India-Portugal Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.22B total volume •India surplus: $1.22B

IndiaPortugal

$1.22B

Exports (2023)

PortugalIndia

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.22B

Surplus for India

Total Trade

$1.22B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between India and Portugal. Green line shows exports from India, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

IndiaPortugal Exports

$1.22B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
17.8% top product
1Petroleum 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
$217.36M
17.8% of exports
2Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics
$56.85M
4.6% of exports
3Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale
$45.61M
3.7% of exports
4Footwear: parts, uppers and parts thereof, other than stiffeners
$43.11M
3.5% of exports
5Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 714.29 but not less than 232.56 decitex (exceeding 14 but not exceeding 43 metric number), not for retail sale
$41.21M
3.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

India's export portfolio to Portugal demonstrates strategic specialization, with petroleum 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 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

PortugalIndia Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof
$14.30M
Infinity% of imports
2Wood pulp: chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades
$13.84M
Infinity% of imports
3Paper or paperboard: waste and scrap, of paper or paperboard n.e.c. in heading no. 4707 and of unsorted waste and scrap
$13.65M
Infinity% of imports
4Paper or paperboard: waste and scrap, of unbleached kraft paper or paperboard or corrugated paper or paperboard
$11.77M
Infinity% of imports
5Marble and travertine: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more
$8.36M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

India's import pattern from Portugal reveals significant dependencyin antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

India demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum 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 to Portugal, 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 $1.22B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: India-Portugal Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.22 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: India maintains a surplus of $1.22 billion
  • Export Focus: India's primary exports include petroleum 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, iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics, cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Portugal include antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof, wood pulp: chemical wood pulp, dissolving grades, paper or paperboard: waste and scrap, of paper or paperboard n.e.c. in heading no. 4707 and of unsorted waste and scrap

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 $1.22B 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 India leveraging its comparative advantages in petroleum 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.

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

India's specialization in petroleum 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 oilscomplements Portugal's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.22B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.22B 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 $1.22 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in petroleum 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 and antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

India's trade surplus of $1.22 billion 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 iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof, 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 petroleum 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 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 India and Portugal represents a total trade volume of $1.22 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for India, with exports exceeding importsby $1.22 billion.

Export Strengths

India's exports to Portugal total $1.22 billion, with competitive advantages in petroleum 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, representing $217.36M or17.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Portugal amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof, with Antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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