II.  Leading Trade Prospects for U.S. Business

     U.S. firms are active in many sectors of the Polish
economy.  Most are in food, food processing, and consumer
goods which offer excellent opportunities for trade and
investment.  Heavy industry, including oil and gas, the coal
sector, and heat and power generation are also promising areas
for U.S. companies to pursue projects.  Radio and television,
telecommunications, home and office constructions, and the
transportation sector will offer significant opportunities in
the future.

     Best prospects for U.S. exports to Poland include
household consumer goods, medical equipment, air conditioning
and refrigeration equipment, building products, apparel,
automotive parts, broadcasting equipment, and pollution
control equipment.  Although U.S. exports are generally put in
a less favorable position vis-a-vis their EU rivals due to
discriminating tariffs, U.S. exports to Poland continue to
grow in most sectors.  For a full list and breakdown of the
top best prospects for U.S. exports to Poland see Appendix B.