UN Comtrade Database

UN Comtrade is the largest repository of international trade data, with over 3 billion records.

Features

• Merchandise trade by HS/SITC code
• Bilateral trade data
• Annual and monthly data
• 200+ reporters and partners

Classification Systems

System	Codes	Description
HS	2-6 digits	Harmonized System
SITC	1-5 digits	Standard International Trade
BEC	1-3 digits	Broad Economic Categories

Vietnam Top Exports (HS2 Level)

HS Code	Product	Value 2023
85	Electronics, machinery	$98.5B
64	Footwear	$20.2B
62	Apparel, not knitted	$16.8B
61	Apparel, knitted	$15.3B
94	Furniture	$12.4B

API Query Example

# Get Vietnam electronics exports
params = {
    "source": "UN",
    "database": "COMTRADE",
    "reporter": "VN",
    "partner": "all",
    "hs_code": "85",
    "flow": "exports",
    "year": 2023
}

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Large Data

Use the bulk download feature for large queries.