Colombia-Guatemala Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $441.60M total volume •Colombia surplus: $441.60M

ColombiaGuatemala

$441.60M

Exports (2023)

GuatemalaColombia

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$441.60M

Surplus for Colombia

Total Trade

$441.60M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Colombia and Guatemala. Green line shows exports from Colombia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ColombiaGuatemala Exports

$441.60M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
26.5% top product
1Coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated
$117.01M
26.5% of exports
2Refrigerators and freezers: combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors, electric or other
$20.16M
4.6% 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
$10.97M
2.5% of exports
4Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials
$9.94M
2.3% of exports
5Perfumes and toilet waters
$8.91M
2.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Colombia's export portfolio to Guatemala demonstrates strategic specialization, with coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

GuatemalaColombia Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824
$17.27M
Infinity% of imports
2Rubber: natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
$12.48M
Infinity% of imports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$9.71M
Infinity% of imports
4Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$2.76M
Infinity% of imports
5Insecticides: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Notes 1 & 2 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
$2.34M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Colombia's import pattern from Guatemala 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

Colombia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcoal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated to Guatemala, 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 $441.60M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Colombia-Guatemala Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $441.60 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Colombia maintains a surplus of $441.60 million
  • Export Focus: Colombia's primary exports include coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated, refrigerators and freezers: combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors, electric or other, 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 Guatemala include chemical products, mixtures and preparations: n.e.c. heading 3824, rubber: natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip, sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter

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 $441.60M 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 Colombia leveraging its comparative advantages in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated.

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

Colombia's specialization in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomeratedcomplements Guatemala'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 $441.60M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $441.60M 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 $441.60 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated 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

Colombia's trade surplus of $441.60 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 refrigerators and freezers: combined refrigerator-freezers, fitted with separate external doors, electric or other 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 coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated 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 Colombia and Guatemala represents a total trade volume of $441.60 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Colombia, with exports exceeding importsby $441.60 million.

Export Strengths

Colombia's exports to Guatemala total $441.60 million, with competitive advantages in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated, representing $117.01M or26.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Guatemala 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 Colombia'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