Italy-Canada Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $9.76B total volume โ€ขItaly surplus: $5.48B

Italy โ†’ Canada

$7.62B

Exports (2023)

Canada โ†’ Italy

$2.14B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$5.48B

Surplus for Italy

Total Trade

$9.76B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Italy and Canada. Green line shows exports from Italy, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Italy โ†’ Canada Exports

$7.62B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
4.7% top product
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc
$359.52M
4.7% of exports
2Wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less
$352.49M
4.6% of exports
3Jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
$133.97M
1.8% of exports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$129.35M
1.7% of exports
5Petroleum 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
$125.80M
1.7% of exports
6Ceramic tiles: flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles other than those of subheadings 6907.30 and 6907.40, of a water absorption coefficient by weight not over 0.5%
$103.76M
1.4% of exports
7Vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
$101.42M
1.3% of exports
8Dairy produce: cheese (not grated, powdered or processed), n.e.c. in heading no. 0406
$90.73M
1.2% of exports
9Vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$90.66M
1.2% of exports
10Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
$86.04M
1.1% of exports

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Export Focus

Italy's export portfolio to Canada demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Canada โ†’ Italy Imports

$2.14B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
18.2% concentration
1Cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed
$389.46M
18.2% of imports
2Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$201.60M
9.4% of imports
3Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$196.10M
9.2% of imports
4Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken
$118.62M
5.5% of imports
5Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$117.38M
5.5% of imports
6Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$46.23M
2.2% of imports
7Cocoa: butter, fat and oil
$44.18M
2.1% of imports
8Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$41.52M
1.9% of imports
9Turbo-propellers: of a power not exceeding 1100kW
$36.08M
1.7% of imports
10Waste and scrap of precious metals: waste and scrap of precious metals including metal clad with precious metals, other than that of gold and platinum and excluding ash which contains precious metal or precious metal compounds
$35.71M
1.7% of imports

๐Ÿ“ฆ Import Strategy Analysis

Italy's import pattern from Canada reveals significant dependencyin cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Italy demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc to Canada, 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 $9.76B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Italy-Canada Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $9.76 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Italy maintains a surplus of $5.48 billion
  • Export Focus: Italy's primary exports include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc, wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less, jewellery: of precious metal (excluding silver) whether or not plated or clad with precious metal, and parts thereof
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Canada include cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed, aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

๐Ÿ“ˆ 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 $9.76B 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 Italy leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity 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

Italy's specialization in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cccomplements Canada's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $9.76B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $9.76B 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 $9.76 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc and cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

Italy's trade surplus of $5.48 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

๐Ÿš€Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

โš ๏ธ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 3000cc may affect future market positioning.

๐ŸŽฏStrategic 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 Italy and Canada represents a total trade volume of $9.76 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Italy, with exports exceeding importsby $5.48 billion.

Export Strengths

Italy's exports to Canada total $7.62 billion, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc, representing $359.52M or4.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Canada amount to $2.14 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed, with Cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed comprising18.2% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Italy'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) โ€ข Last Updated: January 2025 โ€ข Coverage: 1995-2023