Dominica-Guyana Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.75M total volume •Dominica surplus: $3.75M

DominicaGuyana

$3.75M

Exports (2023)

GuyanaDominica

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$3.75M

Surplus for Dominica

Total Trade

$3.75M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Dominica and Guyana. Green line shows exports from Dominica, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

DominicaGuyana Exports

$3.75M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
28.5% top product
1Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$1.07M
28.5% of exports
2Soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use
$588,964
15.7% of exports
3Paints and varnishes: (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather
$517,600
13.8% of exports
4Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure
$386,591
10.3% of exports
5Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$246,522
6.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

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

GuyanaDominica Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407
$1.01M
Infinity% of imports
2Cereals: husked (brown) rice
$580,332
Infinity% of imports
3Wood: non-coniferous, split poles, piles, pickets, stakes, pointed but not sawn lengthwise: sticks for umbrellas, tool handles etc, roughly trimmed but not turned or bent: chipwood etc, hoopwood
$408,386
Infinity% of imports
4Containers: (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
$186,600
Infinity% of imports
5Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$183,202
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Dominica's import pattern from Guyana reveals significant dependencyin wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Dominica demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured to Guyana, 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 $3.75M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Dominica-Guyana Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.75 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Dominica maintains a surplus of $3.75 million
  • Export Focus: Dominica's primary exports include cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use, paints and varnishes: (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Guyana include wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407, cereals: husked (brown) rice, wood: non-coniferous, split poles, piles, pickets, stakes, pointed but not sawn lengthwise: sticks for umbrellas, tool handles etc, roughly trimmed but not turned or bent: chipwood etc, hoopwood

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 $3.75M 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 Dominica 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

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

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.75M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.75M 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 $3.75 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 wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Dominica's trade surplus of $3.75 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 soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407, 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 Dominica and Guyana represents a total trade volume of $3.75 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Dominica, with exports exceeding importsby $3.75 million.

Export Strengths

Dominica's exports to Guyana total $3.75 million, with competitive advantages in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, representing $1.07M or28.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Guyana amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407, with Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407 comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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