Bahamas-Jamaica Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $18.41M total volume •Bahamas deficit: $18.41M

BahamasJamaica

$0

Exports (2023)

JamaicaBahamas

$18.41M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$18.41M

Deficit for Bahamas

Total Trade

$18.41M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bahamas and Jamaica. Green line shows exports from Bahamas, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BahamasJamaica Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26)
$866,680
Infinity% of exports
2Crustaceans: frozen, rock lobsters and other sea crawfish (Palinurus spp., Panulirus spp., Jasus spp.), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water
$715,567
Infinity% of exports
3Salt (including table salt and denatured salt): pure sodium chloride whether or not in aqueous solution: sea water
$175,013
Infinity% of exports
4Yachts and other vessels: for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes, n.e.c. in heading no. 8903, other than inflatable
$70,314
Infinity% of exports
5Food preparations: bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa: communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products
$30,658
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bahamas's export portfolio to Jamaica demonstrates strategic specialization, with sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

JamaicaBahamas Imports

$18.41M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
17.8% concentration
1Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen
$3.28M
17.8% of imports
2Mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25
$902,169
4.9% of imports
3Dairy produce: derived from milk, butter
$889,033
4.8% of imports
4Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms
$785,218
4.3% of imports
5Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$723,415
3.9% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bahamas's import pattern from Jamaica reveals significant dependencyin meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bahamas demonstrates competitive strength in exportingsands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26) to Jamaica, 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 $18.41M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bahamas-Jamaica Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $18.41 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bahamas maintains a deficit of $18.41 million
  • Export Focus: Bahamas's primary exports include sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26), crustaceans: frozen, rock lobsters and other sea crawfish (palinurus spp., panulirus spp., jasus spp.), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, salt (including table salt and denatured salt): pure sodium chloride whether or not in aqueous solution: sea water
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Jamaica include meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen, mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25, dairy produce: derived from milk, butter

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 $18.41M 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 Bahamas leveraging its comparative advantages in sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26).

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

Bahamas's specialization in sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26)complements Jamaica's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $18.41M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $18.41M 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 $18.41 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26) and meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bahamas's trade deficit of $18.41 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in crustaceans: frozen, rock lobsters and other sea crawfish (palinurus spp., panulirus spp., jasus spp.), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen, 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 sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26) 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 Bahamas and Jamaica represents a total trade volume of $18.41 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Bahamas, with imports exceeding exportsby $18.41 million.

Export Strengths

Bahamas's exports to Jamaica total $0.00, with competitive advantages in sands: natural, (other than silica and quartz sands), whether or not coloured, (other than metal-bearing sands of chapter 26), representing $866,680 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Jamaica amount to $18.41 million, highlighting economic interdependence in meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen, with Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen comprising17.8% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Bahamas's strategic sourcing from Jamaica. 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