Costa Rica
U.S. Trade with Costa Rica in 2023
Export Market Rank
#23 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$1.01 Billion
3-Year Average
$1.01 Billion
Compound Average Growth
5.2% (2014-2023)
Total Export Value 2014 - 2023
Export Value by Commodity 2023
Top 10 Exports to Costa Rica in 2023
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | $145.54 Million | 467,775 | $147.87 Million | -4% |
| Soybeans | $145.51 Million | 256,298 | $120.69 Million | 126% |
| Soybean Meal | $83.17 Million | 160,753 | $37.07 Million | 282% |
| Poultry Meat & Prods. (excl. eggs) | $64.2 Million | 35,862 | $32.17 Million | 335% |
| Pork & Pork Products | $44.27 Million | 12,490 | $24.13 Million | 213% |
| Dairy Products | $42.84 Million | 8,295 | $26.25 Million | 170% |
| Dog & Cat Food | $39.35 Million | 17,906 | $27.8 Million | 144% |
| Processed Vegetables | $36.75 Million | 26,371 | $31.15 Million | 39% |
| Food Preparations | $33.16 Million | 7,141 | $23.9 Million | 81% |
| Baked Goods | $30.48 Million | 9,240 | $25.49 Million | 52% |
Data and Analysis
This report provides information and guidance on the export certification requirements for U.S. products entering Costa Rica. This report supplements the 2024 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report prepared by the San...
This report outlines the regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural products entering Costa Rica. The only significant regulatory change since the 2023 report was the adoption of a Central American Technical Regulation...
The dynamic Costa Rican retail sector reflects the country's growing economy and increasing demand for new products. Consumers are influenced by tourism, culinary trends, and social media, with higher-end consumers paying premiums for healthy products and environmentally sustainable packaging.
News and Features
USDA's Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor arrived in Panama City today to launch an agribusiness trade mission. Taylor and a delegation of representatives from agribusiness and farm organizations and state departments of agriculture look to develop stronger ties and build economic partnerships between the United States and Panama and markets throughout CAFTA-DR region.
USDA's Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor will lead a delegation of 26 agribusinesses and farm organizations to Panama City, Panama, from March 19 to 23.
Private exporters reported the following activity: 144,907 MT of corn for delivery to Costa Rica during MY 2022/2023 and 105,664 MT of corn for delivery to unknown destinations during MY 2021/2022.