Iceland-Ukraine Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $68.68M total volume •Iceland surplus: $68.68M

IcelandUkraine

$68.68M

Exports (2023)

UkraineIceland

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$68.68M

Surplus for Iceland

Total Trade

$68.68M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Iceland and Ukraine. 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-Ukraine commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

IcelandUkraine Exports

$68.68M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
22.8% top product
1Fish: frozen, mackerel (Scomber scombrus, Scomber australasicus, Scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$15.69M
22.8% of exports
2Fish: frozen, herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$14.56M
21.2% of exports
3Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.5, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$10.53M
15.3% of exports
4Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9
$6.56M
9.5% of exports
5Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$5.77M
8.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Iceland's export portfolio to Ukraine demonstrates strategic specialization, with fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

UkraineIceland Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated
$3.10M
Infinity% of imports
2Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen
$1.79M
Infinity% of imports
3Hats and other headgear: knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed: hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed
$521,498
Infinity% of imports
4Iron: non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms
$514,552
Infinity% of imports
5Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen
$266,186
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Iceland's import pattern from Ukraine reveals significant dependencyin wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated, 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 exportingfish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 to Ukraine, 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 $68.68M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Iceland-Ukraine Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $68.68 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Iceland maintains a surplus of $68.68 million
  • Export Focus: Iceland's primary exports include fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, fish: frozen, herrings (clupea harengus, clupea pallasii), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, fish: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.5, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ukraine include wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated, meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen, hats and other headgear: knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed: hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed

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 $68.68M 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 fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.

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 fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99complements Ukraine's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $68.68M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $68.68M 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 $68.68 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 and wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Iceland's trade surplus of $68.68 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 fish: frozen, herrings (clupea harengus, clupea pallasii), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated, 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 fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 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 Ukraine represents a total trade volume of $68.68 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Iceland, with exports exceeding importsby $68.68 million.

Export Strengths

Iceland's exports to Ukraine total $68.68 million, with competitive advantages in fish: frozen, mackerel (scomber scombrus, scomber australasicus, scomber japonicus), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, representing $15.69M or22.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ukraine amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated, with Wood: charcoal of wood other than bamboo (including shell or nut charcoal), whether or not agglomerated 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