Iceland-Ireland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $0 total volume •Iceland surplus: $0

IcelandIreland

$0

Exports (2023)

IrelandIceland

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$0

Surplus for Iceland

Total Trade

$0

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Iceland and Ireland. Green line shows exports from Iceland, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

IcelandIreland Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated
$10.53M
Infinity% of exports
2Seaweeds and other algae: not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground
$10.50M
Infinity% of exports
3Fish fillets: fresh or chilled, of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae
$1.97M
Infinity% of exports
4Fish fillets: frozen, cod (Gadus morhua, Gadus ogac, Gadus macrocephalus)
$1.61M
Infinity% of exports
5Machinery: parts of those machines used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink
$1.21M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Iceland's export portfolio to Ireland demonstrates strategic specialization, with stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IrelandIceland Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$22.40M
Infinity% of imports
2Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$4.61M
Infinity% of imports
3Odoriferous substances and mixtures: of a kind used in the food or drink industries
$3.93M
Infinity% of imports
4Petroleum 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
$3.79M
Infinity% of imports
5Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products: immunological products, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale
$2.85M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Iceland's import pattern from Ireland reveals strategic sourcingin aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Iceland demonstrates competitive strength in exportingstones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated to Ireland, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsperfectcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $0 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Iceland-Ireland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $0.00representing a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Iceland maintains a surplus of $0.00
  • Export Focus: Iceland's primary exports include stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated, seaweeds and other algae: not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground, fish fillets: fresh or chilled, of the families bregmacerotidae, euclichthyidae, gadidae, macrouridae, melanonidae, merlucciidae, moridae, and muraenolepididae
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ireland include aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, odoriferous substances and mixtures: of a kind used in the food or drink industries

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 $0 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 Iceland leveraging its comparative advantages in stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated.

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

Iceland's specialization in stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treatedcomplements Ireland's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $0 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityBalanced
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $0 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 $0.00 bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated and aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Iceland's trade surplus of $0.00 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 seaweeds and other algae: not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, 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 stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated 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 Iceland and Ireland represents a total trade volume of $0.00 in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Iceland, with exports exceeding importsby $0.00.

Export Strengths

Iceland's exports to Ireland total $0.00, with competitive advantages in stones: of heading no. 2515 or 2516 (excluding marble), in granules, chippings and powder, whether or not heat-treated, representing $10.53M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ireland amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, with Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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