Portugal - Market Challenges Portugal- Market Challenges
American exporters face competition in Portugal from savvy European competitors. European companies are already familiar with aspects of the business culture, financing, regulations, standards, etc. In addition, they do not face import tariffs that U.S. companies have to pay to get their products into Portugal. Some U.S. companies have also reported that they are now encountering Chinese competitors in Portugal. Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.