Eritrea-Ireland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $500,761 total volume •Eritrea surplus: $500,761

EritreaIreland

$500,761

Exports (2023)

IrelandEritrea

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$500,761

Surplus for Eritrea

Total Trade

$500,761

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Eritrea and Ireland. Green line shows exports from Eritrea, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

EritreaIreland Exports

$500,761
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
87.5% top product
1Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths
$438,234
87.5% of exports
2Mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25
$27,387
5.5% of exports
3Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less
$6,906
1.4% of exports
4Fruit, edible: figs, fresh or dried
$3,195
0.6% of exports
5Optical media: recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37
$3,008
0.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Eritrea's export portfolio to Ireland demonstrates strategic specialization, with bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IrelandEritrea Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
$39,851
Infinity% of imports
2Animal products: bovine semen
$19,187
Infinity% of imports
3Iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326
$15,438
Infinity% of imports
4Machines, for sorting, screening, separating, washing, crushing etc mineral substances, for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid fuels, ceramic pastes etc, for forming foundry moulds of sand: parts
$15,169
Infinity% of imports
5Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber
$3,930
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Eritrea's import pattern from Ireland reveals significant dependencyin reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Eritrea demonstrates competitive strength in exportingbricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths to Ireland, 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 $500,761 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Eritrea-Ireland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $500.76 thousandrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Eritrea maintains a surplus of $500.76 thousand
  • Export Focus: Eritrea's primary exports include bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths, mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25, chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ireland include reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, animal products: bovine semen, iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326

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 $500,761 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 Eritrea leveraging its comparative advantages in bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths.

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

Eritrea's specialization in bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earthscomplements Ireland's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $500,761 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $500,761 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 $500.76 thousand bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths and reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Eritrea's trade surplus of $500.76 thousand 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 mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, 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 bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths 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 Eritrea and Ireland represents a total trade volume of $500.76 thousand in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Eritrea, with exports exceeding importsby $500.76 thousand.

Export Strengths

Eritrea's exports to Ireland total $500.76 thousand, with competitive advantages in bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths, representing $438,234 or87.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ireland amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, with Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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