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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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Title Document Type Sort descending Date Author(s)
 New Civil Aircraft Competitors on the Horizon? Executive Briefings Apr 2009 Peder Anderson
 Rising Maritime Freight Shipping Costs Impacted by Covid-19 [PDF] (158.27 KB) , Interactive Graphic (46.59 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2021 Gregory LaRocca
 How Does Increased EV Production Affect U.S. Automotive Employment? (156.33 KB) Executive Briefings May 2022 David Coffin
 How Do FTA’s Affect the U.S. Trade Balance? (188.5 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2009 Nick Grossman, Dylan Carlson
 Sub-Saharan Africa Exports Dominated by the U.S. and EU Though Composition Differs Substantially (124.82 KB) Executive Briefings Aug 2009 Arona Butcher, Eric Cardenas, Cathy Jabara
 Arsenic and Rice in Baby Food Supply Chains (171.72 KB) Executive Briefings Dec 2021 Caroline Peters and Brad Gehrke
 European Spruce Bark Beetle Infestation Affecting U.S. and EU Softwood Exports (136.63 KB) Executive Briefings Feb 2020 Kelsi Van Veen
 Russia, Ukraine, and Pig Iron Supply (161.08 KB) Executive Briefings Oct 2022 David Guberman
 Mobile Money in Kenya (39.83 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2015 Eric Forden
 Manufacturing Employment Trends in the United States and Selected Trading Partners, 2014-2022 (158.41 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2024 John B. Benedetto
 Russia, Palladium, and Semiconductors (177.73 KB) Executive Briefings May 2022 Samantha DeCarlo and Samuel Goodman
 The Conflict-Minerals Disclosure Provision of the Dodd-Frank Act — New U.S. Industry Requirements But Uncertain U.S. Trade Impacts (35.85 KB) Executive Briefings Mar 2015 Karl Tsuji
 Listen: How 3D Printing May Increase Trade in Hearing Aids (221.34 KB) Executive Briefings Mar 2021 Brennan Taylor and Dixie Downing
 U.S. Light Fixture Manufacturing in the LED Illumination Era (137.68 KB) Executive Briefings Feb 2021 Andrew David
 Keeping the High out of Hemp: Global THC Standards (187.57 KB) Executive Briefings May 2023 Samantha DeCarlo, Marin Weaver
 Post-Brexit Customs Requirements Hamper UK-EU Goods Trade Despite Agreement (223.08 KB) Executive Briefings Apr 2021 Brian Daigle and Joann Peterson
 Is Robusta on the Rise? Trends in Coffee Species Trade (139.79 KB) Executive Briefings Jan 2024 Amelia Shister Graytock
 The Integrated Voice Assistant Speaker: Opportunities and Challenges for U.S. Firms (149.18 KB) Executive Briefings Mar 2018 Brian Daigle
 Agriculture Policy in India: The Role of Input Subsidies (67.13 KB) Executive Briefings Mar 2011 Nick Grossman, Dylan Carlson
 Title VII AD/CVD Orders: Country and Sectoral Breakdowns (140.72 KB) Executive Briefings Sep 2019 Junie Joseph
 Nigeria’s Services Economy: The Engine For Future Growth (155.25 KB) Executive Briefings Mar 2017 Erick Oh
 U.S. Infant Formula Shortage and Supply and Trade Dynamics (148.65 KB) Executive Briefings Dec 2022 Lesley Ahmed
 Residential Heat Pump (Hybrid) Water Heater Market, Production, and Trade (162.3 KB) Executive Briefings Feb 2022 Brian Daigle and Andrew David
 U.S. Import Injury Boomerang Filings: Frequency and Timing (192.48 KB) Executive Briefings Jun 2023 Craig Thomsen
 RCEP Effect on U.S. Light Vehicle Exports Limited (133.24 KB) Executive Briefings May 2021 David Coffin