Peru-Brazil Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $5.03B total volume •Peru deficit: $1.57B

PeruBrazil

$1.73B

Exports (2023)

BrazilPeru

$3.30B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.57B

Deficit for Peru

Total Trade

$5.03B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

PeruBrazil Exports

$1.73B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
20.9% top product
1Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes
$361.43M
20.9% of exports
2Petroleum 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
$324.33M
18.8% of exports
3Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$212.21M
12.3% of exports
4Zinc ores and concentrates
$161.03M
9.3% of exports
5Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: unground
$134.02M
7.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Peru's export portfolio to Brazil demonstrates strategic specialization, with copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BrazilPeru Imports

$3.30B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
14.7% concentration
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$484.64M
14.7% of imports
2Vehicles: 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
$228.60M
6.9% of imports
3Tractors: road, for semi-trailers
$165.16M
5.0% of imports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$104.68M
3.2% of imports
5Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen
$71.14M
2.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Peru's import pattern from Brazil reveals strategic sourcingin oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Peru demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcopper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes 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 $5.03B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Peru-Brazil Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $5.03 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Peru maintains a deficit of $1.57 billion
  • Export Focus: Peru's primary exports include copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, 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
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Brazil include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, vehicles: 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, tractors: road, for semi-trailers

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 $5.03B 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 Peru leveraging its comparative advantages in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes.

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

Peru's specialization in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodescomplements Brazil's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $5.03B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $5.03B 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 $5.03 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes and oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Peru's trade deficit of $1.57 billion 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 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 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes 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 Peru and Brazil represents a total trade volume of $5.03 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Peru, with imports exceeding exportsby $1.57 billion.

Export Strengths

Peru's exports to Brazil total $1.73 billion, with competitive advantages in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, representing $361.43M or20.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Brazil amount to $3.30 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, with Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude comprising14.7% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Peru'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