2. Chemicals and chemical products: This includes pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, plastics, and other chemical substances used in various industries.
3. Energy products: Ireland imports significant amounts of crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas, and coal to meet its energy needs.
4. Food and agricultural products: Despite its strong agricultural industry, Ireland imports certain food products, including tropical fruits, nuts, rice, and processed food items, to supplement domestic production.
5. Raw materials and semi-manufactures: This includes materials like metal ores, textiles, yarns, and other intermediate goods used in various manufacturing processes.
6. Miscellaneous manufactured goods: This includes a wide range of items such as clothing, furniture, consumer electronics, toys, and household goods.