Imports
$28.7B
Exports
$8.4B
Products imported
4,071
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Chicago is one of the largest and most strategically important ports of entry in the United States, serving as the primary customs district for the Great Lakes and Midwest region. The port encompasses multiple modes of transportation including air, rail, truck, and lake vessel, making it a critical node for both imports and exports. Chicago's position as a major rail hub and home to O'Hare International Airport gives it unmatched intermodal connectivity for international trade.
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Imports
$28.7BAug 2026
Exports
$8.4BAug 2026
The Chicago port of entry covers air cargo and passenger arrivals at O'Hare and Midway airports, rail freight, truck shipments, and lake vessel arrivals on Lake Michigan.
Chicago processes a wide range of commodities including machinery, electronics, pharmaceuticals, food products, and automotive parts, reflecting its role as a major Midwest distribution center.
Importers or their licensed customs brokers file entries electronically through CBP's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) system, with specific procedures varying by mode of transport.
| Rank | Product | Import value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.4B | |
| 2 | $3.8B | |
| 3 | $2.7B | |
| 4 | $2.3B | |
| 5 | $1.9B |
| Rank | Product | Export value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civilian Aircraft, Engines, Equipment, and PartsChapter 88 · Aircraft, Spacecraft & Parts | $1.2B |
| 2 | $848.4M | |
| 3 | $494.7M | |
| 4 | $431.2M | |
| 5 | $364.2M |