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Jordan-United Kingdom Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $642.03M total volume •Jordan deficit: $299.99M

JordanUnited Kingdom

$171.02M

Exports (2023)

United KingdomJordan

$471.01M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$299.99M

Deficit for Jordan

Total Trade

$642.03M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

JordanUnited Kingdom Exports

$171.02M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
23.5% top product
1Garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61
$40.23M
23.5% of exports
2Waste and scrap of precious metals: waste and scrap of precious metals including metal clad with precious metals, other than that of gold and platinum and excluding ash which contains precious metal or precious metal compounds
$27.78M
16.2% of exports
3T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
$15.13M
8.8% of exports
4Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
$9.66M
5.7% of exports
5Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
$7.43M
4.3% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Jordan's export portfolio to United Kingdom demonstrates strategic specialization, with garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

United KingdomJordan Imports

$471.01M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
27.8% concentration
1Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN
$130.86M
27.8% of imports
2Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$17.46M
3.7% of imports
3Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$14.47M
3.1% of imports
4Unused postage, revenue or similar stamps of current or new issue in the country in which they have, or will have, a recognised face value: stamp-impressed paper: cheque forms: banknotes, stock, share or bond certificates and the like of similar title
$10.61M
2.3% of imports
5Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$10.15M
2.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Jordan's import pattern from United Kingdom reveals significant dependencyin turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, 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 exportinggarments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61 to United Kingdom, 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 $642.03M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Jordan-United Kingdom Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $642.03 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Jordan maintains a deficit of $299.99 million
  • Export Focus: Jordan's primary exports include garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61, waste and scrap of precious metals: waste and scrap of precious metals including metal clad with precious metals, other than that of gold and platinum and excluding ash which contains precious metal or precious metal compounds, t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from United Kingdom include turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803

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 $642.03M 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 Jordan leveraging its comparative advantages in garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.

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 garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61complements United Kingdom's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $642.03M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $642.03M 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 $642.03 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61 and turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Jordan's trade deficit of $299.99 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 waste and scrap of precious metals: waste and scrap of precious metals including metal clad with precious metals, other than that of gold and platinum and excluding ash which contains precious metal or precious metal compounds present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, 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 garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61 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 United Kingdom represents a total trade volume of $642.03 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Jordan, with imports exceeding exportsby $299.99 million.

Export Strengths

Jordan's exports to United Kingdom total $171.02 million, with competitive advantages in garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61, representing $40.23M or23.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from United Kingdom amount to $471.01 million, highlighting economic interdependence in turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, with Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN comprising27.8% of total imports.

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