Argentina-Venezuela Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $113.44M total volume •Argentina surplus: $113.44M

ArgentinaVenezuela

$113.44M

Exports (2023)

VenezuelaArgentina

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$113.44M

Surplus for Argentina

Total Trade

$113.44M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Argentina and Venezuela. Green line shows exports from Argentina, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Argentina-Venezuela commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

ArgentinaVenezuela Exports

$113.44M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
61.8% top product
1Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$70.16M
61.8% of exports
2Vegetables, leguminous: kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$23.84M
21.0% of exports
3Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)
$4.14M
3.6% of exports
4Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$2.30M
2.0% of exports
5Dog or cat food: put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding
$2.13M
1.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Argentina's export portfolio to Venezuela demonstrates strategic specialization, with cereals: maize (corn), other than seed representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

VenezuelaArgentina Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof
$393,713
Infinity% of imports
2Aluminium: (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm
$388,910
Infinity% of imports
3Cocoa beans: whole or broken, raw or roasted
$109,414
Infinity% of imports
4Aluminium: collapsible tubular containers, for any material, (not compressed or liquefied gas), 300l capacity or less, whether or not lined, not fitted with mechanical/thermal equipment
$71,607
Infinity% of imports
5Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products
$67,016
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Argentina's import pattern from Venezuela reveals significant dependencyin vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Argentina demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: maize (corn), other than seed to Venezuela, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $113.44M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Argentina-Venezuela Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $113.44 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Argentina maintains a surplus of $113.44 million
  • Export Focus: Argentina's primary exports include cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, vegetables, leguminous: kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Venezuela include vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof, aluminium: (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm, cocoa beans: whole or broken, raw or roasted

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $113.44M represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Argentina leveraging its comparative advantages in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

1

Comparative Advantage

Argentina's specialization in cereals: maize (corn), other than seedcomplements Venezuela's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $113.44M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $113.44M bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $113.44 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed and vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Argentina's trade surplus of $113.44 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in vegetables, leguminous: kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Argentina and Venezuela represents a total trade volume of $113.44 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Argentina, with exports exceeding importsby $113.44 million.

Export Strengths

Argentina's exports to Venezuela total $113.44 million, with competitive advantages in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, representing $70.16M or61.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Venezuela amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof, with Vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Argentina's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023