El Salvador
U.S. Trade with El Salvador in 2024
Export Market Rank
#31 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$820.51 Million
3-Year Average
$863.37 Million
Compound Average Growth
5% (2015-2024)
Total Export Value 2015 - 2024
Export Value by Commodity 2024
Top 10 Exports to El Salvador in 2024
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | $144.36 Million | 631,494 | $126.72 Million | 50% |
| Soybean Meal | $98.06 Million | 229,250 | $87.74 Million | 33% |
| Cotton | $84.66 Million | 40,378 | $54.44 Million | 159% |
| Pork & Pork Products | $57.49 Million | 18,147 | $27.23 Million | 595% |
| Food Preparations | $56.58 Million | 6,763 | $37.99 Million | 88% |
| Dairy Products | $50.01 Million | 13,847 | $27.06 Million | 274% |
| Wheat | $44.52 Million | 176,008 | $67.42 Million | -22% |
| Poultry Meat & Prods. (excl. eggs) | $32.63 Million | 12,162 | $20.15 Million | 153% |
| Processed Vegetables | $32.07 Million | 17,773 | $18.55 Million | 180% |
| Condiments & Sauces | $27.18 Million | 12,007 | $14.32 Million | 229% |
Data and Analysis
The new government administration that took office in June 2024 has shown interest in agricultural biotechnology and its potential to strengthen agricultural competitiveness in El Salvador.
This report provides examples of the significant export certificates and other documents required by the government of El Salvador for U.S. exports of food and agricultural products.
Since August 7, 2024, the Superintendence for Sanitary Regulation has been responsible for food and beverage product registration in El Salvador.
News and Features
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will spearhead a trade mission to Guatemala City, Guatemala, from March 3-7, to strengthen trade ties and expand U.S. agricultural exports across Central America. The mission includes more than two dozen agribusinesses, trade organizations, and representatives from two state departments of agriculture.