Exports in North Korea increased to 387.93 USD Million in 2024 from 386.89 USD Million in 2023. This dataset provides - North Korea Exports - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Historical dataset showing North Korea exports by year from N/A to N/A.

Detailed export data for north korea covering shipment records, HS codes, product descriptions, exporter and buyer details, origin countries, export values, ports, and customs trade insights for informed market analysis and trade intelligence.

United States Exports to North Korea was US$1.53 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports to North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on April of 2026.

Key information about North Korea Exports: Medicament

• North Korea Exports: Medicament was reported at 24,928.743 USD th in Dec 2024
• This records an increase from the previous number of 141.662 USD th for Dec 2023
• North Korea Exports: Medicament data is updated yearly, averaging 1,414.722 USD th from Dec 1995 to 2024, with 30 observations
• The data reached an all-time high of 24,928.743 USD th in 2024 and a record low of 141.662 USD th in 2023
• North Korea Exports: Medicament data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
• The data is categorized under World Trend Plus’s Association: Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Sector – Table RT.UNCTAD.MDV: Medicament: Exports Value by Individual Economies and Territories

In 2023, the value of total exports of South Korea reached about *** billion U.S. dollars, whereas that of North Korea was around ** million dollars. Accordingly, South Korea's export increased while North Korea's export gradually decreased. While international sanctions against North Korea made exports more difficult, the gap between South and North Korean exports has widened steadily in the last years.

Key information about North Korea Exports: Television

• North Korea Exports: Television was reported at 21,589.372 USD th in Dec 2024
• This records an increase from the previous number of 2,942.471 USD th for Dec 2023
• North Korea Exports: Television data is updated yearly, averaging 5,927.385 USD th from Dec 1995 to 2024, with 30 observations
• The data reached an all-time high of 57,668.255 USD th in 1996 and a record low of 711.019 USD th in 2022
• North Korea Exports: Television data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
• The data is categorized under World Trend Plus’s Association: Electronic Sector – Table RF.UNCTAD.TR: Television Receivers: Export Value

North Korea KP: Exports: High-Income Economies: % of Total Goods Exports data was reported at 1.472 % in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3.714 % for 2015. North Korea KP: Exports: High-Income Economies: % of Total Goods Exports data is updated yearly, averaging 44.586 % from Dec 1981 (Median) to 2016, with 36 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 61.220 % in 1995 and a record low of 1.472 % in 2016. North Korea KP: Exports: High-Income Economies: % of Total Goods Exports data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.World Bank.WDI: Exports. Merchandise exports to high-income economies are the sum of merchandise exports from the reporting economy to high-income economies according to the World Bank classification of economies. Data are expressed as a percentage of total merchandise exports by the economy. Data are computed only if at least half of the economies in the partner country group had non-missing data.; ; World Bank staff estimates based data from International Monetary Fund's Direction of Trade database.; Weighted average;

North Korea: Exports of goods and services as percent of GDP: The latest value from is percent, unavailable from percent in . In comparison, the world average is 0.00 percent, based on data from countries. Historically, the average for North Korea from to is percent. The minimum value, percent, was reached in while the maximum of percent was recorded in .

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for North Korea provides a comprehensive overview of international trade activities involving North Korean companies. This dataset offers an in-depth examination of trade transactions, documenting and categorizing imports and exports across various industries in North Korea.

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Techsalerator's Import/Export Trade Data for North Korea integrates information from customs reports, trade agreements, and shipping records, providing businesses, investors, and trade analysts with a detailed understanding of North Korea’s trade landscape.

Key Data Fields

• Company Name: Identifies the companies involved in trade transactions, assisting in locating potential partners or competitors and tracking industry-specific trade patterns.
• Trade Volume: Provides details on the quantity or value of goods traded, offering insights into the scale and economic impact of trade activities.
• Product Category: Specifies the types of goods traded, such as raw materials or finished products, helping to understand market demand and supply chain dynamics.
• Import/Export Country: Identifies the countries of origin or destination for traded goods, revealing regional trade relationships and market access.
• Transaction Date: Records the date of transactions, showcasing seasonal trends and shifts in trade dynamics over time.

Top Trade Trends in North Korea

• Sanctions Impact: North Korea's trade activities are significantly influenced by international sanctions, which affect both its import and export operations. These restrictions impact the scale and scope of trade transactions.
• Limited Trade Partners: North Korea primarily conducts trade with a few key partners, notably China and Russia. This limited network affects the diversity and volume of trade.
• Focus on Strategic Goods: Trade often focuses on strategic goods and resources, including coal, textiles, and military equipment. These commodities are central to North Korea's trade strategy and economic activities.
• Smuggling and Informal Trade: Due to sanctions, there is a notable presence of smuggling and informal trade activities, which impact the official trade data and its accuracy.
• Economic Isolation: The country’s economic isolation from the global market affects its trade dynamics, leading to unique challenges and opportunities within its trade sector.

Notable Companies in North Korean Trade Data

• Korean International Trade Association (KITA): Facilitates international trade activities, managing trade agreements and transactions involving North Korean companies.
• Korean Central News Agency (KCNA): Although primarily a news agency, KCNA provides information on trade-related activities and government policies impacting trade.
• Korean Mining Corporation: Engaged in the export of mineral resources, such as coal and rare minerals, which are crucial to North Korea's trade economy.
• Pyongyang Textile Factory: Known for producing textiles that are exported to limited markets, reflecting North Korea's focus on certain industrial goods.
• Chosun International Trading Company: Involved in various trade activities, including the import and export of essential goods under challenging international conditions.

Accessing Techsalerator’s Data

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Included Data Fields:

• Company Name
• Trade Volume
• Product Category
• Import/Export Country
• Transaction Date
• Shipping Details
• Customs Codes
• Trade Value

For detailed insights into North Korea’s import and export activities and trends, Techsalerator’s dataset is an essential resource for making informed and strategic decisions.

Graph and download economic data for U.S. Exports of Goods by F.A.S. Basis to North Korea (EXP5790) from Jan 1992 to Feb 2026 about North Korea, exports, goods, and USA.

This page displays a table with North Korea Exports By Category in U.S. dollars, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade.

North Korea KP: Exports: Goods data was reported at 1.850 USD bn in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2.990 USD bn for 2016. North Korea KP: Exports: Goods data is updated yearly, averaging 1.331 USD bn from Dec 1980 (Median) to 2017, with 38 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4.365 USD bn in 2014 and a record low of 637.000 USD mn in 1999. North Korea KP: Exports: Goods data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s North Korea – Table KP.World Bank.WDI: Exports. Merchandise exports show the f.o.b. value of goods provided to the rest of the world valued in current U.S. dollars.; ; World Trade Organization.; Gap-filled total;

India Exports to North Korea was US$2.02 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. India Exports to North Korea - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on April of 2026.

As of March 2025, South Korea's trade balance with North Korea was **** U.S. dollars. Trade between South and North Korea drastically declined after the closure of the Kaesong Industrial Complex in 2016, a joint inter-Korean economic project.

As of March 2025, there were ** exports recorded from South Korea to North Korea. Trade between South and North Korea significantly declined after the closure of the Kaesong Industrial Complex in 2016, a joint inter-Korean economic project.

This dataset corresponds to academic research regarding a publication: "An analysis of North Korean trade amid warming global relations utilizing RCA, RSCA, and TBI." The data is being made publically available for continued analysis and in order for others to reproduce the findings of our research. It includes minimally the export values and import values of North Korea. Additionally, the calculated indices are provided: Revealed Comparative Analysis RCA (Balassa Index, 1965), Symmetrical Revealed Comparative Analysis RSCA ((RCA -1)/(RCA+1)), and the Trade Balance Index (Lafay Index, 1990). The findings of this research reveal comparative advantages in several North Korean industries: textiles, coal, and steel among many others. The data also reveals the impacts of recent trade restrictions by the United States and China.

North Korea: Coal exports, thousand short tons: The latest value from 2023 is 0 thousand short tons, unchanged from 0 thousand short tons in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 8510.21 thousand short tons, based on data from 190 countries. Historically, the average for North Korea from 1980 to 2023 is 3277.72 thousand short tons. The minimum value, 0 thousand short tons, was reached in 2018 while the maximum of 24825.71 thousand short tons was recorded in 2016.

Historical dataset showing North Korea trade balance by year from N/A to N/A.

Historical dataset showing North Korea trade to gdp ratio by year from N/A to N/A.