Singapore-Comoros Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $2.27M total volume •Singapore deficit: $2.27M

SingaporeComoros

$0

Exports (2023)

ComorosSingapore

$2.27M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$2.27M

Deficit for Singapore

Total Trade

$2.27M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Singapore and Comoros. Green line shows exports from Singapore, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SingaporeComoros Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$495,770
Infinity% of exports
2Edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this chapter, other than edible fats or oils of heading no. 1516
$291,149
Infinity% of exports
3Petroleum 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
$237,873
Infinity% of exports
4Vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$27,474
Infinity% of exports
5Electrical machines and apparatus: parts of the electrical goods of heading no. 8543
$2,492
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Singapore's export portfolio to Comoros demonstrates strategic specialization, with vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ComorosSingapore Imports

$2.27M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
94.6% concentration
1Spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground
$2.15M
94.6% of imports
2Oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
$117,676
5.2% of imports
3Heterocyclic compounds: with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, no lactones or unfused furan rings (hydrogenated or not) in the structure, other than isosafrole, 1-(1,3-benzodiaxol-5-yl) propan-2-one, piperonal, safrole, tetrahydrocannabinols (all isomers)
$2,922
0.1% of imports
4Odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries
$392
0.0% of imports
5Electrical apparatus: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 or 8537
$331
0.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Singapore's import pattern from Comoros reveals significant dependencyin spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Singapore demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified to Comoros, 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 $2.27M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Singapore-Comoros Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $2.27 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Singapore maintains a deficit of $2.27 million
  • Export Focus: Singapore's primary exports include vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this chapter, other than edible fats or oils of heading no. 1516, 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
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Comoros include spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes, heterocyclic compounds: with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, no lactones or unfused furan rings (hydrogenated or not) in the structure, other than isosafrole, 1-(1,3-benzodiaxol-5-yl) propan-2-one, piperonal, safrole, tetrahydrocannabinols (all isomers)

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 $2.27M 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 Singapore leveraging its comparative advantages in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

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

Singapore's specialization in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modifiedcomplements Comoros's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $2.27M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $2.27M 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 $2.27 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified and spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Singapore's trade deficit of $2.27 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 edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this chapter, other than edible fats or oils of heading no. 1516 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, 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 vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified 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 Singapore and Comoros represents a total trade volume of $2.27 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Singapore, with imports exceeding exportsby $2.27 million.

Export Strengths

Singapore's exports to Comoros total $0.00, with competitive advantages in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, representing $495,770 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Comoros amount to $2.27 million, highlighting economic interdependence in spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground, with Spices: cloves (whole fruit, cloves and stems), neither crushed nor ground comprising94.6% of total imports.

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