Barbados-Anguilla Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.20M total volume •Barbados surplus: $1.20M

BarbadosAnguilla

$1.20M

Exports (2023)

AnguillaBarbados

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.20M

Surplus for Barbados

Total Trade

$1.20M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Barbados and Anguilla. Green line shows exports from Barbados, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BarbadosAnguilla Exports

$1.20M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
21.1% top product
1Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products
$253,847
21.1% of exports
2Margarine: excluding liquid margarine
$209,109
17.4% of exports
3Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$166,032
13.8% of exports
4Waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured
$113,249
9.4% 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
$83,960
7.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Barbados's export portfolio to Anguilla demonstrates strategic specialization, with rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

AnguillaBarbados Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel
$14,339
Infinity% of imports
2Plastics: tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges)
$6,223
Infinity% of imports
3Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018
$1,484
Infinity% of imports
4Tools, hand: pliers (including cutting pliers), pincers, tweezers and similar tools
$620
Infinity% of imports
5Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display
$479
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Barbados's import pattern from Anguilla reveals significant dependencyin iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Barbados demonstrates competitive strength in exportingrum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products to Anguilla, 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 $1.20M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Barbados-Anguilla Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.20 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Barbados maintains a surplus of $1.20 million
  • Export Focus: Barbados's primary exports include rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products, margarine: excluding liquid margarine, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Anguilla include iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel, plastics: tube, pipe and hose fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges), medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018

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 $1.20M 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 Barbados leveraging its comparative advantages in rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products.

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

Barbados's specialization in rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane productscomplements Anguilla's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.20M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.20M 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 $1.20 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products and iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Barbados's trade surplus of $1.20 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 margarine: excluding liquid margarine present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel, 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 rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products 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 Barbados and Anguilla represents a total trade volume of $1.20 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Barbados, with exports exceeding importsby $1.20 million.

Export Strengths

Barbados's exports to Anguilla total $1.20 million, with competitive advantages in rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products, representing $253,847 or21.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Anguilla amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel, with Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, n.e.c. in item no. 7307.9, other than stainless steel comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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