South Carolina is boasting a seven-year high in export sales. Gov. Henry McMaster, the South Carolina Department of Commerce and South Carolina Ports announced the milestone Monday, noting a 1.5% growth valued at $38.5 billion.
The state exported goods to 198 countries and territories last year—spanning Asia, Europe, North America and the Middle East.
The state continues to lead the nation as the top exporter of both completed passenger vehicles and tires. South Carolina also ranks second nationally in the export of ball/roller bearings, commonly used in the automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery and energy sectors.
South Carolina’s top five exported commodities in 2025, by percentage share, were:
1. Motor vehicles and parts
2. Aircraft and parts
3. Machinery and parts
4. Plastics
5. Tires
Aircraft and parts’ market share rose 31% from 2024, while completed passenger vehicles generated the most significant share of export sales revenue, totaling $11.8 billion.