Iran-Armenia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $691.70M total volume •Iran surplus: $502.77M

IranArmenia

$597.23M

Exports (2023)

ArmeniaIran

$94.47M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$502.77M

Surplus for Iran

Total Trade

$691.70M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Iran and Armenia. Green line shows exports from Iran, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

IranArmenia Exports

$597.23M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
11.9% top product
1Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
$71.12M
11.9% of exports
2Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas
$60.77M
10.2% of exports
3Petroleum 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
$44.08M
7.4% of exports
4Petroleum bitumen: obtained from bituminous minerals
$39.53M
6.6% of exports
5Molybdenum ores and concentrates: roasted
$18.94M
3.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Iran's export portfolio to Armenia demonstrates strategic specialization, with iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ArmeniaIran Imports

$94.47M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
62.1% concentration
1Electrical energy
$58.64M
62.1% of imports
2Copper ores and concentrates
$10.94M
11.6% of imports
3Meat: of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled
$4.06M
4.3% of imports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel: containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, of rectangular (including square) cross-section, width less than twice thickness
$2.86M
3.0% of imports
5Cigarettes: containing tobacco
$2.44M
2.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Iran's import pattern from Armenia reveals significant dependencyin electrical energy, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Iran demonstrates competitive strength in exportingiron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling to Armenia, 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 $691.70M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Iran-Armenia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $691.70 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Iran maintains a surplus of $502.77 million
  • Export Focus: Iran's primary exports include iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas, 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
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Armenia include electrical energy, copper ores and concentrates, meat: of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled

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 $691.70M 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 Iran leveraging its comparative advantages in iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling.

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

Iran's specialization in iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rollingcomplements Armenia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

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

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $691.70M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $691.70M 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 $691.70 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling and electrical energy demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Iran's trade surplus of $502.77 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 petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on electrical energy, 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 iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling 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 Iran and Armenia represents a total trade volume of $691.70 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Iran, with exports exceeding importsby $502.77 million.

Export Strengths

Iran's exports to Armenia total $597.23 million, with competitive advantages in iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling, representing $71.12M or11.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Armenia amount to $94.47 million, highlighting economic interdependence in electrical energy, with Electrical energy comprising62.1% of total imports.

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