Top Indonesia Exports 2023 Q3: Commodity Powerhouse

Indonesia's top export product in Q3 2023 was dominated by mineral fuels and vegetable oils, reflecting its role as a global commodity supplier. Discover key trends and top export destinations with yTrade.

Indonesia Export Portfolio Overview in 2023 Q3

  • Mineral fuels and vegetable oils dominate, accounting for 32.5% of total exports.
  • High concentration risk: Top 3 sectors represent 43.2% of export value.
  • Reflects Indonesia's dual identity as commodity powerhouse and emerging manufacturing base.

Table: Indonesia Top Export Product in 2023 Q3 (Source: yTrade)

HS CodeDescriptionValuePercent
27Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distill...12.73B20.01%
15Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their cleavage prod...7.97B12.53%
72Iron and steel6.76B10.64%
85Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sou...3.66B5.75%
87Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and...2.95B4.64%
26Ores, slag and ash2.37B3.73%
75Nickel and articles thereof1.64B2.58%
84Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appli...1.59B2.50%
38Miscellaneous chemical products1.56B2.45%
64Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles1.51B2.38%

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Key Driver: Mineral Fuels and Oils (HS 27)

  • Driven by coal (HS 2701) at $7.01B (55.1% of sector).
  • Primarily raw material exports with minimal processing.
  • Indonesia leverages massive coal reserves and geographic proximity to key Asian energy markets.

Table: HS Code 27 Detailed Breakdown

HS CodeValuePercent
27017.01B55.10%
27112.19B17.23%
27021.56B12.23%
27101.18B9.31%
2709388.00M3.05%
2713180.70M1.42%
2704139.36M1.10%
270752.61M0.41%
270613.17M0.10%
27125.12M0.04%

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Key Driver: Vegetable Oils (HS 15)

  • Palm oil (HS 1511) dominates at $6.52B (81.8% of sector).
  • Acts as complement to energy exports through biofuel linkages.
  • Strategic importance: Indonesia controls 60% of global palm oil supply, creating pricing power.

Table: HS Code 15 Detailed Breakdown

HS CodeValuePercent
15116.52B81.78%
1513524.35M6.58%
1517440.71M5.53%
1516332.32M4.17%
151856.24M0.71%
152055.91M0.70%
152232.91M0.41%
15158.55M0.11%
15041.36M0.02%
150132.15K0.00%

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Key Driver: Iron and Steel (HS 72)

  • Iron ore and concentrate (HS 7202) leads at $4.05B (59.9% of sector).
  • Represents emerging value chain integration as Indonesia restricts raw ore exports.
  • Signals policy-driven shift toward domestic smelting and intermediate goods production.

Table: HS Code 72 Detailed Breakdown

HS CodeValuePercent
72024.05B59.85%
72191.28B18.93%
7218711.69M10.52%
7207383.92M5.68%
7208154.59M2.29%
7213102.07M1.51%
721422.66M0.33%
720413.97M0.21%
721012.97M0.19%
72166.91M0.10%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indonesia's largest export commodity in 2023 Q3?

The largest export category is Mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation (HS 27), valued at $12.73B. This sector is primarily driven by exports of Coal; briquettes, ovoids, and similar solid fuels (HS 2701), which alone accounted for $7.01B (55.1%) of the total.

Which specific Mineral fuels products does Indonesia export most in 2023 Q3?

Within the Mineral fuels sector, the top exports are:

  1. Coal; briquettes, ovoids, and similar solid fuels (HS 2701) at $7.01B (55.1%)
  2. Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons (HS 2711) at $2.19B (17.23%)
    Together, these two products make up 72.33% of the industry's exports.

Does Indonesia export Animal or vegetable fats and oils in 2023 Q3?

Yes. Animal or vegetable fats and oils (HS 15) is Indonesia’s second-largest export sector, valued at $7.97B. The primary driver is Palm oil and its fractions (HS 1511), contributing $6.52B (81.78%) of the total.

What are the main industries driving Indonesia's economy?

Indonesia’s economy is concentrated in three key sectors:

  1. Mineral fuels (HS 27) at $12.73B (20.01%)
  2. Animal/vegetable fats (HS 15) at $7.97B (12.53%)
  3. Iron and steel (HS 72) at $6.76B (10.64%)
    Together, these account for 43.18% of total exports, indicating heavy reliance on commodities.

How to find Indonesia Mineral fuels suppliers?

You can access a list of active suppliers and exporters for Mineral fuels (HS 27) using the yTrade database, which provides detailed shipment records and company contacts.

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