Eritrea-Spain Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $4.71M total volume •Eritrea deficit: $2.92M

EritreaSpain

$895,685

Exports (2023)

SpainEritrea

$3.81M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$2.92M

Deficit for Eritrea

Total Trade

$4.71M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Eritrea and Spain. 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-Spain commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

EritreaSpain Exports

$895,685
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
31.9% top product
1Dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted)
$285,985
31.9% of exports
2Propylene, other olefin polymers: propylene copolymers in primary forms
$265,448
29.6% of exports
3Shirts: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted)
$159,349
17.8% of exports
4Steel, stainless: wire
$152,702
17.0% of exports
5Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$19,359
2.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Eritrea's export portfolio to Spain demonstrates strategic specialization, with dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SpainEritrea Imports

$3.81M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
63.4% concentration
1Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution
$2.42M
63.4% of imports
2Fuses and detonators: safety or detonating fuses, percussion or detonating caps, igniters, electric detonators
$492,741
12.9% of imports
3Explosives, prepared: other than propellent powders
$271,264
7.1% of imports
4Elevators and conveyors: continuous-action, for goods or materials, belt type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31
$110,289
2.9% of imports
5Vehicles: break-down lorries, road-sweepers, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units, and other special purpose vehicles n.e.c. in heading no. 8705
$95,152
2.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Eritrea's import pattern from Spain reveals significant dependencyin fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution, 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 exportingdresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) to Spain, 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 $4.71M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Eritrea-Spain Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $4.71 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Eritrea maintains a deficit of $2.92 million
  • Export Focus: Eritrea's primary exports include dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted), propylene, other olefin polymers: propylene copolymers in primary forms, shirts: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Spain include fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution, fuses and detonators: safety or detonating fuses, percussion or detonating caps, igniters, electric detonators, explosives, prepared: other than propellent powders

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 $4.71M 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 dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted).

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 dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted)complements Spain's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $4.71M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $4.71M 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 $4.71 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) and fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Eritrea's trade deficit of $2.92 million 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 propylene, other olefin polymers: propylene copolymers in primary forms present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution, 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 dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) 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 Spain represents a total trade volume of $4.71 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Eritrea, with imports exceeding exportsby $2.92 million.

Export Strengths

Eritrea's exports to Spain total $895.68 thousand, with competitive advantages in dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted), representing $285,985 or31.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Spain amount to $3.81 million, highlighting economic interdependence in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution, with Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution comprising63.4% of total imports.

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