Malaysia Export Strength Dashboard

Explore which Malaysian trade sectors are most export-driven by comparing export share, import share, trade balance, and total trade using official Malaysia open data.

Latest Malaysia Export Strength Ranking: September 2026

The figures below rank Malaysia’s major trade sectors by export share of total trade.

Latest Data Period September 2026

Strongest Export-Driven Sector Animal and Vegetable Oils, Fats and Waxes

Export Share of Top Sector 82.40%

Malaysia Sectors Ranked by Export Strength

The cards below show which sectors are most export-driven. Export strength is calculated as exports divided by total trade.

Rank 1

Animal and Vegetable Oils, Fats and Waxes

Export Strength 82.40%

Exports RM 7,147,731,175 (RM 7.15 billion)

Imports RM 1,527,157,228 (RM 1.53 billion)

Total Trade RM 8,674,888,403 (RM 8.67 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 5,620,573,947 (RM 5.62 billion)

Rank 2

Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles

Export Strength 71.99%

Exports RM 33,083,213,536 (RM 33.08 billion)

Imports RM 12,868,895,794 (RM 12.87 billion)

Total Trade RM 45,952,109,330 (RM 45.95 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 20,214,317,742 (RM 20.21 billion)

Rank 3

Commodities and Transactions Not Elsewhere Classified

Export Strength 67.86%

Exports RM 3,014,581,520 (RM 3.01 billion)

Imports RM 1,428,011,656 (RM 1.43 billion)

Total Trade RM 4,442,593,176 (RM 4.44 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 1,586,569,864 (RM 1.59 billion)

Rank 4

Machinery and Transport Equipment

Export Strength 53.19%

Exports RM 120,454,894,577 (RM 120.45 billion)

Imports RM 106,023,508,309 (RM 106.02 billion)

Total Trade RM 226,478,402,886 (RM 226.48 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 14,431,386,268 (RM 14.43 billion)

Rank 5

Mineral Fuels, Lubricants and Related Materials

Export Strength 49.74%

Exports RM 20,538,187,025 (RM 20.54 billion)

Imports RM 20,750,097,898 (RM 20.75 billion)

Total Trade RM 41,288,284,923 (RM 41.29 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -211,910,873 (RM -211.91 million)

Rank 6

Manufactured Goods Classified Chiefly by Material

Export Strength 47.87%

Exports RM 12,427,159,936 (RM 12.43 billion)

Imports RM 13,533,747,877 (RM 13.53 billion)

Total Trade RM 25,960,907,813 (RM 25.96 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -1,106,587,941 (RM -1.11 billion)

Rank 7

Beverages and Tobacco

Export Strength 44.71%

Exports RM 252,297,643 (RM 252.30 million)

Imports RM 312,018,321 (RM 312.02 million)

Total Trade RM 564,315,964 (RM 564.32 million)

Trade Deficit RM -59,720,678 (RM -59.72 million)

Rank 8

Chemicals and Related Products

Export Strength 43.25%

Exports RM 8,953,816,716 (RM 8.95 billion)

Imports RM 11,749,531,349 (RM 11.75 billion)

Total Trade RM 20,703,348,065 (RM 20.70 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -2,795,714,633 (RM -2.80 billion)

Rank 9

Crude Materials, Inedible, Except Fuels

Export Strength 41.90%

Exports RM 4,406,002,735 (RM 4.41 billion)

Imports RM 6,108,990,113 (RM 6.11 billion)

Total Trade RM 10,514,992,848 (RM 10.51 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -1,702,987,378 (RM -1.70 billion)

Rank 10

Food and Live Animals

Export Strength 40.55%

Exports RM 4,834,780,427 (RM 4.83 billion)

Imports RM 7,086,989,476 (RM 7.09 billion)

Total Trade RM 11,921,769,903 (RM 11.92 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -2,252,209,049 (RM -2.25 billion)

Source: Official Malaysia open data from data.gov.my and the Department of Statistics Malaysia. Figures are grouped by Standard International Trade Classification sections. Recent figures may be provisional and subject to revision.

Understanding Malaysia’s Export Strength by Sector

Export strength shows how much of a sector’s total trade comes from exports. A sector with a high export share is more export-driven, while a sector with a low export share is more import-dependent. This dashboard helps compare Malaysia’s major trade sectors beyond simple export value alone.

For example, a sector may have a large export value but also a large import value. Another sector may be smaller in total value but strongly export-oriented. Looking at export share helps businesses understand which sectors are more outward-facing and which sectors rely more heavily on imported goods.

This information is useful for exporters, manufacturers, logistics providers, freight forwarders, packaging suppliers, researchers, analysts, procurement teams, investors, students, and business owners studying Malaysia’s trade structure.

Why Export Strength Matters

Export-heavy sectors may indicate strong international demand, domestic production capability, commodity competitiveness, or established overseas markets. These sectors may generate demand for outbound logistics, export documentation, port coordination, container movement, cargo handling, and international shipment planning.

For companies involved in bulk liquid logistics and industrial packaging, export-driven sectors such as edible oils, chemicals, food products, fuels, and manufactured goods may be especially relevant when they involve liquid, semi-liquid, food-grade, or industrial cargo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does export strength mean?

Export strength means the percentage of a sector’s total trade that comes from exports.

How is export share calculated?

Export share is calculated as exports divided by total trade, multiplied by 100.

Is the largest export sector always the strongest export-driven sector?

Not always. A sector may have a high export value but also a high import value. Export strength focuses on export share, not only total export amount.

How often is the data updated?

The official trade data is generally updated monthly. Recent figures may be provisional and subject to revision.

Data Notice:
The figures displayed on this page are based on official Malaysia open data and are provided for general information and reference. Recent figures may be provisional and subject to revision by the official data provider.