Indonesia-Comoros Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $27.86M total volume •Indonesia deficit: $21.95M

IndonesiaComoros

$2.95M

Exports (2023)

ComorosIndonesia

$24.91M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$21.95M

Deficit for Indonesia

Total Trade

$27.86M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Indonesia and Comoros. Green line shows exports from Indonesia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

IndonesiaComoros Exports

$2.95M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
41.1% top product
1Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$1.21M
41.1% of exports
2Fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)
$769,940
26.1% of exports
3Soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, for toilet use (including medicated products)
$659,546
22.3% of exports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$78,017
2.6% of exports
5Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded)
$71,456
2.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Indonesia's export portfolio to Comoros demonstrates strategic specialization, with vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ComorosIndonesia Imports

$24.91M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
100.0% concentration
1Spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground
$24.90M
100.0% of imports
2Oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
$2,742
0.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Indonesia's import pattern from Comoros reveals significant dependencyin spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Indonesia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified to Comoros, 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 $27.86M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Indonesia-Comoros Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $27.86 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Indonesia maintains a deficit of $21.95 million
  • Export Focus: Indonesia's primary exports include vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, for toilet use (including medicated products)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Comoros include spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes

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 $27.86M 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 Indonesia leveraging its comparative advantages in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

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

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Comparative Advantage

Indonesia's specialization in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modifiedcomplements Comoros's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $27.86M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $27.86M 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 $27.86 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified and spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Indonesia's trade deficit of $21.95 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 fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, 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 vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified 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 Indonesia and Comoros represents a total trade volume of $27.86 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Indonesia, with imports exceeding exportsby $21.95 million.

Export Strengths

Indonesia's exports to Comoros total $2.95 million, with competitive advantages in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, representing $1.21M or41.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Comoros amount to $24.91 million, highlighting economic interdependence in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, with Spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground comprising100.0% of total imports.

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