Products Imported from China to Antigua and Barbuda

In 2023, China exported $108M to Antigua and Barbuda. The main products exported from China to Antigua and Barbuda were Refined Petroleum ($64.8 million), Iron Structures ($8.75 million), Shaped Paper ($1.86 million), Rubber Tires (US$1.61 million) and Other Furniture (US$1.21 million). During the last 27 years the exports of China to Antigua and Barbuda have increased at an annualized rate of 15.9%, from $2.01 million in 1995 to $108 million in 2023.

List of All Products That Were Imported from China to Antigua and Barbuda

The table below presents a comprehensive list of all commodities that were exported from China to Antigua and Barbuda in 2023, categorized by product types, and ranked by their trade values in US dollars.

Tips to use this table

1. Identifying High-Demand Products: Analyze the top-ranked products to identify which items have the highest trade values. These products are likely to be in high demand in the Antigua and Barbuda market, presenting lucrative opportunities for importers and resellers.
2. Niche Market Exploration: Explore products with significant trade values that may not be commonly known. These niche products could represent untapped market segments with less competition, allowing resellers and importers to carve out a unique position in the market.

Last Updated: April, 2024

Note #1: The HS4 code, or Harmonized System 4-digit code, is part of the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System (HS). It’s an internationally standardized system for classifying goods in international trade.

Note #2: This table is regularly updated on an annual basis. Therefore, we encourage you to revisit frequently to access the latest information regarding trade between China and Antigua and Barbuda.

Trade Agreements between China and Antigua and Barbuda

China and Antigua and Barbuda have established a relatively modest but strategically important relationship, particularly in terms of investment and developmental aid rather than formal trade agreements. Here’s an overview of the key engagements and cooperation frameworks between the two countries:

1. Diplomatic Relations Establishment (1983) – While not a trade agreement, the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Antigua and Barbuda in 1983 set the groundwork for future economic and trade cooperation. This relationship has been characterized by China’s support in infrastructure and development projects rather than specific trade agreements.
2. Economic and Technical Cooperation Agreement (2005) – This agreement was signed to enhance economic and technical cooperation between the two nations, including grant aid which has been used for infrastructure projects. Although not strictly a trade agreement, it facilitates economic interaction by improving the foundational infrastructure that supports economic activities and trade.
3. Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation (2018) – A reinforcement of the 2005 agreement, this deal involved China providing a grant to Antigua and Barbuda to support various projects, showcasing China’s ongoing commitment to the economic development of Antigua and Barbuda. This agreement focuses on the development of social infrastructure, which indirectly supports trade capabilities by improving the local economic landscape.
4. Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) – Antigua and Barbuda joined China’s Belt and Road Initiative, which, although primarily a development project, includes significant trade components. It aims to improve infrastructure and create new trade routes that facilitate easier and more efficient trade flows between member countries, including in the Caribbean.

These engagements, while not trade agreements in the traditional sense, demonstrate China’s strategic approach to building relationships through infrastructure development and economic aid. This has helped Antigua and Barbuda improve its public facilities and utility services, indirectly facilitating trade by enhancing the country’s overall economic environment. The relationship is more about leveraging Chinese aid for economic development rather than mutual trade concessions typical in formal trade agreements.