China-Jordan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $6.43B total volume •China surplus: $4.46B

ChinaJordan

$5.44B

Exports (2023)

JordanChina

$986.26M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$4.46B

Surplus for China

Total Trade

$6.43B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between China and Jordan. Green line shows exports from China, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ChinaJordan Exports

$5.44B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
12.6% top product
1Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion
$683.23M
12.6% of exports
2Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
$145.64M
2.7% of exports
3Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed
$111.85M
2.1% of exports
4Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)
$102.51M
1.9% of exports
5Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, (other than just covering the ankle), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics
$97.32M
1.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

China's export portfolio to Jordan demonstrates strategic specialization, with vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

JordanChina Imports

$986.26M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
33.8% concentration
1Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride
$333.66M
33.8% of imports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104
$192.88M
19.6% of imports
3Phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts: other than pentachlorophenol (ISO)
$170.69M
17.3% of imports
4Bromides and bromide oxides: other than item no. 2827.51
$93.03M
9.4% of imports
5Inorganic acids: other than hydrogen fluoride
$70.87M
7.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

China's import pattern from Jordan reveals significant dependencyin fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

China demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion to Jordan, 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 $6.43B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: China-Jordan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $6.43 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: China maintains a surplus of $4.46 billion
  • Export Focus: China's primary exports include vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Jordan include fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104, phenol or phenol-alcohol derivatives containing only halogen substituents and their salts: other than pentachlorophenol (iso)

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 $6.43B 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 China leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion.

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

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Comparative Advantage

China's specialization in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsioncomplements Jordan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $6.43B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $6.43B 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 $6.43 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion and fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

China's trade surplus of $4.46 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 telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride, 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 vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion 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 China and Jordan represents a total trade volume of $6.43 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for China, with exports exceeding importsby $4.46 billion.

Export Strengths

China's exports to Jordan total $5.44 billion, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, representing $683.23M or12.6% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Jordan amount to $986.26 million, highlighting economic interdependence in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride, with Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride comprising33.8% of total imports.

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