South Carolina

Ranks 8th (2011) among US states exporting merchandise to the UAE. 2011 exports were valued at $309 million.
The UAE ranks 15th (2011) among South Carolina's global export markets.
South Carolina's top exports to the UAE in 2009-2011 include:

Automotive – $515 million or 3.2% of the state's global automotive exports

Turbojets – $157 million or 3.7% of the state's global turbojets exports

Paper – $21 million or 2.2% of the state's global paper exports

Tires – $20.5 million or 0.5% of the state's global tires exports

Charleston is the 8th largest U.S. port for trade with the UAE (2009-2011).
Exports to the UAE supported employment of 3,836 individuals in the state during 2011.
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South Carolina State Report 2011.pdf