Modified starch trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in modified starch was worth $5.26 billion in 2024, about 4.15 million tonnes. That is an increase of 47% since 2017, and down 6% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.26B | 4.15M t |
| 2023 | $5.60B | 3.86M t |
| 2022 | $5.38B | 4.37M t |
| 2021 | $4.56B | 4.35M t |
| 2020 | $3.93B | 3.99M t |
| 2019 | $3.97B | 4.02M t |
| 2018 | $3.93B | 4.01M t |
| 2017 | $3.59B | 3.99M t |
Top modified starch exporting countries
Exports are led by Thailand (19%), the Netherlands (14%) and Germany (11%). 146 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 43%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $986.6M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $732.5M | 14% |
| Germany | $563.1M | 11% |
| United States | $485.2M | 9.2% |
| France | $355.3M | 6.8% |
| China | $326.2M | 6.2% |
| Austria | $211.9M | 4% |
| Vietnam | $191.3M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $160.0M | 3% |
| Denmark | $157.5M | 3% |
| Italy | $139.2M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $105.3M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Japan. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 25% across 205 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $513.2M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $399.9M | 7.6% |
| Japan | $382.5M | 7.3% |
| United States | $365.2M | 6.9% |
| Indonesia | $194.5M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $180.2M | 3.4% |
| France | $178.8M | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $166.0M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $157.7M | 3% |
| Canada | $157.6M | 3% |
| Poland | $132.3M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $120.3M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.27 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.84 per kg and Vietnam $0.73 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches. HS 3505 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most modified starch?
Thailand exported $986.6 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by the Netherlands (14%) and Germany (11%). In all, 146 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most modified starch?
China imported $513.2 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Japan (7%). The top three importers together take 25%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in modified starch?
It was worth $5.26 billion in 2024, about 4.15 million tonnes. That is an increase of 47% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $5.60 billion. 146 countries reported exports and 205 reported imports.
What is the average price of modified starch per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.27 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.84 per kg and Vietnam $0.73 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for modified starch?
The HS code for modified starch is heading 3505, in chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 3505 page.
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