France
U.S. Trade with France in 2024
Total Export Value
$695.74 Million
3-Year Average
$623.34 Million
Compound Average Growth
0.24% (2015-2024)
Total Export Value 2015 - 2024
Export Value by Commodity 2024
Top 10 Exports to France in 2024
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planting Seeds | $127.84 Million | 11,223 | $80.09 Million | 30% |
| Distilled Spirits | $113.6 Million | --- | $92.47 Million | 29% |
| Tree Nuts | $113.47 Million | 19,746 | $121.65 Million | -18% |
| Hides & Skins | $46.83 Million | --- | $45.94 Million | -12% |
| Other Intermediate Products | $42.68 Million | 10,501 | $38.11 Million | 43% |
| Soybeans | $34.04 Million | 91,028 | $43.67 Million | -17% |
| Essential Oils | $31.2 Million | 977 | $34.26 Million | -21% |
| Wine & Related Products | $29.96 Million | --- | $45.53 Million | -31% |
| Food Preparations | $16.44 Million | 898 | $10.96 Million | 70% |
| Cotton | $13.96 Million | 1,181 | $4.46 Million | 21627% |
Data and Analysis
In 2024 (the latest year with data available), the agri-food market in France was impacted by 2.5 inflation. This trend continued in 2025. Price increases most severely impacted the lower income strata of society and cut into their ability to purchase. Many consumers are moving away from big brands to less expensive distributor brands.
In 2024, French imports of U.S. food and agricultural products reached approximately $1.05 billion, reflecting modest growth.
The French food processing industry mobilizes more than 19,000 companies, of which nearly 98 percent are small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The sector generates $177 billion in annual revenue, and it indirectly contributes to nearly 2 million jobs in France.
News and Features
SIAL Paris is a biennial international food trade show and is one of the largest food innovation exhibitions in the world. SIAL Paris serves as a platform where producers, distributors, restaurateurs, and importers-exporters can explore the latest trends, products, and innovations in the food sector; sample the latest products; engage in discussions; and make new connections.
The United States Department of Agriculture-endorsed SIAL Paris show and exhibition occurred Oct. 19-23, 2024. SIAL Paris is the largest food innovation exhibition and is one of the biggest food trade shows in the world.
With research and development funds provided by the FAS Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops Program, FAS and ARS are working to produce compostable PLU labels. They are collaborating with the International Fresh Produce Association and Sinclair Systems International to meet the EU standards. The goal is to develop adhesives that are both food-safe and compostable. When achieved, this will allow American companies to export fruits and vegetables as usual while helping to decrease food waste and methane emissions.