Brazil-Costa Rica Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $583.30M total volume •Brazil surplus: $583.30M

BrazilCosta Rica

$583.30M

Exports (2023)

Costa RicaBrazil

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$583.30M

Surplus for Brazil

Total Trade

$583.30M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Brazil and Costa Rica. Green line shows exports from Brazil, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BrazilCosta Rica Exports

$583.30M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
20.0% top product
1Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$116.60M
20.0% of exports
2Cereals: rice in the husk (paddy or rough)
$91.50M
15.7% of exports
3Iron or non-alloy steel: semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon
$22.42M
3.8% of exports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$18.56M
3.2% of exports
5Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50
$13.08M
2.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

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

Costa RicaBrazil Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits
$37.03M
Infinity% of imports
2Glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods
$11.44M
Infinity% of imports
3Artificial parts of the body: excluding artificial joints
$8.40M
Infinity% of imports
4Pharmaceutical goods: appliances identifiable for ostomy use
$7.74M
Infinity% of imports
5Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber
$7.51M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Brazil's import pattern from Costa Rica reveals significant dependencyin electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Brazil demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: maize (corn), other than seed to Costa Rica, 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 $583.30M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Brazil-Costa Rica Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $583.30 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Brazil maintains a surplus of $583.30 million
  • Export Focus: Brazil's primary exports include cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, cereals: rice in the husk (paddy or rough), iron or non-alloy steel: semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel, containing by weight 0.25% or more of carbon
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Costa Rica include electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits, glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods, artificial parts of the body: excluding artificial joints

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 $583.30M 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 Brazil 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

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

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $583.30M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $583.30M 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 $583.30 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 electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Brazil's trade surplus of $583.30 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 cereals: rice in the husk (paddy or rough) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits, 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 Brazil and Costa Rica represents a total trade volume of $583.30 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Brazil, with exports exceeding importsby $583.30 million.

Export Strengths

Brazil's exports to Costa Rica total $583.30 million, with competitive advantages in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, representing $116.60M or20.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Costa Rica amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits, with Electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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