In 2024, the EU's trade in goods was worth nearly , representing approximately 13.4% of global trade . This makes the EU the second-largest trader in goods globally, following China. 1. Export vs. Import Composition (2023–2024)

After a significant trade deficit in 2022 due to high energy prices, the EU returned to a €38 billion surplus in 2023. By 2024, this surplus for goods grew significantly to €368 billion .

Pharmaceutical products, motor vehicles, and machinery.

The EU generally maintains a strong focus on manufactured and capital goods. According to the WITS database , recent distributions include: Product Group Exports (US$ Million) Export Share Imports (US$ Million) Import Share $1,050,383 Capital Goods Intermediate Goods Raw Materials 2. Key Trade Trends & Balance

Mineral fuels (oil/gas), electrical equipment, and nuclear reactor components. Data Quality and Sources

For most EU member states, trade with other EU countries is more significant than trade outside the bloc. In 2024, countries like Luxembourg (81%) and Czechia (79%) saw the highest shares of intra-EU exports.

The EU's most critical trading partners for total trade include the United States , China , and the United Kingdom . For energy imports specifically, the U.S. and Norway have become vital suppliers. 3. Top Traded Commodities Major goods frequently appearing in these datasets include:

While "Eu Goods.txt" appears to be a specific data export file—likely from a database such as the or Eurostat's Comext —a general report based on 2024–2025 trade data provides a comprehensive look at what such a file typically contains. Overview of European Union Trade in Goods