Lithuania-Ukraine Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.99B total volume •Lithuania surplus: $708.50M

LithuaniaUkraine

$1.35B

Exports (2023)

UkraineLithuania

$639.25M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$708.50M

Surplus for Lithuania

Total Trade

$1.99B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

LithuaniaUkraine Exports

$1.35B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
57.5% 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
$775.62M
57.5% of exports
2Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes
$53.79M
4.0% of exports
3Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of 78ml/g or higher
$27.79M
2.1% of exports
4Dog or cat food: put up for retail sale, used in animal feeding
$19.66M
1.5% of exports
5Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$19.45M
1.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Lithuania'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.

UkraineLithuania Imports

$639.25M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
9.8% concentration
1Undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher
$62.56M
9.8% of imports
2Vegetable oils: low erucic acid rape or colza oil and its fractions, crude
$40.03M
6.3% of imports
3Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$34.04M
5.3% of imports
4Oil-cake and other solid residues: whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of sunflower seed oils
$31.89M
5.0% of imports
5Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$23.15M
3.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Lithuania's import pattern from Ukraine reveals significant dependencyin undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Lithuania 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 showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $1.99B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Lithuania-Ukraine Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.99 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Lithuania maintains a surplus of $708.50 million
  • Export Focus: Lithuania'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, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes, poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of 78ml/g or higher
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ukraine include undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher, vegetable oils: low erucic acid rape or colza oil and its fractions, crude, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

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 $1.99B 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 Lithuania 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

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Comparative Advantage

Lithuania'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 undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.99B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.99B 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 $1.99 billion 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 undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Lithuania's trade surplus of $708.50 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 petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher, 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 Lithuania and Ukraine represents a total trade volume of $1.99 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Lithuania, with exports exceeding importsby $708.50 million.

Export Strengths

Lithuania's exports to Ukraine total $1.35 billion, 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 $775.62M or57.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ukraine amount to $639.25 million, highlighting economic interdependence in undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher, with Undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher comprising9.8% of total imports.

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