Products Imported from China to Aruba

In 2023, China exported $76.5 million to Aruba. The main products exported from China to Aruba were Cars ($9.46 million), Rolled Tobacco ($4.5 million), Other Furniture ($3.65 million), Air Conditioners (US$3.02 million) and Aluminum Structures (US$3.01 million). During the last 27 years the exports of China to Aruba have increased at an annualized rate of 20.5%, from $496k in 1995 to $76.5 million in 2023.

List of All Products That Were Imported from China to Aruba

The table below presents a comprehensive list of all commodities that were exported from China to Aruba 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 Aruba 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 Aruba.

Trade Agreements between China and Aruba

China and Aruba, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, have a limited but growing relationship, primarily focused on tourism and investment rather than formal trade agreements. Aruba’s small size and unique political status as part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands mean that many of its international trade policies are influenced by agreements made at the Dutch national or European Union level. However, there are a few notable areas of interaction and agreements involving China and Aruba:

1. Investment and Tourism Development: China has shown interest in increasing its investment in the Caribbean, including Aruba, mainly in the sectors of tourism and infrastructure. While these are not formal trade agreements, they represent significant economic ties. For instance, Chinese companies have been involved in the development of hotel properties and other tourist-related infrastructure in Aruba.
2. Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs): There have been instances where China and entities in Aruba have signed MOUs concerning economic cooperation and development. These MOUs often focus on enhancing mutual understanding and exploring potential investment opportunities without creating binding trade obligations.
3. Cultural Exchanges and Cooperation: While not strictly economic or trade agreements, there have been cultural exchange programs aimed at strengthening ties and fostering goodwill between China and Aruba. These programs can indirectly boost tourism and cultural affinity, which benefits economic relations.
4. Participation in Multilateral Forums: Aruba and China interact within larger multilateral frameworks that involve the Netherlands and the European Union. These interactions can sometimes lead to broader agreements that impact Aruba indirectly, such as through EU trade policies or through the Dutch government’s agreements that affect its Caribbean

Currently, there are no prominent, specific bilateral trade agreements directly between China and Aruba, largely due to Aruba’s political status and small market size. Economic interactions are more often characterized by investment projects and cultural engagements rather than formal trade agreements. The relationship is an example of China’s broader strategy in the Caribbean, where economic influence often precedes or substitutes formal trade agreements.