Japan-Iceland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $339.03M total volume •Japan deficit: $18.98M

JapanIceland

$160.02M

Exports (2023)

IcelandJapan

$179.00M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$18.98M

Deficit for Japan

Total Trade

$339.03M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

JapanIceland Exports

$160.02M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
26.0% top product
1Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion
$41.60M
26.0% of exports
2Vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
$20.23M
12.6% of exports
3Vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
$18.26M
11.4% of exports
4Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc
$15.21M
9.5% of exports
5Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$9.17M
5.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Japan's export portfolio to Iceland demonstrates strategic specialization, with vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IcelandJapan Imports

$179.00M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
33.4% concentration
1Ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon
$59.86M
33.4% of imports
2Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.5, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$29.43M
16.4% of imports
3Meat and edible meat offal: of whales, dolphins and porpoises (mammals of the order Cetacea): of manatees and dugongs (mammals of the order Sirenia): of seals, sea lions and walruses (mammals of the suborder Pinnipedia), fresh, chilled or frozen
$21.61M
12.1% of imports
4Fish fillets: frozen, of fish n.e.c. in heading 0304.8
$15.66M
8.7% of imports
5Fish: frozen, livers, roes and milt
$10.84M
6.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Japan's import pattern from Iceland reveals strategic sourcingin ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Japan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion to Iceland, 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 $339.03M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Japan-Iceland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $339.03 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Japan maintains a deficit of $18.98 million
  • Export Focus: Japan's primary exports include vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power, vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Iceland include ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon, fish: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.5, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, meat and edible meat offal: of whales, dolphins and porpoises (mammals of the order cetacea): of manatees and dugongs (mammals of the order sirenia): of seals, sea lions and walruses (mammals of the suborder pinnipedia), fresh, chilled or frozen

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 $339.03M 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 Japan leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion.

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

Japan's specialization in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsioncomplements Iceland's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $339.03M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $339.03M 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 $339.03 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion and ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Japan's trade deficit of $18.98 million impacts 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 vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon, 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 vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion 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 Japan and Iceland represents a total trade volume of $339.03 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Japan, with imports exceeding exportsby $18.98 million.

Export Strengths

Japan's exports to Iceland total $160.02 million, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, representing $41.60M or26.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Iceland amount to $179.00 million, highlighting economic interdependence in ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon, with Ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon comprising33.4% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Japan's strategic sourcing from Iceland. 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