Tunisia-Egypt Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $343.87M total volume •Tunisia deficit: $343.87M

TunisiaEgypt

$0

Exports (2023)

EgyptTunisia

$343.87M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$343.87M

Deficit for Tunisia

Total Trade

$343.87M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Tunisia and Egypt. Green line shows exports from Tunisia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

TunisiaEgypt Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
$9.04M
Infinity% of exports
2Polyphosphates: sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined
$3.01M
Infinity% of exports
3Semiconductor media: smart cards, whether or not recorded, excluding products of Chapter 37
$2.56M
Infinity% of exports
4Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$2.53M
Infinity% of exports
5Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: not designed to incorporate a video display or screen
$2.38M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Tunisia's export portfolio to Egypt demonstrates strategic specialization, with insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

EgyptTunisia Imports

$343.87M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
12.9% concentration
1Ammonia: anhydrous
$44.43M
12.9% of imports
2Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim
$32.23M
9.4% of imports
3Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$12.31M
3.6% of imports
4Petroleum 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
$11.93M
3.5% of imports
5Vegetables, leguminous: chickpeas (garbanzos), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$10.48M
3.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Tunisia's import pattern from Egypt reveals significant dependencyin ammonia: anhydrous, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Tunisia demonstrates competitive strength in exportinginsulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors to Egypt, 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 $343.87M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Tunisia-Egypt Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $343.87 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Tunisia maintains a deficit of $343.87 million
  • Export Focus: Tunisia's primary exports include insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors, polyphosphates: sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined, semiconductor media: smart cards, whether or not recorded, excluding products of chapter 37
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Egypt include ammonia: anhydrous, fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, weighing more than 200g/m2, denim, food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10

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 $343.87M 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 Tunisia leveraging its comparative advantages in insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors.

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

Tunisia's specialization in insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectorscomplements Egypt's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in ammonia: anhydrous.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $343.87M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $343.87M 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 $343.87 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors and ammonia: anhydrous demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Tunisia's trade deficit of $343.87 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 polyphosphates: sodium triphosphate (sodium tripolyphosphate), whether or not chemically defined present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on ammonia: anhydrous, 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 insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors 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 Tunisia and Egypt represents a total trade volume of $343.87 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Tunisia, with imports exceeding exportsby $343.87 million.

Export Strengths

Tunisia's exports to Egypt total $0.00, with competitive advantages in insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors, representing $9.04M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Egypt amount to $343.87 million, highlighting economic interdependence in ammonia: anhydrous, with Ammonia: anhydrous comprising12.9% of total imports.

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