Trade Research
Trade Research
Knowledge is power, and our trade specialists use specialized databases to research and respond to your information requests.

These databases include:
  • Kompass Worldwide
  • WISER Statistics Service
  • International Trade Data Network

We can query the databases by commodity or by geographic region, and deliver a market report, a statistical analysis, a trade lead or any special information that you request.

Each trade specialist is trained to keep up to date in the latest regulations and research techniques, and monitors business trends around the world.

"As a Maine based world class manufacturer of molybdenum and tungsten refractory metal products, international markets have become an important part of our long term strategic growth plans for our company. MITC’s trade assistance, market research work, educational programs, and networking opportunities have made valuable contributions to our international sales successes."
Christopher Paradis,Marketing & Business Development Manager, Elmet Technologies, Inc., Lewiston, ME
Trade Statistics
At the core of our trade research are international trade statistics that show Maine's trade by industry with specific countries by gross valuation and percent change, as well general trends.

Key statistical reports
Trade research

Bio Exports: Singapore (PDF)

MITC Market Research Guide, Aug. 2010


International Opportunities for Educational Institutions, Jan. 15, 2009 (PDF)

Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Federal Register Notices
The Trade Center acts as the state's single point of contact for notices from the USTR. We make them available for public inspection. However, since our collection is not comprehensive, you can:
Contact Us
For general requests or additional questions, please contact MITC's Trade Assistance Specialist Agnieszka Carpenter at 207.541.7400 or carpenter@mitc.com.