Sweden-Ukraine Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $817.93M total volume •Sweden surplus: $817.93M

SwedenUkraine

$817.93M

Exports (2023)

UkraineSweden

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$817.93M

Surplus for Sweden

Total Trade

$817.93M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Sweden and Ukraine. Green line shows exports from Sweden, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SwedenUkraine Exports

$817.93M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
26.1% top product
1Fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated
$213.64M
26.1% 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
$175.88M
21.5% of exports
3Turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers)
$58.22M
7.1% of exports
4Medicaments: containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$21.77M
2.7% of exports
5Paper and paperboard: multi-ply, coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances only, for non-graphic purposes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets
$17.75M
2.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Sweden's export portfolio to Ukraine demonstrates strategic specialization, with fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

UkraineSweden Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers)
$16.15M
Infinity% of imports
2Vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$9.28M
Infinity% of imports
3Wood: assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75
$7.15M
Infinity% of imports
4Containers: (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport
$6.95M
Infinity% of imports
5Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers
$5.31M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Sweden's import pattern from Ukraine reveals significant dependencyin turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Sweden demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated to Ukraine, 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 $817.93M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Sweden-Ukraine Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $817.93 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Sweden maintains a surplus of $817.93 million
  • Export Focus: Sweden's primary exports include fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated, 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, turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ukraine include turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers), vegetable oils: sunflower seed or safflower oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, wood: assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75

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 $817.93M 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 Sweden leveraging its comparative advantages in fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated.

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

Sweden's specialization in fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiatedcomplements Ukraine's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $817.93M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $817.93M 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 $817.93 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated and turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Sweden's trade surplus of $817.93 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 turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers), 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 fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated 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 Sweden and Ukraine represents a total trade volume of $817.93 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Sweden, with exports exceeding importsby $817.93 million.

Export Strengths

Sweden's exports to Ukraine total $817.93 million, with competitive advantages in fuel elements (cartridges): non-irradiated, representing $213.64M or26.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ukraine amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers), with Turbines: parts of gas turbines (excluding turbo-jets and turbo-propellers) comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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