Comoros-Egypt Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $7.55M total volume •Comoros deficit: $4.85M

ComorosEgypt

$1.35M

Exports (2023)

EgyptComoros

$6.20M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$4.85M

Deficit for Comoros

Total Trade

$7.55M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Comoros and Egypt. Green line shows exports from Comoros, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ComorosEgypt Exports

$1.35M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
80.1% top product
1Spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground
$1.08M
80.1% of exports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105
$255,397
18.9% of exports
3Transmission components: toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately: parts
$11,541
0.9% of exports
4Iron or steel: cast articles, excluding grinding balls and similar articles for mills, other than of non-malleable cast iron
$2,014
0.1% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Comoros's export portfolio to Egypt demonstrates strategic specialization, with spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

EgyptComoros Imports

$6.20M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
46.0% concentration
1Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$2.85M
46.0% of imports
2Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar articles, of any material
$1.12M
18.0% of imports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$312,450
5.0% of imports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, n.e.c. in heading no. 7213, of circular cross-section measuring less than 14mm in diameter
$275,140
4.4% of imports
5Juices: mixtures of fruits or vegetables, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$226,898
3.7% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Comoros's import pattern from Egypt reveals significant dependencyin cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Comoros demonstrates competitive strength in exportingspices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground to Egypt, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 4+ 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 $7.55M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Comoros-Egypt Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $7.55 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Comoros maintains a deficit of $4.85 million
  • Export Focus: Comoros's primary exports include spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105, transmission components: toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately: parts
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Egypt include cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar articles, of any material, 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 $7.55M 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 Comoros leveraging its comparative advantages in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground.

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

Comoros's specialization in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor groundcomplements Egypt's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $7.55M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $7.55M 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 $7.55 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground and cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Comoros's trade deficit of $4.85 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, 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 spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground 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 Comoros and Egypt represents a total trade volume of $7.55 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Comoros, with imports exceeding exportsby $4.85 million.

Export Strengths

Comoros's exports to Egypt total $1.35 million, with competitive advantages in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, representing $1.08M or80.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Egypt amount to $6.20 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, with Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured comprising46.0% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Comoros's strategic sourcing from Egypt. 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