Latvia-Ukraine Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $665.11M total volume •Latvia surplus: $9.40M

LatviaUkraine

$337.25M

Exports (2023)

UkraineLatvia

$327.86M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$9.40M

Surplus for Latvia

Total Trade

$665.11M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Latvia and Ukraine. Green line shows exports from Latvia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

LatviaUkraine Exports

$337.25M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
8.9% top product
1Petroleum 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
$30.16M
8.9% of exports
2Television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders
$29.98M
8.9% of exports
3Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, propane
$23.81M
7.1% 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
$19.24M
5.7% of exports
5Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$13.02M
3.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Latvia's export portfolio to Ukraine demonstrates strategic specialization, with 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 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

UkraineLatvia Imports

$327.86M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
11.4% concentration
1Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
$37.22M
11.4% of imports
2Oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken
$26.34M
8.0% of imports
3Vegetable oils: low erucic acid rape or colza oil and its fractions, crude
$11.66M
3.6% of imports
4Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$10.78M
3.3% of imports
5Wood: coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm
$7.41M
2.3% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Latvia's import pattern from Ukraine reveals strategic sourcingin reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Latvia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum 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 to Ukraine, 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 $665.11M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Latvia-Ukraine Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $665.11 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Latvia maintains a surplus of $9.40 million
  • Export Focus: Latvia's primary exports include 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, television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, propane
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ukraine include reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken, vegetable oils: low erucic acid rape or colza oil and its fractions, crude

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 $665.11M 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 Latvia leveraging its comparative advantages in 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.

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

Latvia's specialization in 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 oilscomplements Ukraine's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $665.11M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $665.11M 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 $665.11 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in 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 and reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Latvia's trade surplus of $9.40 million strengthens 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 television cameras, digital cameras and video camera recorders present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, 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 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 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 Latvia and Ukraine represents a total trade volume of $665.11 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Latvia, with exports exceeding importsby $9.40 million.

Export Strengths

Latvia's exports to Ukraine total $337.25 million, with competitive advantages in 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, representing $30.16M or8.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ukraine amount to $327.86 million, highlighting economic interdependence in reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material, with Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material comprising11.4% of total imports.

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