Haiti
↔
Costa Rica

Haiti-Costa Rica Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $19.07M total volume •Haiti deficit: $19.07M

Haiti → Costa Rica

$0

Exports (2023)

Costa Rica → Haiti

$19.07M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$19.07M

Deficit for Haiti

Total Trade

$19.07M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Haiti and Costa Rica. Green line shows exports from Haiti, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Haiti → Costa Rica Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass
$253,225
Infinity% of exports
2Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$93,054
Infinity% of exports
3T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
$30,327
Infinity% of exports
4Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn 67 decitex or more, knitted or crocheted
$22,591
Infinity% of exports
5Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$14,087
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Haiti's export portfolio to Costa Rica demonstrates strategic specialization, with glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Costa Rica → Haiti Imports

$19.07M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
72.1% concentration
1Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$13.75M
72.1% of imports
2Glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods
$1.68M
8.8% of imports
3Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods
$1.03M
5.4% of imports
4Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, fruit or nut puree and fruit or nut pastes: homogenised, cooked preparations, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$1.01M
5.3% of imports
5Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed
$478,549
2.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Haiti's import pattern from Costa Rica reveals significant dependencyin food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Haiti demonstrates competitive strength in exportingglass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass to Costa Rica, 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 $19.07M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Haiti-Costa Rica Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $19.07 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Haiti maintains a deficit of $19.07 million
  • Export Focus: Haiti's primary exports include glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass, vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Costa Rica include food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods, plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods

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 $19.07M 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 Haiti leveraging its comparative advantages in glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass.

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

Haiti's specialization in glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the masscomplements Costa Rica's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $19.07M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $19.07M 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 $19.07 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass and food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Haiti's trade deficit of $19.07 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 vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, 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 glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass 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 Haiti and Costa Rica represents a total trade volume of $19.07 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Haiti, with imports exceeding exportsby $19.07 million.

Export Strengths

Haiti's exports to Costa Rica total $0.00, with competitive advantages in glass: cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass, representing $253,225 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Costa Rica amount to $19.07 million, highlighting economic interdependence in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, with Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 comprising72.1% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Haiti's strategic sourcing from Costa Rica. 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