Vietnam’s imports from Singapore rose 9.34 percent in September 2025 to US$455.89 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year-to-date imports reached US$4.46 billion, highlighting Singapore’s continued importance as a key supplier of refined fuels, electronics and industrial equipment.
Petroleum products remained the largest import item at US$131.04 million, though slightly down 1.06 percent from August.
Computers, electrical products and components surged 24.21 percent to US$100.06 million, reflecting stronger demand from Vietnam’s electronics sector.
Imports of machinery, tools and instruments also increased 24.25 percent to US$33.30 million, driven by manufacturing and infrastructure needs.
Essential oils, cosmetics and related goods rose 4.20 percent to US$31.02 million, while edible food preparations jumped 71.81 percent to US$26.23 million.
Several smaller categories saw sharp monthly gains, including paper, ores and mineral products, and animal and vegetable oils, though from a low base.
In contrast, plastics, chemicals and petroleum derivatives recorded moderate declines.
Overall, Singapore remains one of Vietnam’s top regional suppliers across energy, technology and consumer goods, reinforcing trade links between the two economies.
Learn more about accessing Vietnam’s consumer market→
| September | August | MoM | YTD | |
| Total | 455.89 | 416.95 | 9.34% | 4,456.73 |
| Petroleum products | 131.04 | 132.45 | -1.06% | 1,854.08 |
| Computers, electrical products, spare-parts and components thereof | 100.06 | 80.56 | 24.21% | 593.02 |
| Other petroleum products | 42.91 | 44.49 | -3.55% | 419.26 |
| Machine, equipment, tools and instruments | 33.30 | 26.80 | 24.25% | 221.25 |
| Essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic | 31.02 | 29.77 | 4.20% | 281.76 |
| Other edible food preparations | 26.23 | 15.27 | 71.81% | 214.21 |
| Plastics | 23.58 | 25.00 | -5.71% | 236.00 |
| Chemical products | 13.58 | 14.99 | -9.41% | 147.38 |
| Other products | 12.68 | 12.88 | -1.58% | 102.11 |
| Ferrous waste and scrap | 9.54 | 9.03 | 5.64% | 51.61 |
| Chemicals | 7.44 | 6.69 | 11.22% | 137.83 |
| Milk and milk products | 6.20 | 4.02 | 54.16% | 44.74 |
| Insecticides, rodenticides and materials | 4.50 | 3.83 | 17.52% | 40.21 |
| Iron and steel products | 2.81 | 2.02 | 38.73% | 15.21 |
| Animal fodders and animal fodder materials | 2.42 | 2.80 | -13.59% | 22.55 |
| Plastic products | 1.91 | 1.98 | -3.32% | 20.57 |
| Pharmaceutical products | 1.88 | 1.29 | 45.13% | 12.18 |
| Paper | 1.08 | 0.14 | 666.96% | 10.58 |
| Pastries, sweets and cereal products | 1.04 | 0.95 | 9.73% | 9.47 |
| Ores and other minerals product | 0.88 | 0.08 | 1052.09% | 4.06 |
| Animal, vegetable fats and oils | 0.52 | 0.19 | 177.43% | 3.44 |
| Insulated wires and cables | 0.43 | 0.92 | -52.76% | 3.46 |
| Other base metal products | 0.36 | 0.23 | 56.82% | 2.59 |
| Other base metals | 0.21 | 0.12 | 83.03% | 2.54 |
| Rubber products | 0.14 | 0.18 | -21.25% | 2.84 |
| Paper products | 0.07 | 0.04 | 70.09% | 0.51 |
| Pharmaceutical materials | 0.03 | 0.17 | -83.08% | 1.36 |
| Fishery products | 0.03 | 0.03 | -17.95% | 0.95 |
| Fabrics | 0.00 | 0.04 | -100.00% | 0.42 |
| Iron and steel | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.07 |
| Other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.14 |
| Textile, leather and footwear materials and auxiliaries | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.35 |
Vietnam—Singapore bilateral trade YTD
Vietnam’s trade with Singapore rose in September 2025, with total turnover increasing 6.69 percent from August to US$959.84 million.
Exports reached US$503.95 million, up 4.41 percent, while imports climbed faster by 9.34 percent to US$455.89 million.
As a result, Vietnam’s trade surplus with Singapore narrowed sharply by 26.89 percent to US$48.06 million.
Year-to-date, Vietnam recorded a trade deficit of US$121.08 million with Singapore.
Vietnam’s balance of trade with Singapore, September 2025 US$millions
| September | August | MoM | YTD | |
| Imports | 455.89 | 416.95 | 9.34% | 4,456.73 |
| Exports | 503.95 | 482.69 | 4.41% | 4,335.66 |
| Total | 959.84 | 899.64 | 6.69% | 8,792.39 |
| Balance (Vietnam) | 48.06 | 65.73 | -26.89% | -121.08 |
Learn more about trade in Vietnam→
Vietnam—Singapore trade overview
Vietnam and Singapore maintain one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic trade relationships, driven by complementary economic strengths.
Singapore serves as a key source of refined fuels, machinery, electronics and financial services, while Vietnam exports manufactured goods, agricultural products and processed materials to Singapore.
Both countries benefit from close cooperation under ASEAN frameworks.
Singapore is also one of Vietnam’s largest foreign investors, contributing to industrial park development, logistics and high-tech manufacturing projects.