Denmark-France Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $9.65B total volume โ€ขDenmark surplus: $945.24M

Denmark โ†’ France

$5.30B

Exports (2023)

France โ†’ Denmark

$4.35B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$945.24M

Surplus for Denmark

Total Trade

$9.65B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Denmark and France. Green line shows exports from Denmark, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Denmark โ†’ France Exports

$5.30B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
6.8% top product
1Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$358.31M
6.8% of exports
2Medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$320.79M
6.1% of exports
3Electric motors and generators: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machines of heading no. 8501 or 8502
$214.12M
4.0% of exports
4Electric generators: AC generators, (alternators), of an output exceeding 750kVA
$114.48M
2.2% of exports
5Fish: fresh or chilled, Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
$92.09M
1.7% of exports
6Pumps: parts thereof
$77.35M
1.5% of exports
7Enzymes and prepared enzymes: other than rennet and concentrates thereof
$73.99M
1.4% of exports
8Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues: insulin and its salts
$65.49M
1.2% of exports
9Jewellery: of silver, whether or not plated or clad with other precious metal, and parts thereof
$65.41M
1.2% of exports
10Medicaments: containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$58.47M
1.1% of exports

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Export Focus

Denmark's export portfolio to France demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

France โ†’ Denmark Imports

$4.35B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
9.0% concentration
1Medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$392.88M
9.0% of imports
2Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$325.77M
7.5% of imports
3Wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less
$166.59M
3.8% 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
$160.01M
3.7% of imports
5Petroleum 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
$67.74M
1.6% of imports
6Wine: sparkling
$63.38M
1.5% of imports
7Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion
$61.61M
1.4% of imports
8Machinery: for filtering or purifying liquids, n.e.c. in item no. 8421.2
$59.98M
1.4% of imports
9Cosmetic and toilet preparations: n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations)
$56.41M
1.3% of imports
10Dairy produce: cheese (not grated, powdered or processed), n.e.c. in heading no. 0406
$54.81M
1.3% of imports

๐Ÿ“ฆ Import Strategy Analysis

Denmark's import pattern from France reveals strategic sourcingin medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Denmark demonstrates competitive strength in exportingmedicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale to France, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $9.65B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Denmark-France Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $9.65 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Denmark maintains a surplus of $945.24 million
  • Export Focus: Denmark's primary exports include medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, electric motors and generators: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machines of heading no. 8501 or 8502
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from France include medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

๐Ÿ“ˆ 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 $9.65B 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 Denmark leveraging its comparative advantages in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.

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

Denmark's specialization in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail salecomplements France's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $9.65B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $9.65B 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 $9.65 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale and medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

Denmark's trade surplus of $945.24 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

๐Ÿš€Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

โš ๏ธRisk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale 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 Denmark and France represents a total trade volume of $9.65 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Denmark, with exports exceeding importsby $945.24 million.

Export Strengths

Denmark's exports to France total $5.30 billion, with competitive advantages in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, representing $358.31M or6.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from France amount to $4.35 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, with Medicaments: containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale comprising9.0% of total imports.

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