Luxembourg-China Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.10B total volume •Luxembourg deficit: $565.31M

LuxembourgChina

$265.77M

Exports (2023)

ChinaLuxembourg

$831.08M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$565.31M

Deficit for Luxembourg

Total Trade

$1.10B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Luxembourg and China. Green line shows exports from Luxembourg, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

LuxembourgChina Exports

$265.77M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
15.0% top product
1Copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper
$39.92M
15.0% of exports
2Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2)
$35.03M
13.2% of exports
3Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves
$17.71M
6.7% of exports
4Polyesters: n.e.c. in heading no. 3907, saturated, in primary forms
$15.75M
5.9% of exports
5Valves: for oleohydraulic or pneumatic transmissions
$11.14M
4.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Luxembourg's export portfolio to China demonstrates strategic specialization, with copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ChinaLuxembourg Imports

$831.08M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
9.0% concentration
1Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion
$75.19M
9.0% of imports
2Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
$63.18M
7.6% 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
$54.77M
6.6% of imports
4Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)
$43.37M
5.2% of imports
5Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display
$37.16M
4.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Luxembourg's import pattern from China reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Luxembourg demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcopper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper to China, 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 $1.10B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Luxembourg-China Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.10 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Luxembourg maintains a deficit of $565.31 million
  • Export Focus: Luxembourg's primary exports include copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2), taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from China include vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks, 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 $1.10B 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 Luxembourg leveraging its comparative advantages in copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper.

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

Luxembourg's specialization in copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined coppercomplements China'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 electric motor for propulsion.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.10B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.10B 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 $1.10 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper and vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Luxembourg's trade deficit of $565.31 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 nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, 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 copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper 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 Luxembourg and China represents a total trade volume of $1.10 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Luxembourg, with imports exceeding exportsby $565.31 million.

Export Strengths

Luxembourg's exports to China total $265.77 million, with competitive advantages in copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, representing $39.92M or15.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from China amount to $831.08 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion, with Vehicles: with only electric motor for propulsion comprising9.0% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Luxembourg's strategic sourcing from China. 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