Zambia-Mauritius Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $190.77M total volume •Zambia deficit: $190.77M

ZambiaMauritius

$0

Exports (2023)

MauritiusZambia

$190.77M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$190.77M

Deficit for Zambia

Total Trade

$190.77M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Zambia and Mauritius. Green line shows exports from Zambia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ZambiaMauritius Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes
$12.05M
Infinity% of exports
2Ferro-alloys: ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon
$3.98M
Infinity% of exports
3Copper ores and concentrates
$2.62M
Infinity% of exports
4Cotton: not carded or combed
$1.16M
Infinity% of exports
5Poultry: live, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowls, weighing more than 185g
$674,852
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Zambia's export portfolio to Mauritius demonstrates strategic specialization, with copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MauritiusZambia Imports

$190.77M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
20.1% concentration
1Petroleum 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
$38.25M
20.1% of imports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution
$20.14M
10.6% of imports
3Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: ammonium dihydrogenorthophosphate (monoammonium phosphate) and mixtures thereof with diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate)
$11.05M
5.8% of imports
4Sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur
$8.42M
4.4% of imports
5Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium
$7.19M
3.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Zambia's import pattern from Mauritius reveals significant dependencyin 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, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Zambia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcopper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes to Mauritius, 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 $190.77M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Zambia-Mauritius Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $190.77 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Zambia maintains a deficit of $190.77 million
  • Export Focus: Zambia's primary exports include copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, ferro-alloys: ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon, copper ores and concentrates
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Mauritius include 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, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: ammonium dihydrogenorthophosphate (monoammonium phosphate) and mixtures thereof with diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate)

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 $190.77M 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 Zambia leveraging its comparative advantages in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes.

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

Zambia's specialization in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodescomplements Mauritius's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

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

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $190.77M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $190.77M 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 $190.77 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes and 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 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Zambia's trade deficit of $190.77 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 ferro-alloys: ferro-manganese, containing by weight more than 2% of carbon present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on 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, 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 copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes 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 Zambia and Mauritius represents a total trade volume of $190.77 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Zambia, with imports exceeding exportsby $190.77 million.

Export Strengths

Zambia's exports to Mauritius total $0.00, with competitive advantages in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, representing $12.05M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Mauritius amount to $190.77 million, highlighting economic interdependence 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, with 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 comprising20.1% of total imports.

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