China-Poland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $47.41B total volume โ€ขChina surplus: $39.95B

China โ†’ Poland

$43.68B

Exports (2023)

Poland โ†’ China

$3.73B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$39.95B

Surplus for China

Total Trade

$47.41B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between China and Poland. 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-Poland commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

China โ†’ Poland Exports

$43.68B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
5.1% top product
1Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
$2.23B
5.1% of exports
2Electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square)
$1.40B
3.2% of exports
3Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display
$1.22B
2.8% of exports
4Machinery: parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) of the machines of heading no. 8471
$970.84M
2.2% of exports
5Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$824.80M
1.9% of exports
6Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)
$757.04M
1.7% of exports
7Reception and transmission apparatus: for use with the apparatus of heading no. 8525 to 8528, excluding aerials and aerial reflectors
$711.78M
1.6% of exports
8Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys: dolls' carriages: dolls: other toys: reduced-size (scale) models and similar recreational models, working or not: puzzles of all kinds
$692.77M
1.6% of exports
9Monitors: other than cathode-ray tube: capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
$562.85M
1.3% of exports
10Electrical static converters
$543.70M
1.2% of exports

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Export Focus

China's export portfolio to Poland demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Poland โ†’ China Imports

$3.73B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
17.9% concentration
1Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes
$667.89M
17.9% of imports
2Electrical static converters
$230.69M
6.2% of imports
3Copper: copper-zinc base alloys (brass) unwrought
$109.12M
2.9% of imports
4Turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers
$84.20M
2.3% of imports
5Ceramic wares: for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, other than articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale or of porcelain or china
$64.73M
1.7% of imports
6Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$59.64M
1.6% of imports
7Dairy produce: whey, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$43.56M
1.2% of imports
8Electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square)
$38.51M
1.0% of imports
9Dairy produce: milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 1% but not exceeding 6%
$38.02M
1.0% of imports
10Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves
$32.60M
0.9% of imports

๐Ÿ“ฆ Import Strategy Analysis

China's import pattern from Poland reveals significant dependencyin copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, 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 exportingtelephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks to Poland, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ 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 $47.41B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Major Partnership

Executive Summary: China-Poland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $47.41 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: China maintains a surplus of $39.95 billion
  • Export Focus: China's primary exports include telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square), automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Poland include copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, electrical static converters, copper: copper-zinc base alloys (brass) unwrought

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global 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 $47.41B 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 telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks.

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

China's specialization in telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networkscomplements Poland's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $47.41B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $47.41B 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 $47.41 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.

Economic Significance: High
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks and copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

China's trade surplus of $39.95 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

๐Ÿš€Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in electric accumulators: lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

โš ๏ธRisk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks may affect future market positioning.

๐ŸŽฏStrategic 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 Poland represents a total trade volume of $47.41 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for China, with exports exceeding importsby $39.95 billion.

Export Strengths

China's exports to Poland total $43.68 billion, with competitive advantages in telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, representing $2.23B or5.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Poland amount to $3.73 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, with Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes comprising17.9% 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) โ€ข Last Updated: January 2025 โ€ข Coverage: 1995-2023