Panama-Brazil Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $954.63M total volume •Panama deficit: $954.63M

PanamaBrazil

$0

Exports (2023)

BrazilPanama

$954.63M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$954.63M

Deficit for Panama

Total Trade

$954.63M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Panama and Brazil. Green line shows exports from Panama, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

PanamaBrazil Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Aluminium: waste and scrap
$7.63M
Infinity% of exports
2Copper: waste and scrap
$1.24M
Infinity% of exports
3Engines: parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition)
$532,878
Infinity% of exports
4Carpets and other textile floor coverings: woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, not made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20
$365,985
Infinity% of exports
5Navigational instruments and appliances: parts and accessories
$301,714
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Panama's export portfolio to Brazil demonstrates strategic specialization, with aluminium: waste and scrap representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BrazilPanama Imports

$954.63M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
38.1% concentration
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
$363.89M
38.1% of imports
2Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$179.55M
18.8% of imports
3Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$47.33M
5.0% of imports
4Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$21.15M
2.2% of imports
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
$19.84M
2.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Panama's import pattern from Brazil reveals significant dependencyin 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, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Panama demonstrates competitive strength in exportingaluminium: waste and scrap to Brazil, 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 $954.63M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Panama-Brazil Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $954.63 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Panama maintains a deficit of $954.63 million
  • Export Focus: Panama's primary exports include aluminium: waste and scrap, copper: waste and scrap, engines: parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Brazil 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, oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, cereals: maize (corn), other than seed

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 $954.63M 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 Panama leveraging its comparative advantages in aluminium: waste and scrap.

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

Panama's specialization in aluminium: waste and scrapcomplements Brazil's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly 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.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $954.63M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $954.63M 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 $954.63 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in aluminium: waste and scrap and 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 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Panama's trade deficit of $954.63 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 copper: waste and scrap present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on 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, 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 aluminium: waste and scrap 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 Panama and Brazil represents a total trade volume of $954.63 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Panama, with imports exceeding exportsby $954.63 million.

Export Strengths

Panama's exports to Brazil total $0.00, with competitive advantages in aluminium: waste and scrap, representing $7.63M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Brazil amount to $954.63 million, highlighting economic interdependence 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, 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 comprising38.1% of total imports.

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