Finland-Denmark Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.53B total volume •Finland deficit: $743.14M

FinlandDenmark

$1.39B

Exports (2023)

DenmarkFinland

$2.13B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$743.14M

Deficit for Finland

Total Trade

$3.53B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Finland and Denmark. Green line shows exports from Finland, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

FinlandDenmark Exports

$1.39B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
2.8% top product
1Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
$38.97M
2.8% of exports
2Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707
$30.87M
2.2% of exports
3Electrical static converters
$29.50M
2.1% of exports
4Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$26.45M
1.9% of exports
5Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, (not corrugated), plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically)
$23.16M
1.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Finland's export portfolio to Denmark demonstrates strategic specialization, with fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

DenmarkFinland Imports

$2.13B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
6.5% concentration
1Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$138.29M
6.5% of imports
2Medicaments: containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$112.29M
5.3% of imports
3Electric generating sets: wind-powered, (excluding those with spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines)
$96.55M
4.5% of imports
4Dairy produce: cheese (not grated, powdered or processed), n.e.c. in heading no. 0406
$72.15M
3.4% of imports
5Petroleum 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
$43.94M
2.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Finland's import pattern from Denmark reveals strategic sourcingin medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Finland demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium to Denmark, 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.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $3.53B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Finland-Denmark Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.53 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Finland maintains a deficit of $743.14 million
  • Export Focus: Finland's primary exports include fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, electrical static converters
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Denmark include medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, medicaments: containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, electric generating sets: wind-powered, (excluding those with spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines)

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 $3.53B 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 Finland leveraging its comparative advantages in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

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

Finland's specialization in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassiumcomplements Denmark's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.53B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.53B 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 $3.53 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium and medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Finland's trade deficit of $743.14 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 oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, 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 fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium 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 Finland and Denmark represents a total trade volume of $3.53 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Finland, with imports exceeding exportsby $743.14 million.

Export Strengths

Finland's exports to Denmark total $1.39 billion, with competitive advantages in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, representing $38.97M or2.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Denmark amount to $2.13 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, with Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale comprising6.5% of total imports.

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