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U.S. exports of consumer-oriented products to Aruba reached an all-time high of $80 million in 2017 and are on pace to reach another record level in 2018.

Even though the Colombian government in 2017 increased the sales tax or value added tax (VAT) from 16 percent to 19 percent, the retail sector continues to thrive because of a robust economy....

The retail industry in Guatemala is strong and continues growing. The two largest supermarket chains continue expanding and opening new outlets in both the urban and rural areas of the country.

Peru's food retail market has found its path to growth through compact store formats. The market currently holds over 450 convenience stores and 250 conventional supermarkets.

Health Canada recently concluded a public consultation on proposed front-of-package (FOP) labeling designs and identified how forthcoming regulations could limit marketing of foods with FOP labels.

Chile’s food retail sales reached $16.7 billion in 2017. The main food distribution channels are supermarkets with a share of about 62 percent.

Canada is, by far, the largest overseas market for U.S. high-value, consumer-oriented products, with exports exceeding $16 billion in 2017.

This report provides information to U.S. exporters of agricultural and related products on how to do business with the retail food sector in Panama.

FAS Panama led a first time buyer’s mission to the Natural Product Expo West in Anaheim, Calif., March 6-10, 2018.

On June 16, 2018, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency opened consultations on proposed amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations to update Canada’s beer compositional standards.

Brazil continues to present opportunities for U.S. exporters of ingredients, with its food processing industry market estimated at $198 billion.

In compliance with Decree 4238/68 – “Regulations for the Inspection of Animal Products, By-Products, and Derivatives Related to the approval of Animal Products, By-products, and Derivatives....