USA-Cambodia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $12.33B total volume •USA deficit: $11.64B

USACambodia

$345.16M

Exports (2023)

CambodiaUSA

$11.99B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$11.64B

Deficit for USA

Total Trade

$12.33B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

USACambodia Exports

$345.16M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
13.2% top product
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$45.56M
13.2% of exports
2Brewing or distilling dregs and waste: whether or not in the form of pellets
$22.30M
6.5% of exports
3Furskins: raw, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws
$15.96M
4.6% of exports
4Vehicle parts and accessories: n.e.c. in heading no. 8708
$15.51M
4.5% of exports
5Diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set
$11.77M
3.4% of exports
6Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc
$11.51M
3.3% of exports
7Vaccines: for human medicine
$10.28M
3.0% of exports
8Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly copper
$7.26M
2.1% of exports
9Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$6.70M
1.9% of exports
10Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: electro-diagnostic apparatus (including apparatus for functional exploratory examination or for checking physiological parameters), n.e.c. in item no. 9018.1
$6.33M
1.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

USA's export portfolio to Cambodia demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

CambodiaUSA Imports

$11.99B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
19.9% concentration
1Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)
$2.39B
19.9% of imports
2Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
$717.15M
6.0% of imports
3Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$560.60M
4.7% of imports
4Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
$415.43M
3.5% of imports
5Lighting sets: of a kind used for Christmas trees
$319.27M
2.7% of imports
6Lamps and light fittings: electric, n.e.c. in heading no. 9405
$276.95M
2.3% of imports
7Plastics: builders' ware, shutters, blinds (including venetian blinds) and similar articles and parts thereof
$249.35M
2.1% of imports
8Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$240.74M
2.0% of imports
9Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)
$224.45M
1.9% of imports
10Seats: with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)
$212.76M
1.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

USA's import pattern from Cambodia reveals significant dependencyin electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

USA demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc to Cambodia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ 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 $12.33B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Major Partnership

Executive Summary: USA-Cambodia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $12.33 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: USA maintains a deficit of $11.64 billion
  • Export Focus: USA's primary exports include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, brewing or distilling dregs and waste: whether or not in the form of pellets, furskins: raw, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Cambodia include electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global 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 $12.33B 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 USA leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc.

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

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Comparative Advantage

USA's specialization in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cccomplements Cambodia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $12.33B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $12.33B 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 $12.33 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.

Economic Significance: High
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc and electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

USA's trade deficit of $11.64 billion 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 brewing or distilling dregs and waste: whether or not in the form of pellets present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), 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 vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc 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 USA and Cambodia represents a total trade volume of $12.33 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for USA, with imports exceeding exportsby $11.64 billion.

Export Strengths

USA's exports to Cambodia total $345.16 million, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, representing $45.56M or13.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Cambodia amount to $11.99 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), with Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) comprising19.9% of total imports.

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