Niger-Chad Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $16.44M total volume •Niger surplus: $16.44M

NigerChad

$16.44M

Exports (2023)

ChadNiger

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$16.44M

Surplus for Niger

Total Trade

$16.44M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Niger and Chad. Green line shows exports from Niger, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

NigerChad Exports

$16.44M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
30.0% 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
$4.93M
30.0% of exports
2Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$1.96M
11.9% of exports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$1.85M
11.2% of exports
4Vehicles: break-down lorries, road-sweepers, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units, and other special purpose vehicles n.e.c. in heading no. 8705
$1.05M
6.4% of exports
5Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$1.04M
6.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Niger's export portfolio to Chad 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.

ChadNiger Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50
$82,803
Infinity% of imports
2Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids
$1,154
Infinity% of imports
3Parts & accessories suited for use solely/principally with machines of headings 8456-8465: work holders
$497
Infinity% of imports
4Tea, green: (not fermented), in immediate packings of a content exceeding 3kg
$331
Infinity% of imports
5Ignition or starting equipment: starter motors and dual purpose starter-generators, of a kind used for spark or compression-ignition internal combustion engines
$184
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Niger's import pattern from Chad reveals significant dependencyin mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Niger 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 Chad, 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 $16.44M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Niger-Chad Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $16.44 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Niger maintains a surplus of $16.44 million
  • Export Focus: Niger'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, vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Chad include mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids, parts & accessories suited for use solely/principally with machines of headings 8456-8465: work holders

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 $16.44M 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 Niger 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

Niger'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 Chad's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $16.44M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $16.44M 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 $16.44 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 mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Niger's trade surplus of $16.44 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 vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, 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 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 Niger and Chad represents a total trade volume of $16.44 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Niger, with exports exceeding importsby $16.44 million.

Export Strengths

Niger's exports to Chad total $16.44 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 $4.93M or30.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Chad amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, with Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50 comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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