Haiti-Mexico Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $17.72M total volume •Haiti surplus: $17.72M

HaitiMexico

$17.72M

Exports (2023)

MexicoHaiti

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$17.72M

Surplus for Haiti

Total Trade

$17.72M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Haiti and Mexico. 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-Mexico commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

HaitiMexico Exports

$17.72M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
73.7% top product
1T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$13.05M
73.7% of exports
2T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
$2.85M
16.1% of exports
3Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
$787,195
4.4% of exports
4Oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
$322,033
1.8% of exports
5Shirts: men's or boys', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
$239,453
1.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Haiti's export portfolio to Mexico demonstrates strategic specialization, with t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MexicoHaiti Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale
$607,790
Infinity% of imports
2Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$267,525
Infinity% of imports
3Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves
$117,889
Infinity% of imports
4Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for gas fuel or for both gas and other fuels, of iron or steel
$49,515
Infinity% of imports
5Iron or steel: threaded screws and bolts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1, whether or not with their nuts or washers
$24,439
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Haiti's import pattern from Mexico reveals significant dependencyin food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale, 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 exportingt-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted to Mexico, 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 $17.72M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Haiti-Mexico Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $17.72 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Haiti maintains a surplus of $17.72 million
  • Export Focus: Haiti's primary exports include t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Mexico include food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves

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 $17.72M 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 t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, 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

Haiti's specialization in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crochetedcomplements Mexico'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: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $17.72M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $17.72M 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 $17.72 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted and food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Haiti's trade surplus of $17.72 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 t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale, 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 t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, 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 Haiti and Mexico represents a total trade volume of $17.72 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Haiti, with exports exceeding importsby $17.72 million.

Export Strengths

Haiti's exports to Mexico total $17.72 million, with competitive advantages in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, representing $13.05M or73.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Mexico amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale, with Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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