Publications

NAFTZ serves as the leading source of information and technical expertise on the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone program. Through technical reference materials, industry reporting, and educational resources, NAFTZ publications support informed decision-making by FTZ professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders across the United States.

These resources provide practical insight into the operation, administration, and economic impact of the FTZ program, and help ensure the program continues to operate effectively in support of American jobs, investment, and global competitiveness.

Advocacy and Educational Resources

NAFTZ develops educational publications and infographics to help explain the structure, purpose, and economic benefits of the FTZ program. These resources support awareness and understanding among policymakers, stakeholders, and the broader public.

NAFTZ Publications and Economic Studies

NAFTZ produces and curates research that examines the economic impact and policy framework of the FTZ program. These publications provide policymakers, stakeholders, and industry professionals with authoritative analysis and data.

Available resources include:

USITC FTZ Study NAFTZ Key Take-Aways MayJune 2023

2023 FTZ Grantee Handbook - members only

2019 FTZ Economic Impact Study

NAFTZ Zones Report - monthly newsletters archive

These publications help demonstrate the program’s role in supporting U.S. employment, investment, and global competitiveness.

Journal of Commerce Special FTZ Section

Published annually in partnership with the Journal of Commerce, this special section highlights the role of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone program in supporting American manufacturing, exports, and supply chain competitiveness. These features provide national visibility into the program’s economic impact and its importance to U.S. industry.

View Current and Archived Journal of Commerce FTZ Sections:

2025
2024 - Enhancing Trade Policy
2023 - Competitive Disadvantage?
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

NAFTZ has partnered with the Journal of Commerce for many years to highlight the continued importance of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone program. These special sections provide historical perspective and industry insight into the program’s role in supporting U.S. economic growth.

Publications

National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones