Spain-Syria Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $80.12M total volume •Spain deficit: $9.77M

SpainSyria

$35.18M

Exports (2023)

SyriaSpain

$44.95M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$9.77M

Deficit for Spain

Total Trade

$80.12M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Spain and Syria. 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-Syria commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

SpainSyria Exports

$35.18M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
13.1% top product
1Glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes
$4.61M
13.1% of exports
2Odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries
$3.24M
9.2% of exports
3Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805
$2.51M
7.1% of exports
4Sodium sulphates: disodium sulphate
$2.36M
6.7% of exports
5Propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms
$1.90M
5.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Spain's export portfolio to Syria demonstrates strategic specialization, with glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SyriaSpain Imports

$44.95M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
67.0% concentration
1Vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$30.10M
67.0% of imports
2Vegetables and mixed vegetables: n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption
$7.93M
17.6% of imports
3Spices: cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground
$1.55M
3.5% of imports
4Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: ground
$1.33M
3.0% of imports
5Textile fabrics: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902)
$1.14M
2.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Spain's import pattern from Syria reveals strategic sourcingin vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, 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 exportingglass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes to Syria, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $80.12M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Spain-Syria Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $80.12 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Spain maintains a deficit of $9.77 million
  • Export Focus: Spain's primary exports include glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes, odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries, paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Syria include vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, vegetables and mixed vegetables: n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption, spices: cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $80.12M 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 glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes.

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

Spain's specialization in glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakescomplements Syria's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $80.12M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $80.12M 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 $80.12 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes and vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Spain's trade deficit of $9.77 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, 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 glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes 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 Syria represents a total trade volume of $80.12 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Spain, with imports exceeding exportsby $9.77 million.

Export Strengths

Spain's exports to Syria total $35.18 million, with competitive advantages in glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes, representing $4.61M or13.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Syria amount to $44.95 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, with Vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified comprising67.0% of total imports.

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