Ecuador-Peru Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $2.17B total volume •Ecuador deficit: $152.33M

EcuadorPeru

$1.01B

Exports (2023)

PeruEcuador

$1.16B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$152.33M

Deficit for Ecuador

Total Trade

$2.17B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Ecuador and Peru. Green line shows exports from Ecuador, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

EcuadorPeru Exports

$1.01B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
53.2% top product
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$537.78M
53.2% of exports
2Wafer board and similar board of wood n.e.c. in item no. 4410.1, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances
$68.06M
6.7% of exports
3Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
$54.07M
5.4% of exports
4Petroleum 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
$50.37M
5.0% of exports
5Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for gas fuel or for both gas and other fuels, of iron or steel
$33.42M
3.3% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Ecuador's export portfolio to Peru demonstrates strategic specialization, with oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

PeruEcuador Imports

$1.16B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
18.9% concentration
1Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
$219.53M
18.9% of imports
2Flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates
$65.17M
5.6% of imports
3Copper: wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm
$51.37M
4.4% of imports
4Petroleum 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
$47.88M
4.1% of imports
5Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$31.37M
2.7% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Ecuador's import pattern from Peru reveals strategic sourcingin dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Ecuador demonstrates competitive strength in exportingoils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude to Peru, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ 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 $2.17B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Ecuador-Peru Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $2.17 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Ecuador maintains a deficit of $152.33 million
  • Export Focus: Ecuador's primary exports include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, wafer board and similar board of wood n.e.c. in item no. 4410.1, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances, dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Peru include dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding, flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, copper: wire, of refined copper, of which the maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 6mm

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $2.17B 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 Ecuador leveraging its comparative advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

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

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Comparative Advantage

Ecuador's specialization in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crudecomplements Peru's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $2.17B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $2.17B 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 $2.17 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude and dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Ecuador's trade deficit of $152.33 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in wafer board and similar board of wood n.e.c. in item no. 4410.1, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude 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 Ecuador and Peru represents a total trade volume of $2.17 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Ecuador, with imports exceeding exportsby $152.33 million.

Export Strengths

Ecuador's exports to Peru total $1.01 billion, with competitive advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, representing $537.78M or53.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Peru amount to $1.16 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding, with Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding comprising18.9% of total imports.

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