Jamaica-Iceland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $115.72M total volume •Jamaica surplus: $115.72M

JamaicaIceland

$115.72M

Exports (2023)

IcelandJamaica

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$115.72M

Surplus for Jamaica

Total Trade

$115.72M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Jamaica and Iceland. Green line shows exports from Jamaica, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

JamaicaIceland Exports

$115.72M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
100.0% top product
1Aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum
$115.70M
100.0% of exports
2Liqueurs and cordials
$16,637
0.0% of exports
3Rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products
$496
0.0% of exports
4Units of automatic data processing machines: storage units
$331
0.0% of exports
5Spices: fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground
$314
0.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Jamaica's export portfolio to Iceland demonstrates strategic specialization, with aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IcelandJamaica Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
$5,669
Infinity% of imports
2Weighing machines: weights of all kinds, parts of weighing machinery
$2,306
Infinity% of imports
3Footwear: n.e.c. in chapter 64
$498
Infinity% of imports
4Aluminium: table, kitchen or other household articles and parts thereof: pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like
$101
Infinity% of imports
5Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$14
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Jamaica's import pattern from Iceland reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Jamaica demonstrates competitive strength in exportingaluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum to Iceland, 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 $115.72M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Jamaica-Iceland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $115.72 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Jamaica maintains a surplus of $115.72 million
  • Export Focus: Jamaica's primary exports include aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum, liqueurs and cordials, rum and other spirits obtained by distilling fermented sugar-cane products
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Iceland include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, weighing machines: weights of all kinds, parts of weighing machinery, footwear: n.e.c. in chapter 64

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 $115.72M 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 Jamaica leveraging its comparative advantages in aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum.

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

Jamaica's specialization in aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundumcomplements Iceland's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $115.72M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $115.72M 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 $115.72 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum and vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Jamaica's trade surplus of $115.72 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 liqueurs and cordials present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, 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 aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum 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 Jamaica and Iceland represents a total trade volume of $115.72 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Jamaica, with exports exceeding importsby $115.72 million.

Export Strengths

Jamaica's exports to Iceland total $115.72 million, with competitive advantages in aluminium oxide: other than artificial corundum, representing $115.70M or100.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Iceland amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, with Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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