U.S. state

U.S. Virgin Islands International Trade

Name: U.S. Virgin Islands U.S. Trade Data
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/about/policies/open-gov/open-data.html

VILast updated: July 2026 data

U.S. Exports

$284.7M

U.S. Imports: $3.8M

Surplus of $280.9M (net exporter)

Top Import Industries

Exports Imports

Note: For imports, “state” refers to the state of port of entry or final destination, not where goods are consumed.

Top import industries for U.S. Virgin Islands
#	Industry	Share	Import Value
1	MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS NAICS 3363	28.4%	$1.1M
2	APPAREL NAICS 3152	15.1%	$577K
3	INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY NAICS 3332	13.8%	$527K

MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

APPAREL

INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY

Frequently Asked Questions

Are goods shipped from the U.S. Virgin Islands to the U.S. mainland subject to customs duties?

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.

What are the primary export commodities from the U.S. Virgin Islands?

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.

Does the U.S. Virgin Islands have a Foreign Trade Zone?

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.

What is U.S. Virgin Islands's largest import industry?

MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS is U.S. Virgin Islands's largest import industry with $1.1M in trade value, representing 28.4% of the state's total imports.

What are the top import industries in U.S. Virgin Islands?

The top three import industries in U.S. Virgin Islands are MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS, APPAREL, and INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY, based on monthly U.S. Census Bureau trade data.

How many industries does U.S. Virgin Islands import?

U.S. Virgin Islands has 20 active import industries tracked by NAICS code, with a combined value of $3.8M.