Over the past year, ATO Taipei has received an increase in requests for organic/natural U.S. products (e.g., no preservatives, low in sodium, sugar, etc.). The driving force behind these requests is an older and significantly larger population, compared to other age groups, that is pushing for healthier food options. The push for more organic/natural products bodes well for U.S. exports of fresh/dried fruits, vegetables, grains, cereals, vegetable oils, tree nuts, fishery products, and organic foods. In 2013, the United States exported US$418 million in organic/natural products to Taiwan, with a compound annual growth rate of 9% over the past five years.
