Sudan-Canada Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $53.36M total volume •Sudan deficit: $53.36M

SudanCanada

$0

Exports (2023)

CanadaSudan

$53.36M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$53.36M

Deficit for Sudan

Total Trade

$53.36M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Sudan and Canada. Green line shows exports from Sudan, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SudanCanada Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof
$84,552
Infinity% of exports
2Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm
$40,326
Infinity% of exports
3Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
$13,945
Infinity% of exports
4Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$9,680
Infinity% of exports
5Machine-tools: parts and accessories, for the machines of heading no. 8462 or 8463, n.e.c. in heading no. 8466
$4,832
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Sudan's export portfolio to Canada demonstrates strategic specialization, with metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

CanadaSudan Imports

$53.36M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
93.3% concentration
1Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$49.80M
93.3% of imports
2Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives: other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (INN) or norephedrine or their salts: for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$1.11M
2.1% of imports
3Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter
$428,663
0.8% of imports
4Medicaments: containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$334,378
0.6% of imports
5Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
$320,971
0.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Sudan's import pattern from Canada reveals significant dependencyin cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Sudan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingmetal-rolling mills: rolls thereof to Canada, 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 $53.36M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Sudan-Canada Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $53.36 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Sudan maintains a deficit of $53.36 million
  • Export Focus: Sudan's primary exports include metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof, wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Canada include cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives: other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (inn) or norephedrine or their salts: for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter

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 $53.36M 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 Sudan leveraging its comparative advantages in metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof.

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

Sudan's specialization in metal-rolling mills: rolls thereofcomplements Canada's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $53.36M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $53.36M 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 $53.36 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof and cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Sudan's trade deficit of $53.36 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 wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, 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 metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof 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 Sudan and Canada represents a total trade volume of $53.36 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Sudan, with imports exceeding exportsby $53.36 million.

Export Strengths

Sudan's exports to Canada total $0.00, with competitive advantages in metal-rolling mills: rolls thereof, representing $84,552 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Canada amount to $53.36 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, with Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed comprising93.3% of total imports.

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