Zepol Corporation, www.zepol.comthe leading trade intelligence company, announced the release of a report analyzing recent import trends for 29 major U.S. industry groups. This report provides detailed information on 3-digit NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) codes and compares import trends to previous years as well as sheds light upon potential future developments.
  • For all 3-digit NAICS codes, the average increase in U.S. import value from this year over last year is 23%.
  • China supplies the most imports to the U.S. with $264 billion exported from January to September 2010, a 24% increase over 2009.
  • Reflecting the increased technological dependence, the only industry group posting negative growth over last year was NAICS 511 - Newspapers, Books & Other Published Matter.

'Importers in every industry involved in international trade will find this report an essential read,' stated Paul Rasmussen, CEO & President of Zepol Corporation. 'The report highlights recent market trends and analyzes specific industry import activities derived from Zepol's powerful trade intelligence tool, TradeView'."

For each 3-digit NAICS code, the review lists the top exporting countries to the United States, the top U.S. ports, detailed duty information, value trends for the previous two years, and transportation methods used.

Zepol's tools are available for online access through a variety of subscription options at the leading trade intelligence company. Annual access to Zepol's trade data tool subscriptions range from $895 to $9,995; these subscriptions meet the needs of all importers, suppliers, transportation companies, and government agencies.