Based on the latest data from April 2025, the top imports to the US from Benin by value are: Residues, wastes of food industry, animal fodder ($33.26 Million) Edible fruits, nuts, peel of citrus fruit, melons ($13.02 Million) Commodities not specified according to kind ($3.09 Million) Articles of apparel, knit or crocheted ($2.88 Million) Vegetable, fruit, nut food preparations ($445.08K) Here's a look at which states in the US can manufacture similar goods, along with examples of companies: Residues, wastes of food industry, animal fodder: This category is broad and includes byproducts from various food processing industries used for animal feed.   Iowa: Has a significant agricultural sector and numerous companies that process grains and other agricultural products, resulting in animal feed ingredients (e.g., Cargill, Land O'Lakes).   Nebraska: Similar to Iowa, with a large agricultural base and feed production (e.g., ADM, Purina Animal Nutrition). California: With a diverse agricultural sector, there are companies involved in producing feed from various sources, including fruit and vegetable processing byproducts (e.g., West Coast Ingredients).   Edible fruits, nuts, peel of citrus fruit, melons: These are agricultural products. California: Leads the nation in the production of a wide variety of fruits, nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios), citrus fruits, and melons (e.g., Wonderful Company, Dole, various agricultural cooperatives).   Florida: Known for its citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits) and melons (e.g., Florida's Natural, various citrus growers' associations).   Washington: A major producer of apples, pears, and cherries (e.g., Tree Top, various fruit grower cooperatives).   Georgia: Famous for peaches and pecans (e.g., Lane Southern Orchards, various pecan processors).   Articles of apparel, knit or crocheted: This involves textile manufacturing. North Carolina: Historically a major textile manufacturing state, it still has a significant presence in knitting and apparel production (e.g., Hanesbrands, Unifi - a yarn manufacturer). South Carolina: Similar to North Carolina, with a history in textiles and ongoing apparel manufacturing (e.g., Milliken & Company - a textile and chemical manufacturer with apparel applications). California: Has a significant apparel industry, particularly in design and some manufacturing, although much production has moved overseas (e.g., American Apparel - with some domestic production, various smaller design and manufacturing houses). Vegetable, fruit, nut food preparations: This includes processed foods like jams, jellies, canned fruits and vegetables, and nut butters. California: With its vast agricultural output, many companies in California process fruits, vegetables, and nuts into various food preparations (e.g., Smucker's has facilities in California, various fruit and vegetable canneries and processors). Oregon: Known for fruit processing, particularly berries (e.g., Oregon Fruit Products).   Michigan: Significant in fruit production, especially cherries and apples, leading to processing industries (e.g., various fruit processing companies in the state).   It's important to note that while these US states have the capacity to manufacture similar types of goods to those imported from Benin, the specific varieties, quality, and scale of production might differ. Additionally, the US may import these goods from Benin due to factors like seasonal availability, specific product types not widely grown in the US, or cost considerations. There aren't readily available examples of large companies in Benin manufacturing these exact products for export to the US. The Beninese economy is more focused on agricultural raw materials like cotton and cashews.