Spain-Cyprus Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.02B total volume •Spain surplus: $799.65M

SpainCyprus

$909.38M

Exports (2023)

CyprusSpain

$109.73M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$799.65M

Surplus for Spain

Total Trade

$1.02B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Spain and Cyprus. Green line shows exports from Spain, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SpainCyprus Exports

$909.38M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
27.2% top product
1Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707
$247.42M
27.2% 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
$232.82M
25.6% of exports
3Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods
$41.22M
4.5% of exports
4Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%
$26.47M
2.9% of exports
5Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
$11.30M
1.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Spain's export portfolio to Cyprus demonstrates strategic specialization, with oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

CyprusSpain Imports

$109.73M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
37.6% concentration
1Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods
$41.22M
37.6% of imports
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
$32.04M
29.2% of imports
3Vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified
$3.64M
3.3% of imports
4Dairy produce: cheese (not grated, powdered or processed), n.e.c. in heading no. 0406
$2.52M
2.3% of imports
5Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$2.46M
2.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Spain's import pattern from Cyprus reveals significant dependencyin vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Spain demonstrates competitive strength in exportingoils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 to Cyprus, 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 $1.02B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Spain-Cyprus Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.02 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Spain maintains a surplus of $799.65 million
  • Export Focus: Spain's primary exports include oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, 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, vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Cyprus include vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods, 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, vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, crude, not chemically modified

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 $1.02B 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 Spain leveraging its comparative advantages in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707.

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

Spain's specialization in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707complements Cyprus's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.02B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.02B 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 $1.02 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 and vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Spain's trade surplus of $799.65 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 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 vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods, 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 oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707 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 Spain and Cyprus represents a total trade volume of $1.02 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Spain, with exports exceeding importsby $799.65 million.

Export Strengths

Spain's exports to Cyprus total $909.38 million, with competitive advantages in oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, representing $247.42M or27.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Cyprus amount to $109.73 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods, with Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods comprising37.6% of total imports.

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