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Tomatoes: Arizona’s top import from Mexico
Fresh and chilled tomatoes were Arizona’s top import from Mexico last year, worth $895.3 million. A significant portion of tomatoes from Mexico arrive in the U.S. through the Arizona border city of Nogales: the Nogales Port facilitated the import of $662.6 million in tomatoes in 2022.
Wiring for cars, ships and planes: A manufacturing staple
Arizona’s relationship with Mexico makes it possible for auto manufacturers to send parts back and forth across the border during the assembly process. Insulated wiring sets for machinery inside vehicles, ships and aircraft were the second-largest import to Arizona from Mexico in 2023. Those imports, crucial for manufacturing cars and other modes of transportation, were worth $605.3 million last year.
Peppers: Brought across the border by the millions
Peppers are another grocery item that could be affected by Trump’s tariffs next year. Arizona imported $543.8 million in peppers from Mexico in 2023, making them Arizona’s second-largest produce import after tomatoes.
Grapes: Often enter the country through Nogales
Also in the produce aisle, grapes are a major import from Mexico to Arizona. According to the University of Arizona, the state imported $424.7 million in fresh grapes in 2023. Like tomatoes, grapes often pass through the Nogales port of entry into the U.S.
Wood products: Canada’s top import to Arizona
Canada is Arizona’s third-largest trading partner, and the top import from that country last year was wood products, the University of Arizona found. The state imported $120.7 million in products including wood chips in 2023.
Baked goods from Canada: Often distributed in this state
Bread, pastry, cakes and puddings are another major Canadian import in Arizona. The state brought in $61 million worth of Canadian baked goods in 2023.
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