Netherlands-Mali Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $126.38M total volume •Netherlands surplus: $110.59M

NetherlandsMali

$118.49M

Exports (2023)

MaliNetherlands

$7.89M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$110.59M

Surplus for Netherlands

Total Trade

$126.38M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Netherlands and Mali. Green line shows exports from Netherlands, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

NetherlandsMali Exports

$118.49M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
11.3% top product
1Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
$13.38M
11.3% of exports
2Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, for uses n.e.c. in heading no. 1901
$11.90M
10.0% of exports
3Vegetables, alliaceous: onions and shallots, fresh or chilled
$9.33M
7.9% of exports
4Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
$8.89M
7.5% of exports
5Machines, for sorting, screening, separating, washing, crushing etc mineral substances, for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid fuels, ceramic pastes etc, for forming foundry moulds of sand: parts
$6.87M
5.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Netherlands's export portfolio to Mali demonstrates strategic specialization, with boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MaliNetherlands Imports

$7.89M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
52.8% concentration
1Fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried
$4.17M
52.8% of imports
2Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants: prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c. in heading no. 2008
$2.91M
36.9% of imports
3Jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, purees and pastes: of fruit or nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, cooked preparations (excluding homogenised), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$369,763
4.7% of imports
4Pumps and compressors: parts, of air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans, ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan
$183,829
2.3% of imports
5Fruit, edible: fruit and nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 0811, uncooked or cooked, frozen whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
$87,478
1.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Netherlands's import pattern from Mali reveals significant dependencyin fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Netherlands demonstrates competitive strength in exportingboring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 to Mali, 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 $126.38M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Netherlands-Mali Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $126.38 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Netherlands maintains a surplus of $110.59 million
  • Export Focus: Netherlands's primary exports include boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, for uses n.e.c. in heading no. 1901, vegetables, alliaceous: onions and shallots, fresh or chilled
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Mali include fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants: prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c. in heading no. 2008, jams, fruit jellies, marmalades, purees and pastes: of fruit or nuts n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, cooked preparations (excluding homogenised), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

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 $126.38M 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 Netherlands leveraging its comparative advantages in boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41.

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

Netherlands's specialization in boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41complements Mali's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $126.38M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $126.38M 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 $126.38 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 and fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Netherlands's trade surplus of $110.59 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 food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, for uses n.e.c. in heading no. 1901 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried, 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 boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 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 Netherlands and Mali represents a total trade volume of $126.38 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Netherlands, with exports exceeding importsby $110.59 million.

Export Strengths

Netherlands's exports to Mali total $118.49 million, with competitive advantages in boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, representing $13.38M or11.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Mali amount to $7.89 million, highlighting economic interdependence in fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried, with Fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried comprising52.8% of total imports.

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