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International Trade Administration (USA) Tutorial

Resources for exporters, trade statistics, and support services from the U.S. government

1. What is the ITA?

The International Trade Administration (ITA) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce responsible for promoting U.S. exports and ensuring fair trade conditions internationally.

  • Practical guides for exporters and importers
  • Detailed trade statistics by product and country
  • Legal and tariff information for operating in the U.S.
  • Advisory services, trade shows, and opportunities for businesses
Note: It is an essential resource for companies interested in the U.S. market.

2. How to access it?

  1. Go to: trade.gov
  2. Explore the sections from the top menu:
  • Export Solutions: steps and tools to export from the U.S.
  • Market Intelligence: reports on countries and sectors
  • Trade Data & Analysis: trade statistics
  • Trade Events: trade shows, missions, and opportunities

3. Export Solutions

This section includes:

  • Practical guides for novice exporters
  • How to classify products, prepare documentation, and find buyers
  • Legal and logistical resources for exporting from the U.S.
Tip: Also useful for foreign companies that want to understand the U.S. trade system.

4. Market Intelligence

In this section you will find:

  • Sector reports by country
  • Alerts on regulatory changes or key opportunities
  • Success stories and analyses of global trends

Filter by country, industry, or year to customize your search.

5. Trade Data & Analysis

From “Trade Data & Analysis” you can access:

  • U.S. Trade Statistics (by product and country)
  • Year-over-year comparisons and trade balances
  • Tools to search for historical data (DataWeb)
Important: If you are an importer/exporter to or from the U.S., this is a key official source.

6. Practical example

Example: Finding opportunities in the agricultural sector in Colombia

  1. Go to “Market Intelligence”
  2. Filter by “Agriculture” and select “Colombia”
  3. Review the available reports
  4. Consult trends, public policies, consumption, and imports

Ideal for designing an entry strategy or bilateral commercial collaboration.

7. Recommendations

  • Use this tool along with Access2Markets if your company is European
  • Check the calendar of trade shows and events in the U.S. if you want to participate
  • Cite official ITA data in reports, proposals, and presentations

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