Products Imported from China to Ireland

In the calendar year of 2023, China exported goods worth US$8.11 billion to Ireland. Among the main exports from China to Ireland were Nitrogen Heterocyclic Compounds (US$1.57 billion), Office Machine Parts (US$696 million), Planes, Helicopters, or Spacecraft (US$593 million), Computers (US$510.96 million) and Broadcasting Equipment (US$395.38 million). Over the span of 28 years, China’s exports to Ireland have grown steadily at an annualized rate of 13.8%, rising from US$250 million in 1995 to US$8.11 billion in 2023.

List of All Products That Were Imported from China to Ireland

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

Trade Agreements between China and Ireland

China and Ireland have developed their economic relationship through various trade agreements and arrangements that facilitate bilateral trade and investment. Here’s a summary of key agreements and interactions:

1. Bilateral Trade Agreement: Although there isn’t a specific Free Trade Agreement exclusively between China and Ireland, their trade relations are influenced by Ireland’s membership in the European Union, which engages in multiple trade agreements and dialogues with China. The EU and China have several broad agreements that affect trade with Ireland, including agreements on investment, customs cooperation, and trade facilitation.
2. EU-China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment (CAI): While still in the process of ratification and not yet in force, this agreement involves Ireland as a member state of the EU. Negotiated in 2020, the CAI aims to provide a more balanced trade environment and greater access to the Chinese market for European companies, which would directly benefit Irish investors and businesses.
3. Strategic Partnership: Established in 2012, the strategic partnership between Ireland and China aims to enhance bilateral relations, including trade and economic cooperation. This partnership facilitates various sectoral cooperations, including technology, agriculture, and education, providing a framework for ongoing economic engagement.
4. Science and Technology Cooperation: Signed in 2005, this agreement between Ireland and China promotes collaboration in science and technology, which is pivotal for innovation and development in key industries. This cooperation has facilitated numerous joint research projects and exchanges between academic institutions and businesses from both countries.