Indonesia-Togo Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $279.64M total volume •Indonesia surplus: $139.61M

IndonesiaTogo

$209.63M

Exports (2023)

TogoIndonesia

$70.02M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$139.61M

Surplus for Indonesia

Total Trade

$279.64M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

IndonesiaTogo Exports

$209.63M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
61.4% top product
1Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$128.63M
61.4% of exports
2Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars
$44.31M
21.1% 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)
$5.72M
2.7% of exports
4Uncoated 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)
$4.78M
2.3% of exports
5Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$2.05M
1.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Indonesia's export portfolio to Togo 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.

TogoIndonesia Imports

$70.02M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
94.9% concentration
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
$66.42M
94.9% of imports
2Cotton: not carded or combed
$1.35M
1.9% of imports
3Cocoa beans: whole or broken, raw or roasted
$1.30M
1.9% of imports
4Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
$499,777
0.7% of imports
5Reptiles: live (including snakes and turtles)
$182,616
0.3% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Indonesia's import pattern from Togo reveals significant dependencyin 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, 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 Togo, 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 $279.64M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Indonesia-Togo Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $279.64 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Indonesia maintains a surplus of $139.61 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, motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars, 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 Togo 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, cotton: not carded or combed, cocoa beans: whole or broken, raw or roasted

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 $279.64M 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

1

Comparative Advantage

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

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly 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.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $279.64M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $279.64M 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 $279.64 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 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 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Indonesia's trade surplus of $139.61 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 motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on 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, 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 Togo represents a total trade volume of $279.64 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Indonesia, with exports exceeding importsby $139.61 million.

Export Strengths

Indonesia's exports to Togo total $209.63 million, with competitive advantages in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, representing $128.63M or61.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Togo amount to $70.02 million, highlighting economic interdependence 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, 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 comprising94.9% of total imports.

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