Other starchy roots trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in other starchy roots was worth $140.1 million in 2024, about 102.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017, and down 10% 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 | $140.1M | 102.6K t |
| 2023 | $155.4M | 96.2K t |
| 2022 | $232.0M | 128.4K t |
| 2021 | $290.4M | 140.9K t |
| 2020 | $211.5M | 115.5K t |
| 2019 | $154.4M | 97.5K t |
| 2018 | $127.2M | 90.5K t |
| 2017 | $102.9M | 76.6K t |
Top other starchy roots exporting countries
Exports are led by China (37%), Ecuador (10%) and France (5%). 127 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 52%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $52.2M | 37% |
| Ecuador | $13.7M | 9.8% |
| France | $6.7M | 4.8% |
| Belgium | $6.5M | 4.7% |
| Mexico | $5.6M | 4% |
| India | $5.6M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $5.1M | 3.7% |
| Costa Rica | $4.5M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $4.3M | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $3.4M | 2.4% |
| Niger | $3.0M | 2.1% |
| United States | $3.0M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 21% of world imports, ahead of Spain and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 41% across 168 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.2M | 21% |
| Spain | $15.5M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $12.4M | 8.9% |
| Singapore | $8.2M | 5.8% |
| Canada | $6.8M | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $6.0M | 4.3% |
| Malaysia | $5.9M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $5.2M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $4.8M | 3.5% |
| Japan | $4.1M | 3% |
| South Korea | $3.9M | 2.8% |
| France | $3.7M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.37 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ecuador averaged $2.23 per kg and Belgium $1.17 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 0714.90: Vegetable roots and tubers: arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes and similar roots and tubers (not manioc, sweet potatoes, yams, taro or yautia), high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, sliced or not, or in pellet form: sago pith. HS 0714 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most other starchy roots?
China exported $52.2 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by Ecuador (10%) and France (5%). In all, 127 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most other starchy roots?
The United States imported $29.2 million in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of Spain (11%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three importers together take 41%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in other starchy roots?
It was worth $140.1 million in 2024, about 102.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $290.4 million. 127 countries reported exports and 168 reported imports.
What is the average price of other starchy roots per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.37 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ecuador averaged $2.23 per kg and Belgium $1.17 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 other starchy roots?
The HS code for other starchy roots is subheading 0714.90, in chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0714 page.
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