Chile (CHL)
Annual exports and imports in 2024 (USD).
Source: UN Comtrade. Warehouse 1: partner = World totals by HS4 and year.
Chile - trade dependency by partner, 2024 (USD)
| Rank | Partner | Export dependency | Import dependency | Total dependency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China (CHN) | 38.2% $37.82B | 24.9% $20.98B | 32.1% $58.80B |
| 2 | USA (USA) | 15.4% $15.25B | 18.9% $15.97B | 17.0% $31.22B |
| 3 | Brazil (BRA) | 5.1% $5.06B | 8.8% $7.40B | 6.8% $12.46B |
| 4 | Japan (JPN) | 8.6% $8.49B | 2.5% $2.09B | 5.8% $10.58B |
| 5 | Argentina (ARG) | 0.9% $842.84M | 8.5% $7.20B | 4.4% $8.05B |
| 6 | Rep. of Korea (KOR) | 4.7% $4.67B | 2.0% $1.66B | 3.5% $6.33B |
| 7 | India (IND) | 2.6% $2.55B | 1.5% $1.27B | 2.1% $3.82B |
| 8 | Germany (DEU) | 1.1% $1.14B | 3.2% $2.66B | 2.1% $3.80B |
| 9 | Spain (ESP) | 1.9% $1.87B | 2.3% $1.91B | 2.1% $3.78B |
| 10 | Mexico (MEX) | 1.8% $1.74B | 2.3% $1.95B | 2.0% $3.69B |
- Chile's total trade in 2024 was $183.4B, with exports of $99.1B and imports of $84.3B.
- The country ranked 36th globally for exports and 42nd for imports.
- Chile recorded a positive trade balance of $14.8B in 2024.
- China was the top export destination, receiving 38.2% of Chile's exports, valued at $37.8B.
- The leading export category was Ores, slag and ash (HS2 26), accounting for $35.1B or 35.4% of total exports.
- Mineral fuels, mineral oils (HS2 27) were the top import, valued at $16.0B, representing 18.9% of all imports.
Chile's Trade Performance in 2024
In 2024, Chile's international trade activity positioned it as a significant player in the global market. The nation's exports totaled $99.1B and imports were $84.3B, creating a total trade volume of $183.4B and a substantial trade surplus of $14.8B. Globally, Chile's exports ranked 36th and its imports ranked 42nd. The country's primary trading partners for both exports and imports were China and the United States, highlighting their central role in Chile's trade dynamics. Exports to China amounted to $37.8B, while imports from the United States reached $16.0B.
Key Export and Import Products
Chile's export economy is heavily reliant on its mineral wealth. The most significant export category is Ores, slag and ash, which brought in $35.1B, making up 35.4% of the country's total exports. This is followed by Copper and articles thereof, with exports valued at $19.6B. On the import side, Chile's needs are led by energy and industrial equipment. Mineral fuels and related products were the largest import category at $16.0B (18.9% of total imports), followed by Machinery and mechanical appliances at $10.5B.
Exports
Chile - exports over time (Exports), 2015-2024 (USD)
Top export categories
Largest HS2 categories by export value in the selected year.
Chile - export composition by product categories (Exports), 2024 (USD)
Chile - export composition by 4-digit product groups (Exports), 2024 (USD)
Imports
Chile - imports over time (Imports), 2015-2024 (USD)
Top import categories
Largest HS2 categories by import value in the selected year.