Panama Export Import trade data

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Key Indicators
- Export Shipments
- 4,505,690
- Buyers
- 7,595
- Export Trading Partners
- 166
- Import Shipments
- 9,649,013
- Suppliers
- 8,249
- Import Trading Partners
- 236
Overview

Panama: Bridging Continents through the Panama Canal
Nestled in Central America, Panama serves as a crucial link connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the iconic Panama Canal. In 2025, it ranked 45 globally in GDP, showcasing a robust economy driven by its unique geographical position.
Positives:
1. Panama Canal: The world-renowned Panama Canal serves as a vital maritime shortcut, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and facilitating efficient global trade routes.
2. International Business Hub: Panama's strategic location attracts international businesses, fostering a thriving services sector, including finance and logistics.
3. Free Trade Agreements: Participation in various free trade agreements enhances Panama's access to global markets, promoting trade diversification.
Negatives:
1. Vulnerability to Natural Disasters: Panama's susceptibility to natural disasters, including hurricanes, may disrupt trade operations.
2. Income Inequality: Disparities in wealth distribution pose social challenges, impacting long-term stability.
3. Infrastructure Development: Despite progress, ongoing infrastructure needs, especially in rural areas, may affect overall trade efficiency.
Panama import export data, including buyer and supplier names, is available on the Volza Platform.
Exports:
In September 2024, Panama ranked 58th in global exports. Exports totaled 3 billion, which is a 9% increase from September 2023.
On a TTM basis from September 2023 to September 2024, Panama's rank was 58, with exports of 3 billion, indicating a 9% growth from the previous year.
In 2024, exports reached 3 billion, showing a -19% YOY growth from 2023. China, Japan, Rep. of Korea, Spain, India, Germany, USA, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Free Zones were the main export destinations. Products exported were Mineral Ores and Ash, Pharmaceutical products, Aquatic Invertebrates and Products.
Buyers included PANAMA FASTENERS INC, Maderas Arauco S.A., and GOODYEAR DE CHILE S A I C.
Imports:
In September 2024, Panama ranked 53th in global imports, with imports valued at 11 billion, representing a -4% growth from 2023.
From September 2023 to September 2024, the country's imports amounted to 11 billion, showing a -4% growth from the preceding year.
In 2024, imports totaled 11 billion, marking a -27% YOY growth from 2023. Sources of these imports were Free Zones, USA, China, Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, Spain, Brazil, Rep. of Korea, Japan. Imported products were Mineral fuels and oils, Machinery and equipment, Vehicles and Parts. Suppliers were Motores Japoneses S.A., AMERICAN SPORTWEAR S A, and AMERICAN FASHION.
Import Factsheet
- Data Source
- Statistical
- Data Coverage
- 40%
- Last Shipment
- 30, Jun, 2024
- Update Frequency
- Monthly
- Import Shipment
- 9,649,013 -99.96%
- Trading Partners
- 236 -23.59%
- Source : Volza
- Import Data
Export Factsheet
- Data Source
- Statistical
- Data Coverage
- 40%
- Last Shipment
- 30, Jun, 2024
- Update Frequency
- Monthly
- Export Shipment
- 4,505,690 0%
- Trading Partners
- 166 -99.64%
- Source : Volza
- Export Data
14,154,703 Bill of Ladings, 7,595 Buyers, 8,249 Suppliers

Trading Partners
Top Trading Partners of Panama
Import Trade Data
9,649,013
Product | Importers | Suppliers | Arrival Date |
---|---|---|---|
H-C OF ALUMINIUM - Vase |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
H-C OF ALUMINIUM - Vase 18.00x8.00x42. |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
HANGER |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
RMG-90% COTTON 10% LINEN WOVEN MENS SHIR |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
70% POLYESTER 30% VISCOSE SUITING FABRIC |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
H-C OF S.STEEL - Atlantic Ice Bucket |
India
|
India
|
30-Nov-2024 |
Export Trade Data
4,505,690
Product | Exporters | Buyers | Arrival Date |
---|---|---|---|
7200 BOXES FOR 2.5 KG IN 900 MASTER BOXES FRE , SH MANGOES ORGANIC VARIETY KENT P.A. 08.04.50 , .20.00 NET WEIGHT: 18 , 000.00 KG THERMOGRAPHS: , VC6LG16E - NF3YN01040 TEMPERATURA: 9 C FREIG , HT COLLECT |
USA
|
USA
|
04-Dec-2024 |
5544 BOXES FRESH MANGOES ORGANIC VARIEDAD KEN , T P.A. 08.04.50.20.00 NET WEIGHT: 22 , 176.00 K , G THERMOGRAPHS: VC6LG070 - NF3YN01090 TEMPERA , TURA: 9 C FREIGHT COLLECT |
USA
|
USA
|
04-Dec-2024 |
375METRICTONSOFORGANICEXT , RALIGHTSUGAR , MAXIMUMICUMSA , 550 , PACKINBIGBAGSOF10 , 00KGNETWEIGHTFROMTHECURR , ENTCROPWITHAMINIMUMPOLARI , ZATIONOF99.5DEGREESATTIME , OFSHIPMENT.CU832682MA |
USA
|
USA
|
04-Dec-2024 |
1.800CAJASDE12LATASDE820GR , 1 , 800BOXESOFCANNEDPEACHESIN , HEAVYSYRUP (12CANS-820GRAMS) BRA , CABALLOSFDA18009343616REF. , C34-2024PO16906 |
USA
|
USA
|
04-Dec-2024 |
SARDINES IN TOMATO , SLWC. (865 CS) SARDINES , IN TOMATO SAUCE , , PRESENTATION OF 24 UNITS , PER CASE , OVAL CAN WITH , 15 OZ OF NET WEIGHT. , BRAND "KAM LONG". |
USA
|
USA
|
04-Dec-2024 |
PARTS |
USA
|
USA
|
04-Dec-2024 |