U.S. Virgin Islands International Trade

Goods produced or manufactured in the U.S. Virgin Islands may enter the U.S. mainland free of duty under specific conditions, but goods of foreign origin transshipped through the USVI are generally subject to standard U.S. import duties.

The U.S. Virgin Islands primarily exports refined petroleum products and petroleum derivatives, reflecting the territory's historical role as a major refining hub in the Caribbean.

Yes, the U.S. Virgin Islands has designated Foreign Trade Zone areas that allow businesses to defer, reduce, or eliminate customs duties on imported goods used in manufacturing or re-export operations.

PETROLEUM & COAL PRODUCTS is U.S. Virgin Islands's largest export industry with $152.8M in trade value, representing 98.5% of the state's total exports.

The top three export industries in U.S. Virgin Islands are PETROLEUM & COAL PRODUCTS, SHIPS & BOATS, and USED OR SECOND-HAND MERCHANDISE, based on monthly U.S. Census Bureau trade data.

U.S. Virgin Islands has 12 active export industries tracked by NAICS code, with a combined value of $155.1M.