Jordan-USA Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $4.64B total volume •Jordan surplus: $1.58B

JordanUSA

$3.11B

Exports (2023)

USAJordan

$1.53B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.58B

Surplus for Jordan

Total Trade

$4.64B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

JordanUSA Exports

$3.11B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
14.4% top product
1Jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
$447.91M
14.4% of exports
2Jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
$347.13M
11.2% of exports
3Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
$343.83M
11.1% of exports
4Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
$184.53M
5.9% of exports
5Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
$140.28M
4.5% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Jordan's export portfolio to USA demonstrates strategic specialization, with jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

USAJordan Imports

$1.53B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
11.2% concentration
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$170.30M
11.2% of imports
2Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$133.89M
8.8% of imports
3Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion
$111.41M
7.3% of imports
4Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
$73.43M
4.8% of imports
5Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$51.57M
3.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Jordan's import pattern from USA reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, 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 exportingjewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof to USA, 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 $4.64B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Jordan-USA Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $4.64 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Jordan maintains a surplus of $1.58 billion
  • Export Focus: Jordan's primary exports include jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof, jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof, jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from USA include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711, vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion

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 $4.64B 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 jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof.

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

Jordan's specialization in jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereofcomplements USA'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 over 1500 but not over 3000cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $4.64B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $4.64B 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 $4.64 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof and vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Jordan's trade surplus of $1.58 billion 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 jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, 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 jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof 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 USA represents a total trade volume of $4.64 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Jordan, with exports exceeding importsby $1.58 billion.

Export Strengths

Jordan's exports to USA total $3.11 billion, with competitive advantages in jewellery: of base metal clad with precious metal, and parts thereof, representing $447.91M or14.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from USA amount to $1.53 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, with Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc comprising11.2% of total imports.

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