Fiji-USA Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $541.71M total volume •Fiji surplus: $222.34M

FijiUSA

$382.02M

Exports (2023)

USAFiji

$159.68M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$222.34M

Surplus for Fiji

Total Trade

$541.71M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Fiji and USA. Green line shows exports from Fiji, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

FijiUSA Exports

$382.02M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
62.2% top product
1Waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow
$237.57M
62.2% of exports
2Fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and Atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)
$52.03M
13.6% of exports
3Waters: mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured)
$16.47M
4.3% of exports
4Spices: turmeric (curcuma)
$12.35M
3.2% of exports
5Plants and parts (including seeds and fruits) n.e.c. in heading no. 1211, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered
$12.09M
3.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Fiji's export portfolio to USA demonstrates strategic specialization, with waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

USAFiji Imports

$159.68M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
46.1% concentration
1Dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines
$73.64M
46.1% of imports
2Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$23.68M
14.8% of imports
3Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$2.85M
1.8% of imports
4Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$2.64M
1.7% of imports
5Oil-cake and other solid residues: whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of soya-bean oil
$2.17M
1.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Fiji's import pattern from USA reveals significant dependencyin dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Fiji demonstrates competitive strength in exportingwaters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow to USA, 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 $541.71M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Fiji-USA Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $541.71 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Fiji maintains a surplus of $222.34 million
  • Export Focus: Fiji's primary exports include waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow, fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), waters: mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from USA include dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines, aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

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 $541.71M 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 Fiji leveraging its comparative advantages in waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow.

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

Fiji's specialization in waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snowcomplements USA's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $541.71M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $541.71M 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 $541.71 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow and dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Fiji's trade surplus of $222.34 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 fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines, 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 waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow 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 Fiji and USA represents a total trade volume of $541.71 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Fiji, with exports exceeding importsby $222.34 million.

Export Strengths

Fiji's exports to USA total $382.02 million, with competitive advantages in waters: other than mineral and aerated, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured), ice and snow, representing $237.57M or62.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from USA amount to $159.68 million, highlighting economic interdependence in dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines, with Dental instruments and appliances: other than dental drill engines comprising46.1% of total imports.

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