1M/month and exported $1.4M/month with Sudan as of June 2026, covering 2 product categories.
In June 2026, the U.S. ran a monthly goods trade surplus of $241K with Sudan, exporting 1.2× as much as it imported. U.S. goods imports from Sudan of $1.1M in June 2026 ran 90% above the year-to-date monthly average of $591K.
Sudan has been subject to extensive US sanctions for extended periods, which has historically made direct trade between the two countries extremely limited. Gum arabic — a key ingredient in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturing — has been a notable exception, with specific licenses permitting its importation even during periods of broader sanctions. Trade professionals should verify current OFAC sanctions status and obtain any required licenses before engaging in transactions involving Sudanese-origin goods.
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Gum arabic is a critical industrial ingredient used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and printing inks, and Sudan produces a dominant share of the world's supply. US regulators have historically issued specific licenses or exemptions to allow its importation even when broader sanctions were in place, recognizing the lack of viable alternative sources. Importers should confirm current licensing requirements with OFAC before proceeding.
Given Sudan's complex sanctions history, importers must review current OFAC designations and country-specific regulations, screen all counterparties against the Specially Designated Nationals list, and obtain any required specific licenses. Engaging a licensed customs broker and trade sanctions counsel is strongly advisable.
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Annual data from BEA | 2024
Services Exports
$96.0M
Services Imports
$63.0M
| Rank | Product | Import value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GUM ARABIC | $1.1M |
| 2 | ESTIMATED IMPORTS OF LOW VALUED TRANSACTIONS | $680 |
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