Egypt-Oman Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.03B total volume •Egypt deficit: $1.03B

EgyptOman

$0

Exports (2023)

OmanEgypt

$1.03B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.03B

Deficit for Egypt

Total Trade

$1.03B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

EgyptOman Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried
$27.56M
Infinity% of exports
2Petroleum 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
$27.36M
Infinity% of exports
3Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar articles, of any material
$26.15M
Infinity% of exports
4Meters: electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof
$23.19M
Infinity% of exports
5Dairy produce: cheese, processed (not grated or powdered)
$13.03M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Egypt's export portfolio to Oman demonstrates strategic specialization, with fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

OmanEgypt Imports

$1.03B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
53.7% concentration
1Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
$553.59M
53.7% of imports
2Petroleum 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
$308.54M
29.9% of imports
3Vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks
$29.19M
2.8% of imports
4Aluminium: (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm
$20.37M
2.0% of imports
5Fish: frozen, mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$16.21M
1.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Egypt's import pattern from Oman reveals significant dependencyin iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Egypt demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried to Oman, 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 $1.03B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Egypt-Oman Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.03 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Egypt maintains a deficit of $1.03 billion
  • Export Focus: Egypt's primary exports include fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried, 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, sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar articles, of any material
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Oman include iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), 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, vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks

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 $1.03B 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 Egypt leveraging its comparative advantages in fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried.

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

Egypt's specialization in fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or driedcomplements Oman's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.03B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.03B 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 $1.03 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried and iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Egypt's trade deficit of $1.03 billion 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 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 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), 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 fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried 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 Egypt and Oman represents a total trade volume of $1.03 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Egypt, with imports exceeding exportsby $1.03 billion.

Export Strengths

Egypt's exports to Oman total $0.00, with competitive advantages in fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried, representing $27.56M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Oman amount to $1.03 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), with Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) comprising53.7% of total imports.

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