Italy-Mauritius Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $229.01M total volume •Italy surplus: $27.97M

ItalyMauritius

$128.49M

Exports (2023)

MauritiusItaly

$100.52M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$27.97M

Surplus for Italy

Total Trade

$229.01M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Italy and Mauritius. Green line shows exports from Italy, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ItalyMauritius Exports

$128.49M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
8.8% top product
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
$11.35M
8.8% of exports
2Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, whole or in pieces, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid
$6.84M
5.3% of exports
3Jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
$5.61M
4.4% of exports
4Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%
$4.63M
3.6% of exports
5Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: n.e.c. in chapter 18
$3.84M
3.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Italy's export portfolio to Mauritius demonstrates strategic specialization, 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 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MauritiusItaly Imports

$100.52M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
33.0% concentration
1Fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and Atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)
$33.14M
33.0% of imports
2Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$30.26M
30.1% of imports
3Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$11.02M
11.0% of imports
4Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$9.31M
9.3% of imports
5Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$8.44M
8.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Italy's import pattern from Mauritius reveals strategic sourcingin fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Italy demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum 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 to Mauritius, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ 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 $229.01M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Italy-Mauritius Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $229.01 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Italy maintains a surplus of $27.97 million
  • Export Focus: Italy's primary exports 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, vegetable preparations: tomatoes, whole or in pieces, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Mauritius include fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
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 $229.01M 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 Italy leveraging its comparative advantages 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.

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

Italy's specialization 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 oilscomplements Mauritius's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $229.01M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $229.01M 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 $229.01 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows 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 and fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Italy's trade surplus of $27.97 million strengthens 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 vegetable preparations: tomatoes, whole or in pieces, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), 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 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 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 Italy and Mauritius represents a total trade volume of $229.01 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Italy, with exports exceeding importsby $27.97 million.

Export Strengths

Italy's exports to Mauritius total $128.49 million, with competitive advantages 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, representing $11.35M or8.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Mauritius amount to $100.52 million, highlighting economic interdependence in fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), with Fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and Atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) comprising33.0% of total imports.

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