Expanding trade with partners on six continents.
Metro Denver is strategically located between Canada and Mexico to capitalize on North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) opportunities.
The Colorado International Trade Office (ITO) offers grants to cover travel costs and other business expenses for small Colorado companies seeking to expand in international markets. The ITO also offers consulting and expertise to grant recipients.
2010 Export Summary
- Total Exports - Colorado exports increased in 2010 to $6.67 billion, up from $5.87 billion in 2009.
- Trading Partners - Colorado’s five largest trading partners and export value in 2010 are Canada ($1.6 billion), Mexico ($590 million), China ($557 million), the Netherlands ($333 million), and Germany ($320 million).
- Exported Products - Colorado’s top five exports include electronic integrated circuits and microassemblies ($438 million), meat ($336 million), medical, surgical, or veterinary instruments ($326 million), civilian aircraft, engines, and parts ($238 million), and photo film ($202 million).