Cyprus-Israel Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $815.36M total volume •Cyprus deficit: $531.90M

CyprusIsrael

$141.73M

Exports (2023)

IsraelCyprus

$673.63M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$531.90M

Deficit for Cyprus

Total Trade

$815.36M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Cyprus and Israel. Green line shows exports from Cyprus, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

CyprusIsrael Exports

$141.73M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
27.0% top product
1Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$38.20M
27.0% of exports
2Cement clinkers (whether or not coloured)
$16.64M
11.7% of exports
3Gypsum: anhydrite
$13.47M
9.5% of exports
4Fish: fresh or chilled, seabream (Sparidae), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
$12.70M
9.0% of exports
5Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$8.35M
5.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Cyprus's export portfolio to Israel demonstrates strategic specialization, with cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IsraelCyprus Imports

$673.63M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
87.0% concentration
1Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$585.78M
87.0% of imports
2Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$11.07M
1.6% of imports
3Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles: of non-vegetable materials, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601
$6.86M
1.0% of imports
4Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods
$5.70M
0.8% of imports
5Paper articles: toilet paper
$2.67M
0.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Cyprus's import pattern from Israel reveals significant dependencyin petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Cyprus demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured to Israel, 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 $815.36M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Cyprus-Israel Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $815.36 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Cyprus maintains a deficit of $531.90 million
  • Export Focus: Cyprus's primary exports include cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, cement clinkers (whether or not coloured), gypsum: anhydrite
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Israel include petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, basketwork, wickerwork and other articles: of non-vegetable materials, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601

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 $815.36M 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 Cyprus leveraging its comparative advantages in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured.

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

Cyprus's specialization in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially colouredcomplements Israel's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $815.36M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $815.36M 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 $815.36 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured and petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Cyprus's trade deficit of $531.90 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 cement clinkers (whether or not coloured) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, 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 cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured 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 Cyprus and Israel represents a total trade volume of $815.36 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Cyprus, with imports exceeding exportsby $531.90 million.

Export Strengths

Cyprus's exports to Israel total $141.73 million, with competitive advantages in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, representing $38.20M or27.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Israel amount to $673.63 million, highlighting economic interdependence in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, with Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils comprising87.0% of total imports.

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