Guyana-Dominica Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.75M total volume •Guyana deficit: $3.75M

GuyanaDominica

$0

Exports (2023)

DominicaGuyana

$3.75M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$3.75M

Deficit for Guyana

Total Trade

$3.75M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Guyana and Dominica. Green line shows exports from Guyana, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

GuyanaDominica Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407
$1.01M
Infinity% of exports
2Cereals: husked (brown) rice
$580,332
Infinity% of exports
3Wood: non-coniferous, split poles, piles, pickets, stakes, pointed but not sawn lengthwise: sticks for umbrellas, tool handles etc, roughly trimmed but not turned or bent: chipwood etc, hoopwood
$408,386
Infinity% of exports
4Containers: (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
$186,600
Infinity% of exports
5Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$183,202
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Guyana's export portfolio to Dominica demonstrates strategic specialization, with wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

DominicaGuyana Imports

$3.75M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
28.5% concentration
1Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$1.07M
28.5% of imports
2Soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use
$588,964
15.7% of imports
3Paints and varnishes: (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather
$517,600
13.8% of imports
4Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure
$386,591
10.3% of imports
5Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$246,522
6.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Guyana's import pattern from Dominica reveals significant dependencyin cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Guyana demonstrates competitive strength in exportingwood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407 to Dominica, 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 $3.75M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Guyana-Dominica Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.75 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Guyana maintains a deficit of $3.75 million
  • Export Focus: Guyana's primary exports include wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407, cereals: husked (brown) rice, wood: non-coniferous, split poles, piles, pickets, stakes, pointed but not sawn lengthwise: sticks for umbrellas, tool handles etc, roughly trimmed but not turned or bent: chipwood etc, hoopwood
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Dominica include cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, not for toilet use, paints and varnishes: (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather

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 $3.75M 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 Guyana leveraging its comparative advantages in wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407.

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

Guyana's specialization in wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407complements Dominica's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.75M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.75M 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 $3.75 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407 and cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Guyana's trade deficit of $3.75 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 cereals: husked (brown) rice present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, 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 wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407 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 Guyana and Dominica represents a total trade volume of $3.75 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Guyana, with imports exceeding exportsby $3.75 million.

Export Strengths

Guyana's exports to Dominica total $0.00, with competitive advantages in wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407, representing $1.01M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Dominica amount to $3.75 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, with Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured comprising28.5% of total imports.

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