Business Connect
Welcome to Business Connect. Here we can connect you with information, resources and partners that will help you understand opportunities resulting from the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement and how to take advantage of them. We will also provide a forum for you to interact with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and businesses in both the United States and Korea.
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By joining Business Connect, we will provide you with exclusive access to trade information and data, simple and easy how-to resources, partnering and visibility opportunities, and chances to interact with the full Business Connect network.
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INDUSTRY BY THE NUMBERS
Industries from agriculture to technology to manufacturing can capitalize on the elimination of tariffs under the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. Click to see benefits that specific industries will receive from implementation of the agreement.
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SUCCESS STORIES
National Pump Company develops customized pumping systems for the municipal, power generation, oil and gas, hydrocarbon processing, agriculture and general industrial markets.
Mountain Sunrise Feed Co. is a family-owned company that grows and processes feed for cattle, horses, sheep, goats and rabbits.
Starwest Tech International develops Emergency Medical Services (EMS) technology that allows first responders to quickly collect and analyze data to help them make informed decisions and save lives.
Western Harmonics is a small startup company that manufactures self contained solar-powered cooling equipment.
TESTIMONIALS
As our customers have increasingly gone global, we have done the same and strengthened our focus on international trade, especially in the Asian markets. The U.S. Korea Free Trade Agreement not only provides immediate benefits to our customers in Korea, but also makes us more competitive when pursuing potential customers. 
– Jack Waksman
Senior Vice President, Business Development, Hope Global
At Pelican Products, we have always considered Korea a growth market and have increased our business there consistently for several years. Now, with the implementation of the FTA, we can be more competitive and grow even more quickly. I am truly excited for the possibilities for us in Korea.
– Scott Ermeti
Vice President of International Business, Pelican Products, Inc.
Local Resources
Select your state below for information on local resources that can help you take advantage of opportunities from the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement. These resources include groups in both the public and private sector.
National Benefits
Main Exports
Computers & Electronics, Chemicals, Machinery
Main Imports
Communications Equipment, Motor Vehicles, Semiconductors
Interesting Fact
In 2011, trade volume between the United States and Korea topped $100 billion for the first time.
