Peru-India Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.65B total volume •Peru surplus: $1.50B

PeruIndia

$2.57B

Exports (2023)

IndiaPeru

$1.08B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.50B

Surplus for Peru

Total Trade

$3.65B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Peru and India. 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-India commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

PeruIndia Exports

$2.57B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
86.4% top product
1Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$2.22B
86.4% of exports
2Copper ores and concentrates
$229.22M
8.9% of exports
3Metals: silver, semi-manufactured
$34.78M
1.4% of exports
4Metals: silver, unwrought, (but not powder)
$16.02M
0.6% of exports
5Ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204
$15.38M
0.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Peru's export portfolio to India demonstrates strategic specialization, with metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IndiaPeru Imports

$1.08B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
11.2% concentration
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$120.58M
11.2% of imports
2Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$63.30M
5.9% of imports
3Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
$59.89M
5.6% of imports
4Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, less than 232.56 but not less than 192.31 decitex (exceeding 43 but not exceeding 52 metric number), not for retail sale
$51.09M
4.7% of imports
5Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars
$40.63M
3.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Peru's import pattern from India reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc, 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 exportingmetals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) to India, 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 $3.65B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Peru-India Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.65 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Peru maintains a surplus of $1.50 billion
  • Export Focus: Peru's primary exports include metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), copper ores and concentrates, metals: silver, semi-manufactured
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from India include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc

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 $3.65B 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 metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder).

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 metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)complements India's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.65B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.65B 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 $3.65 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) and vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Peru's trade surplus of $1.50 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 copper ores and concentrates present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc, 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 metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) 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 India represents a total trade volume of $3.65 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Peru, with exports exceeding importsby $1.50 billion.

Export Strengths

Peru's exports to India total $2.57 billion, with competitive advantages in metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), representing $2.22B or86.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from India amount to $1.08 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc, with Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc comprising11.2% of total imports.

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