State leads the nation as top exporter of tires, completed passenger motor vehicles and ball and roller bearings
Gov. Henry McMaster, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the SC Ports Authority today announced that the state's 2020 export sales totaled $30.3 billion, according to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce. The state remains the top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles - and now leads the U.S. in the export sales of ball and roller bearings.
"Although the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted trade around the world, South Carolina continues to live up to our reputation for producing top-quality products and for our ability to transport those products globally," said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. "International trade is part of our identity and critical to supporting economic prosperity. Moving forward, we will continue to prioritize the growth of our trade footprint and encourage companies of all sizes to expand their reach into new markets overseas."
To access a full report detailing last year's trade results, click here.