Honduras-Brazil Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $234.89M total volume •Honduras deficit: $234.89M

HondurasBrazil

$0

Exports (2023)

BrazilHonduras

$234.89M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$234.89M

Deficit for Honduras

Total Trade

$234.89M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Honduras and Brazil. Green line shows exports from Honduras, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

HondurasBrazil Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Aluminium: waste and scrap
$7.08M
Infinity% of exports
2Copper: waste and scrap
$3.56M
Infinity% of exports
3Insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships
$2.92M
Infinity% of exports
4Dyes: reactive dyes and preparations based thereon
$2.49M
Infinity% of exports
5Rags: used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials: sorted
$2.19M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Honduras's export portfolio to Brazil demonstrates strategic specialization, with aluminium: waste and scrap representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BrazilHonduras Imports

$234.89M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
7.7% concentration
1Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$18.08M
7.7% of imports
2Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50
$14.73M
6.3% of imports
3Juice: orange, not frozen, of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$8.73M
3.7% of imports
4Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight over 0.5% but not over 10%
$7.33M
3.1% of imports
5Seeds of forage plants: other than lucerne, clover, fescue, Kentucky blue grass, and rye grass seeds, of a kind used for sowing
$6.88M
2.9% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Honduras's import pattern from Brazil reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Honduras demonstrates competitive strength in exportingaluminium: waste and scrap to Brazil, 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 $234.89M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Honduras-Brazil Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $234.89 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Honduras maintains a deficit of $234.89 million
  • Export Focus: Honduras's primary exports include aluminium: waste and scrap, copper: waste and scrap, insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Brazil include vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, juice: orange, not frozen, of a brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

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 $234.89M 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 Honduras leveraging its comparative advantages in aluminium: waste and scrap.

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

Honduras's specialization in aluminium: waste and scrapcomplements Brazil's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $234.89M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $234.89M 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 $234.89 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in aluminium: waste and scrap and vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Honduras's trade deficit of $234.89 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 copper: waste and scrap present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, 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 aluminium: waste and scrap 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 Honduras and Brazil represents a total trade volume of $234.89 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Honduras, with imports exceeding exportsby $234.89 million.

Export Strengths

Honduras's exports to Brazil total $0.00, with competitive advantages in aluminium: waste and scrap, representing $7.08M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Brazil amount to $234.89 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, with Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 comprising7.7% of total imports.

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