Products Imported from China to Haiti

In the calendar year of 2023, China exported goods worth US$625 million to Haiti. Among the main exports from China to Haiti were Light Rubberized Knitted Fabric (US$60.5 million), Iron Wire (US$32.4 million), Rubber Footwear (US$31.5 million), Toilet Paper (US$29.18 million) and Motorcycles and cycles (US$23.56 million). Over the span of 28 years, China’s exports to Haiti have grown steadily at an annualized rate of 19.1%, rising from US$5.57 million in 1995 to US$625 million in 2023.

List of All Products That Were Imported from China to Haiti

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

Trade Agreements between China and Haiti

China and Haiti do not have formal diplomatic relations, primarily because Haiti recognizes Taiwan as a sovereign nation. This recognition aligns Haiti with Taiwan in international affairs and precludes formal diplomatic and official trade relations with the People’s Republic of China. Consequently, there are no formal trade agreements directly between China and Haiti under this diplomatic framework.

However, the economic interactions that do exist between China and Haiti are mainly through indirect channels or private enterprises rather than through state-level bilateral agreements:

1. Indirect Trade: Although there are no official trade agreements, Chinese goods are prevalent in Haitian markets. These goods typically reach Haiti through third countries and are a significant presence in local markets, including textiles, electronics, and household items.
2. Private Investments: Chinese private investors may be involved in various sectors within Haiti, primarily in the manufacturing and assembly industries, which operate in export processing zones. These investments are not typically governed by formal state-level trade agreements but are rather private enterprises taking advantage of Haiti’s labor market and export capabilities.
3. International Forums and Multilateral Engagement: Haiti and China may interact in broader multilateral settings such as the United Nations or other international organizations where both countries are members. In these forums, while not directly related to bilateral trade agreements, discussions could influence trade policies and economic interaction indirectly.
4. Humanitarian Aid and Development Assistance: China might also provide humanitarian aid and development assistance to Haiti, especially in the wake of natural disasters. This aid is not typically structured as part of a trade agreement but does play a role in economic interactions between the two countries.

Should the diplomatic relationship between Haiti and China change, potentially with Haiti shifting recognition from Taiwan to the People’s Republic of China, it could lead to the establishment of formal diplomatic ties and subsequent trade agreements. These would likely focus on investment in infrastructure, trade facilitation, and development projects as seen in China’s engagements with other countries in the region.