Bangladesh-Austria Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.05B total volume •Bangladesh surplus: $1.05B

BangladeshAustria

$1.05B

Exports (2023)

AustriaBangladesh

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.05B

Surplus for Bangladesh

Total Trade

$1.05B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bangladesh and Austria. Green line shows exports from Bangladesh, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BangladeshAustria Exports

$1.05B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
16.4% top product
1T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$172.28M
16.4% of exports
2Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$104.39M
9.9% of exports
3Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$73.03M
7.0% of exports
4Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
$59.75M
5.7% of exports
5Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$51.50M
4.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bangladesh's export portfolio to Austria demonstrates strategic specialization, with t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

AustriaBangladesh Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824
$5.28M
Infinity% of imports
2Electric generating sets: with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines
$4.94M
Infinity% of imports
3Antibiotics: penicillins and their derivatives with a penicillanic acid structure: salts thereof
$2.17M
Infinity% of imports
4Printing machinery: used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 84.42, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.1
$2.16M
Infinity% of imports
5Sugars: n.e.c. in heading no. 1702, including invert sugar and other sugar and sugar syrup blends containing, in the dry state, 50% by weight of fructose
$2.13M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bangladesh's import pattern from Austria reveals significant dependencyin chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bangladesh demonstrates competitive strength in exportingt-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted to Austria, 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 $1.05B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bangladesh-Austria Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.05 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bangladesh maintains a surplus of $1.05 billion
  • Export Focus: Bangladesh's primary exports include t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted), jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Austria include chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824, electric generating sets: with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines, antibiotics: penicillins and their derivatives with a penicillanic acid structure: salts thereof

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 $1.05B 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 Bangladesh leveraging its comparative advantages in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.

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

Bangladesh's specialization in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crochetedcomplements Austria's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.05B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.05B 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 $1.05 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted and chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bangladesh's trade surplus of $1.05 billion 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 trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824, 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 t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted 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 Bangladesh and Austria represents a total trade volume of $1.05 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Bangladesh, with exports exceeding importsby $1.05 billion.

Export Strengths

Bangladesh's exports to Austria total $1.05 billion, with competitive advantages in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, representing $172.28M or16.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Austria amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824, with Chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824 comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Bangladesh'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