Senegal-Switzerland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $627.89M total volume •Senegal surplus: $627.89M

SenegalSwitzerland

$627.89M

Exports (2023)

SwitzerlandSenegal

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$627.89M

Surplus for Senegal

Total Trade

$627.89M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Senegal and Switzerland. Green line shows exports from Senegal, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SenegalSwitzerland Exports

$627.89M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
95.0% top product
1Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$596.63M
95.0% of exports
2Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: ground
$11.91M
1.9% of exports
3Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
$6.35M
1.0% of exports
4Vegetable oils: ground-nut oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified
$6.30M
1.0% of exports
5Vegetables, leguminous: beans (vigna spp., phaseolus spp.), shelled or unshelled, fresh or chilled
$1.24M
0.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

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

SwitzerlandSenegal Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes
$11.60M
Infinity% of imports
2Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.3 weighing not more than 200g/m2
$6.23M
Infinity% of imports
3Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
$3.05M
Infinity% of imports
4Pumps and compressors: parts, of air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans, ventilating or recycling hoods incorporating a fan
$3.05M
Infinity% of imports
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
$2.02M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Senegal's import pattern from Switzerland reveals significant dependencyin petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Senegal demonstrates competitive strength in exportingmetals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) to Switzerland, 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 $627.89M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Senegal-Switzerland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $627.89 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Senegal maintains a surplus of $627.89 million
  • Export Focus: Senegal's primary exports include metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: ground, ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Switzerland include petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes, fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.3 weighing not more than 200g/m2, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of subheading note 1 to this chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles

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 $627.89M 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 Senegal 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

1

Comparative Advantage

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

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $627.89M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $627.89M 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 $627.89 million 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 petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Senegal's trade surplus of $627.89 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 natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: ground present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes, 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 Senegal and Switzerland represents a total trade volume of $627.89 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Senegal, with exports exceeding importsby $627.89 million.

Export Strengths

Senegal's exports to Switzerland total $627.89 million, with competitive advantages in metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), representing $596.63M or95.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Switzerland amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes, with Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, butanes comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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