Tokelau-USA Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $340,870 total volume •Tokelau surplus: $31,076

TokelauUSA

$185,973

Exports (2023)

USATokelau

$154,897

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$31,076

Surplus for Tokelau

Total Trade

$340,870

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Tokelau and USA. Green line shows exports from Tokelau, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

TokelauUSA Exports

$185,973
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
37.1% top product
1Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof
$68,960
37.1% of exports
2Reagents: 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
$33,102
17.8% of exports
3Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
$31,501
16.9% of exports
4Signalling apparatus: parts of the electric, sound or visual apparatus of heading no. 8531
$20,951
11.3% of exports
5Machines and mechanical appliances: parts, of those having individual functions
$11,917
6.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Tokelau's export portfolio to USA demonstrates strategic specialization, with taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

USATokelau Imports

$154,897
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
60.7% concentration
1Valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like
$94,050
60.7% of imports
2Surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)
$22,850
14.8% of imports
3Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or detecting ionising radiations
$21,230
13.7% of imports
4Pumps: reciprocating positive displacement pumps, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids
$8,858
5.7% of imports
5Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, including parts
$7,909
5.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Tokelau's import pattern from USA reveals strategic sourcingin valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Tokelau demonstrates competitive strength in exportingtaps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof to USA, 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 $340,870 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Tokelau-USA Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $340.87 thousandrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Tokelau maintains a surplus of $31.08 thousand
  • Export Focus: Tokelau's primary exports include taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof, 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, boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from USA include valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses), instruments and apparatus: for measuring or detecting ionising radiations

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 $340,870 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 Tokelau leveraging its comparative advantages in taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts 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

Tokelau's specialization in taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereofcomplements USA's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $340,870 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $340,870 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 $340.87 thousand bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof and valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Tokelau's trade surplus of $31.08 thousand strengthens 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 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 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, 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 taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts 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 Tokelau and USA represents a total trade volume of $340.87 thousand in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Tokelau, with exports exceeding importsby $31.08 thousand.

Export Strengths

Tokelau's exports to USA total $185.97 thousand, with competitive advantages in taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: parts thereof, representing $68,960 or37.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from USA amount to $154.90 thousand, highlighting economic interdependence in valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, with Valves: pressure reducing, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like comprising60.7% of total imports.

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