France CIF imports incl. DOM: French Polynesia
France CIF imports incl. DOM: French Polynesia stood at 2 EUR million in Aug 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Trade by partner country table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2016 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Trade by partner country table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
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| CIF imports of France incl. overseas departments - From: French Polynesia - Data of collection - NAF rev. 2 - Raw series | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | |
| CIF imports of France incl. overseas departments - From: Serbia and Montenegro - Data of collection - NAF rev. 2 | 119 | 107 | 119 | 102 | 109 | 116 | 86 | 99 | 88 | 91 |
Understanding france CIF imports incl. DOM: French Polynesia
Unadjusted customs collection data records physical merchandise shipments entering domestic territory from French Polynesia, utilizing the cost, insurance, and freight (CIF) valuation approach. The measurement tallies the landed cost of tangible goods, incorporating purchase prices alongside freight and insurance charges accrued up to the national frontier, while omitting services and financial capital movements. This series remains in a raw format, unadjusted for working days or seasonal variations, setting it apart from smoothed statistical indicators. The specific geographic attribution allows researchers to isolate trade patterns linked exclusively to this South Pacific territory rather than broader regional aggregates.
Interpreting these monthly figures requires awareness of maritime logistics constraints and seasonal harvesting or production cycles that can cause sharp swings in trade values. Analysts should examine annual growth metrics to avoid misinterpreting temporary shipping delays as structural economic shifts. Early estimates are subject to routine administrative revisions as delayed customs paperwork is processed. Users comparing these figures to national accounts should verify whether the underlying valuation basis has been converted from CIF to free on board.
Frequently asked questions
- What components make up the valuation total for imports from French Polynesia?
- The total includes the basic commodity price plus international transport and insurance costs up to the border.
- How does the raw format affect short-term data analysis?
- The lack of seasonal adjustment means calendar effects and shipping schedules can create large month-to-month volatility.
- Are service sector transactions captured in this merchandise import series?
- No, only physical goods crossing customs borders are counted.