Iran-Jordan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $53.68M total volume •Iran surplus: $53.68M

IranJordan

$53.68M

Exports (2023)

JordanIran

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$53.68M

Surplus for Iran

Total Trade

$53.68M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Iran and Jordan. 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-Jordan commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

IranJordan Exports

$53.68M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
62.2% top product
1Iron or non-alloy steel: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203)
$33.40M
62.2% of exports
2Nuts, edible: pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell
$7.75M
14.4% of exports
3Nuts, edible: pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled
$5.01M
9.3% of exports
4Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale
$1.71M
3.2% of exports
5Fruit, edible: grapes, dried
$1.70M
3.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Iran's export portfolio to Jordan demonstrates strategic specialization, with iron or non-alloy steel: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

JordanIran Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105
$2.25M
Infinity% of imports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
$410,701
Infinity% of imports
3Insecticides: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Notes 1 & 2 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
$378,391
Infinity% of imports
4Seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing
$310,488
Infinity% of imports
5Seeds: n.e.c. in heading 1209, of a kind used for sowing
$228,662
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Iran's import pattern from Jordan reveals significant dependencyin fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105, 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: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203) to Jordan, 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 $53.68M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Iran-Jordan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $53.68 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Iran maintains a surplus of $53.68 million
  • Export Focus: Iran's primary exports include iron or non-alloy steel: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203), nuts, edible: pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell, nuts, edible: pistachios, fresh or dried, shelled
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Jordan include fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, insecticides: other than containing goods specified in subheading notes 1 & 2 to this chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles

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 $53.68M 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: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203).

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

Iran's specialization in iron or non-alloy steel: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203)complements Jordan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $53.68M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $53.68M 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 $53.68 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: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203) and fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Iran's trade surplus of $53.68 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 nuts, edible: pistachios, fresh or dried, in shell present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105, 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: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203) 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 Jordan represents a total trade volume of $53.68 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Iran, with exports exceeding importsby $53.68 million.

Export Strengths

Iran's exports to Jordan total $53.68 million, with competitive advantages in iron or non-alloy steel: ingots (excluding iron of heading no. 7203), representing $33.40M or62.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Jordan amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105, with Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105 comprisingInfinity% 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