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Staff Publications and Research Papers

PLEASE NOTE: The publications and research papers reflect the opinions and research of individual authors, and are not the views of the U.S. International Trade Commission or individual Commissioners. When referencing an Executive Briefing on Trade, Journal of International Commerce and Economics article, or staff working paper, please cite to the author(s), type of publication, and their affiliation, rather than referring to it as a Commission report. For example: A staff working paper by John Smith of the International Trade Commission stated that production in the market is largely led by the United States. If you have questions, email publicaffairs@usitc.gov.

Executive Briefings on Trade

The Executive Briefings on Trade (EBOTs) are focused 2-page papers that keep the Commission and the public current on domestic and global activities that affect U.S. trade, investment, and competitiveness.

Journal of International Commerce and Economics (JICE)

The Journal of International Commerce and Economics (JICE) is a peer-reviewed journal (ISSN 2152-6877) published on a periodic basis by the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC). JICE articles contribute to the field of applied international trade by providing in-depth, policy-relevant, and accessible analysis of contemporary economic, industry competitiveness, and investment issues.

Staff Research / Working Papers

Staff Research / Working Papers represent preliminary, technical trade research conducted by staff in the offices of Economics and Industries. Their aim is to make valuable contributions to the literature on applied topics in international trade.

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 The Infamous “Titanic” Law and the Key Bridge Collapse (221.59 KB) Executive Briefings Jan 2025 Mahi Patel
 Would a Spoonful of Sugar Help: Is Competition Structure in the U.S. Raw Cane Sugar Refining Sector Changing? (153.7 KB) Executive Briefings Nov 2024 Brad Gehrke
 Photovoltaic Circularity: Solar Panel Recycling and End-of-Life Considerations (137.95 KB) Executive Briefings Nov 2024 Fernando Gracia , Rishab Sardana
 The Use of Additive Manufacturing During the COVID-19 Pandemic (136.8 KB) Executive Briefings Oct 2024 Evan Lam, Brennan Taylor
 Yes, We Have No Bananas? (Again!) (184.75 KB) Executive Briefings Sep 2024 Samantha DeCarlo, Steve LeGrand
  Would a Spoonful of Sugar Help: Is Competition Structure in the U.S. Sugar Beet Sector Changing? (152.42 KB) Executive Briefings Sep 2024 Brad Gehrke
 Recent Shifts in Inward Foreign Direct Investment in India (204.51 KB) Executive Briefings Aug 2024 Dominique Eric Varier, Wen Jin “Jean” Yuan
 Baltimore Bridge Collapse: U.S. Coal Export Disruptions (194.86 KB) Executive Briefings Aug 2024 Allison Utomi, Sarah Scott
 RFID: Growth of a Trade‐Enhancing Technology (216.47 KB) Executive Briefings Aug 2024 Nathan Lotze
 The United States-Taiwan Trade and Investment: Brief Overview (147.57 KB) Executive Briefings Jul 2024 Sarah Krulikowski, Karen Thome
 Tracing the Import Sources of Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment (230.68 KB) Executive Briefings Jul 2024 Nathan Lotze
 Beyond the Beaches: The Dominican Republic's Rise in Medical Devices (133.88 KB) Executive Briefings Jul 2024 Dixie Downing
 African Continental Free Trade Area Status and Efforts to Support Trade (288.08 KB) Executive Briefings Jul 2024 Jessica Pugliese, Amelia Graytock
 High-Income Countries Account for Small Share of UK Skilled Worker Visa Issuances (140.88 KB) Executive Briefings Jul 2024 Jennifer Powell
 Heavy Metal in Chocolate (151.27 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Amelia Graytock
 Skilling Up for a Sustainable Future: A Look at the Labor Shortage in Renewable Energy (584.98 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Dixie Downing
 U.S. Free Trade Agreements and Phase-in Tariffs (248.37 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Chidozie Ezi-Ashi, Ross Jestrab
 Against the Grain: Russian Hardwood Plywood Exports (209.11 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Sarah Scott
 Can CCS Deliver? Exploring the Potential of Carbon Capture and Storage in Industry (199.22 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Tyler Berard
 Building a Healthy Economy: The Rise of Costa Rica's Export-Oriented Medical Device Industry (169.31 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Tyler Berard
 Powering Space Exploration (231.35 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2024 Dixie Downing, Mitch Semanik
 Impact of the Russian Invasion of Ukraine on Global Nickel Trade (148.67 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2024 David Guberman
 EU Wood Pellet Imports After Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine (140.93 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2024 Robert Ireland
 Manufacturing Employment Trends in the United States and Selected Trading Partners, 2014-2022 (158.41 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2024 John B. Benedetto
 Chinese Vehicle Exports: Electrified (242.79 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2024 David Coffin, Jeff Walling

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