U.S. Exporter Assistance
Opportunities Emerging for U.S. Consumer Products in Venezuela
Venezuela’s demand for consumer-oriented products from the United States has been growing rapidly over the last years. Total exports of this category to Venezuela in 2008 were US$150 million compared to US$35 million in 2003. In terms of volume, standards, prestige, and quality, U.S. suppliers are seen by local importers, distributors, and food processors as a reliable source despite Venezuela’s complicated import system.