Kenya-Comoros Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.87M total volume •Kenya surplus: $1.87M

KenyaComoros

$1.87M

Exports (2023)

ComorosKenya

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.87M

Surplus for Kenya

Total Trade

$1.87M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Kenya and Comoros. Green line shows exports from Kenya, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

KenyaComoros Exports

$1.87M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
21.8% top product
1Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50
$408,737
21.8% of exports
2Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$253,808
13.6% of exports
3Sugar confectionery: (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa
$199,758
10.7% of exports
4Margarine: excluding liquid margarine
$142,666
7.6% of exports
5Graders and levellers
$137,958
7.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Kenya's export portfolio to Comoros demonstrates strategic specialization, with mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ComorosKenya Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$3,192
Infinity% of imports
2Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$1,254
Infinity% of imports
3Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$72
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Kenya's import pattern from Comoros reveals significant dependencyin aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Kenya demonstrates competitive strength in exportingmechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50 to Comoros, 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 $1.87M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Kenya-Comoros Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.87 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Kenya maintains a surplus of $1.87 million
  • Export Focus: Kenya's primary exports include mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, sugar confectionery: (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Comoros include aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils

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 $1.87M 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 Kenya leveraging its comparative advantages in mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.

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

Kenya's specialization in mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50complements Comoros's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.87M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.87M 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 $1.87 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50 and aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Kenya's trade surplus of $1.87 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 vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, 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 mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50 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 Kenya and Comoros represents a total trade volume of $1.87 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Kenya, with exports exceeding importsby $1.87 million.

Export Strengths

Kenya's exports to Comoros total $1.87 million, with competitive advantages in mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, representing $408,737 or21.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Comoros amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, with Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803 comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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