Peru-Japan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.29B total volume •Peru surplus: $1.18B

PeruJapan

$2.23B

Exports (2023)

JapanPeru

$1.06B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.18B

Surplus for Peru

Total Trade

$3.29B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

PeruJapan Exports

$2.23B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
55.7% top product
1Copper ores and concentrates
$1.24B
55.7% 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
$280.73M
12.6% of exports
3Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
$178.86M
8.0% of exports
4Zinc ores and concentrates
$127.01M
5.7% of exports
5Tin: unwrought, not alloyed
$63.36M
2.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Peru's export portfolio to Japan demonstrates strategic specialization, with copper ores and concentrates representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

JapanPeru Imports

$1.06B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
12.1% concentration
1Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$127.85M
12.1% of imports
2Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines
$119.16M
11.3% of imports
3Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$111.91M
10.6% of imports
4Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure
$39.99M
3.8% of imports
5Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm
$37.77M
3.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Peru's import pattern from Japan reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, 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 ores and concentrates to Japan, 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 $3.29B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Peru-Japan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.29 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Peru maintains a surplus of $1.18 billion
  • Export Focus: Peru's primary exports include copper ores and concentrates, 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, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Japan include vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc

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 $3.29B 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 ores and concentrates.

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

Peru's specialization in copper ores and concentratescomplements Japan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.29B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.29B 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 $3.29 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in copper ores and concentrates and vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Peru's trade surplus of $1.18 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 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 vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, 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 ores and concentrates 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 Japan represents a total trade volume of $3.29 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Peru, with exports exceeding importsby $1.18 billion.

Export Strengths

Peru's exports to Japan total $2.23 billion, with competitive advantages in copper ores and concentrates, representing $1.24B or55.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Japan amount to $1.06 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1, with Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1 comprising12.1% 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