Malaysia Export Strength Dashboard

Malaysia Trade Intelligence

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: March 2026

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

Latest Data Period March 2026

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

Export Share of Top Sector 83.14%

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 83.14%

Exports RM 5,872,816,498 (RM 5.87 billion)

Imports RM 1,190,951,832 (RM 1.19 billion)

Total Trade RM 7,063,768,330 (RM 7.06 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 4,681,864,666 (RM 4.68 billion)

Rank 2

Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles

Export Strength 67.88%

Exports RM 17,817,880,070 (RM 17.82 billion)

Imports RM 8,429,470,610 (RM 8.43 billion)

Total Trade RM 26,247,350,680 (RM 26.25 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 9,388,409,460 (RM 9.39 billion)

Rank 3

Mineral Fuels, Lubricants and Related Materials

Export Strength 59.18%

Exports RM 16,011,233,441 (RM 16.01 billion)

Imports RM 11,046,014,791 (RM 11.05 billion)

Total Trade RM 27,057,248,232 (RM 27.06 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 4,965,218,650 (RM 4.97 billion)

Rank 4

Machinery and Transport Equipment

Export Strength 54.02%

Exports RM 80,492,049,894 (RM 80.49 billion)

Imports RM 68,501,913,346 (RM 68.50 billion)

Total Trade RM 148,993,963,240 (RM 148.99 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 11,990,136,548 (RM 11.99 billion)

Rank 5

Manufactured Goods Classified Chiefly by Material

Export Strength 52.81%

Exports RM 11,302,933,756 (RM 11.30 billion)

Imports RM 10,101,180,058 (RM 10.10 billion)

Total Trade RM 21,404,113,814 (RM 21.40 billion)

Trade Surplus RM 1,201,753,698 (RM 1.20 billion)

Rank 6

Beverages and Tobacco

Export Strength 46.67%

Exports RM 223,670,990 (RM 223.67 million)

Imports RM 255,554,979 (RM 255.55 million)

Total Trade RM 479,225,969 (RM 479.23 million)

Trade Deficit RM -31,883,989 (RM -31.88 million)

Rank 7

Chemicals and Related Products

Export Strength 45.47%

Exports RM 8,056,602,553 (RM 8.06 billion)

Imports RM 9,662,122,873 (RM 9.66 billion)

Total Trade RM 17,718,725,426 (RM 17.72 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -1,605,520,320 (RM -1.61 billion)

Rank 8

Crude Materials, Inedible, Except Fuels

Export Strength 40.73%

Exports RM 3,349,654,797 (RM 3.35 billion)

Imports RM 4,874,562,730 (RM 4.87 billion)

Total Trade RM 8,224,217,527 (RM 8.22 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -1,524,907,933 (RM -1.52 billion)

Rank 9

Food and Live Animals

Export Strength 37.64%

Exports RM 4,008,837,738 (RM 4.01 billion)

Imports RM 6,641,395,675 (RM 6.64 billion)

Total Trade RM 10,650,233,413 (RM 10.65 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -2,632,557,937 (RM -2.63 billion)

Rank 10

Commodities and Transactions Not Elsewhere Classified

Export Strength 31.62%

Exports RM 1,616,624,419 (RM 1.62 billion)

Imports RM 3,495,919,543 (RM 3.50 billion)

Total Trade RM 5,112,543,962 (RM 5.11 billion)

Trade Deficit RM -1,879,295,124 (RM -1.88 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.