Swaziland

U.S.-Swaziland Trade Facts

Swaziland is currently the United States' 154th largest goods trading partner with $146 million in total (two way) goods trade during 2008.

Swaziland is eligible for trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).  In 2008 U.S. imports from Swaziland under AGOA and the Generalized System of Preferences were valued at over $125 million and include apparel, preparations of fruits/vegetables/nuts, and sugar/confectionery.  Apparel has traditionally made up the largest share of this country's AGOA trade.

Exports

U.S. goods exports to Swaziland in 2008 totaled $12 million.  Exported items included essential oils, machinery, art and antiques, aircraft, and optical/medical instruments.

Imports

U.S. goods imports from Swaziland in 2008 totaled $134 million.  Imported items included apparel, machinery, preparations of fruits, vegetables, and nuts, pulp, and plastics.

Investment

The amount of U.S. foreign direct investment (FDI) in Swaziland (stock) was unknown in 2007 (latest data available).