Mexico-Argentina Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.55B total volume •Mexico surplus: $1.55B

MexicoArgentina

$1.55B

Exports (2023)

ArgentinaMexico

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.55B

Surplus for Mexico

Total Trade

$1.55B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Mexico and Argentina. Green line shows exports from Mexico, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

MexicoArgentina Exports

$1.55B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
8.3% top product
1Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts
$128.83M
8.3% of exports
2Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$86.28M
5.6% of exports
3Units of automatic data processing machines: processing units other than those of item no. 8471.41 or 8471.49, whether or not containing in the same housing one or two of the following types of unit: storage units, input units or output units
$72.96M
4.7% of exports
4Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$72.09M
4.7% of exports
5Communication 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
$55.54M
3.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Mexico's export portfolio to Argentina demonstrates strategic specialization, with vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ArgentinaMexico Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified
$101.55M
Infinity% of imports
2Vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified
$76.74M
Infinity% of imports
3Wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less
$25.80M
Infinity% of imports
4Engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft)
$20.76M
Infinity% of imports
5Vegetables, leguminous: kidney beans, including white pea beans (phaseolus vulgaris), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$19.65M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Mexico's import pattern from Argentina reveals significant dependencyin vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Mexico demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts to Argentina, 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 $1.55B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Mexico-Argentina Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.55 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Mexico maintains a surplus of $1.55 billion
  • Export Focus: Mexico's primary exports include vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, units of automatic data processing machines: processing units other than those of item no. 8471.41 or 8471.49, whether or not containing in the same housing one or two of the following types of unit: storage units, input units or output units
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Argentina include vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified, vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified, wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less

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 $1.55B 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 Mexico leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts.

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

Mexico's specialization in vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat beltscomplements Argentina's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.55B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.55B 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 $1.55 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts and vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Mexico's trade surplus of $1.55 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 vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified, 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 vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts 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 Mexico and Argentina represents a total trade volume of $1.55 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Mexico, with exports exceeding importsby $1.55 billion.

Export Strengths

Mexico's exports to Argentina total $1.55 billion, with competitive advantages in vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts, representing $128.83M or8.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Argentina amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified, with Vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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