U.S. Imports
$14.4B
August 2026
U.S. Exports
$10.3B
August 2026
Trade deficit
$4.1B
August 2026 · U.S. imports more than it exports
New York is one of the largest trading states in the US, with the Port of New York and New Jersey serving as its primary ocean gateway alongside significant air cargo volumes through JFK International Airport. The state exports diamonds and precious stones, pharmaceuticals, industrial machinery, and financial services-related goods, while importing a broad range of consumer products, electronics, and commodities. New York City's role as a global financial and commercial center amplifies its trade significance beyond physical goods.
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Imports
$14.4BAug 2026
Exports
$10.3BAug 2026
New York's leading goods exports include diamonds and precious stones, pharmaceutical products, industrial machinery, civilian aircraft parts, and electronic equipment, with Canada, Switzerland, China, and the UK as major partners.
JFK International Airport is one of the busiest air cargo airports in the US, handling high-value shipments including diamonds, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and electronics, making air freight a critical component of New York's trade infrastructure.
New York's imports are driven by the diamond and jewelry trade centered in Manhattan, consumer electronics and apparel for the retail sector, petroleum products, and industrial inputs for manufacturing and construction.
| Rank | Product | Import value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.3B | |
| 2 | US-Origin Articles Exported & Returned Without AdvancementChapter 98 · Special Classification Provisions | $598.6M |
| 3 | $450.8M | |
| 4 | $265.6M | |
| 5 | $264.9M |
| Rank | Product | Export value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.4B | |
| 2 | $426.8M | |
| 3 | $399.8M | |
| 4 | $342.8M | |
| 5 | Low-Value Export Shipments & Canadian Estimated Late ReceiptsChapter 98 · Special Classification Provisions | $314.0M |