Indonesia
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Germany

Indonesia-Germany Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $8.05B total volume •Indonesia deficit: $244.36M

Indonesia → Germany

$3.90B

Exports (2023)

Germany → Indonesia

$4.15B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$244.36M

Deficit for Indonesia

Total Trade

$8.05B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Indonesia and Germany. 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-Germany commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

Indonesia → Germany Exports

$3.90B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
13.4% top product
1Copper ores and concentrates
$521.41M
13.4% of exports
2Sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials
$175.17M
4.5% of exports
3Printing, copying, and facsimile machines: machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network
$168.63M
4.3% of exports
4Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather
$115.09M
2.9% of exports
5Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$96.30M
2.5% of exports
6Electronic integrated circuits: n.e.c. in heading no. 8542
$75.20M
1.9% of exports
7Ink: writing, drawing and other inks, n.e.c. in heading no. 3215, whether or not concentrated or solid
$73.10M
1.9% of exports
8Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, (other than just covering the ankle), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics
$67.99M
1.7% of exports
9Musical instruments: keyboard, (other than accordions), the sound of which is produced or must be amplified electrically
$67.13M
1.7% of exports
10Vegetable oils: palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$58.62M
1.5% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Indonesia's export portfolio to Germany demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with copper ores and concentrates representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Germany → Indonesia Imports

$4.15B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
7.6% concentration
1Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm
$316.10M
7.6% of imports
2Vessels: warships
$198.54M
4.8% of imports
3Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$108.65M
2.6% of imports
4Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (other than of stainless steel or seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73
$106.55M
2.6% of imports
5Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion
$76.23M
1.8% of imports
6Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$74.02M
1.8% of imports
7Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$61.51M
1.5% of imports
8Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018
$55.02M
1.3% of imports
9Electronic integrated circuits: n.e.c. in heading no. 8542
$50.53M
1.2% of imports
10Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included
$48.72M
1.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Indonesia's import pattern from Germany reveals strategic sourcingin iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, 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 exportingcopper ores and concentrates to Germany, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $8.05B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Indonesia-Germany Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $8.05 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Indonesia maintains a deficit of $244.36 million
  • Export Focus: Indonesia's primary exports include copper ores and concentrates, sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials, printing, copying, and facsimile machines: machines which perform two or more of the functions of printing, copying or facsimile transmission, capable of connecting to an automatic data processing machine or to a network
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Germany include iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, vessels: warships, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $8.05B 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 copper ores and concentrates.

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

Indonesia's specialization in copper ores and concentratescomplements Germany's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $8.05B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $8.05B 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 $8.05 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in copper ores and concentrates and iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

Indonesia's trade deficit of $244.36 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, 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 copper ores and concentrates 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 Germany represents a total trade volume of $8.05 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Indonesia, with imports exceeding exportsby $244.36 million.

Export Strengths

Indonesia's exports to Germany total $3.90 billion, with competitive advantages in copper ores and concentrates, representing $521.41M or13.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Germany amount to $4.15 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, with Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm comprising7.6% of total imports.

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