Jordan-Egypt Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.08B total volume •Jordan deficit: $431.68M

JordanEgypt

$322.20M

Exports (2023)

EgyptJordan

$753.87M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$431.68M

Deficit for Jordan

Total Trade

$1.08B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Jordan and Egypt. Green line shows exports from Jordan, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

JordanEgypt Exports

$322.20M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
28.2% top product
1Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104
$90.97M
28.2% of exports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride
$48.06M
14.9% of exports
3Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
$34.62M
10.7% of exports
4Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$17.05M
5.3% of exports
5Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials
$9.40M
2.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Jordan's export portfolio to Egypt demonstrates strategic specialization, with fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

EgyptJordan Imports

$753.87M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
10.7% concentration
1Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
$80.60M
10.7% of imports
2Vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen
$26.53M
3.5% of imports
3Electrical energy
$25.52M
3.4% of imports
4Clothing: parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading no. 6212 (not knitted or crocheted)
$24.60M
3.3% of imports
5Garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61
$18.69M
2.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Jordan's import pattern from Egypt reveals significant dependencyin petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Jordan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104 to Egypt, 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 $1.08B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Jordan-Egypt Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.08 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Jordan maintains a deficit of $431.68 million
  • Export Focus: Jordan's primary exports include fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Egypt include petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas, vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, electrical energy

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 $1.08B 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 Jordan leveraging its comparative advantages in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104.

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

Jordan's specialization in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104complements Egypt's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.08B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.08B 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 $1.08 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104 and petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Jordan's trade deficit of $431.68 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas, 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 fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104 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 Jordan and Egypt represents a total trade volume of $1.08 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Jordan, with imports exceeding exportsby $431.68 million.

Export Strengths

Jordan's exports to Egypt total $322.20 million, with competitive advantages in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104, representing $90.97M or28.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Egypt amount to $753.87 million, highlighting economic interdependence in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas, with Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas comprising10.7% of total imports.

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