Starch finishing agent trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in starch finishing agent was worth $86.5 million in 2024, about 73.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 24% since 2017, and down 19% 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 | $86.5M | 73.6K t |
| 2023 | $106.5M | 79.8K t |
| 2022 | $121.4M | 92.0K t |
| 2021 | $108.8M | 98.1K t |
| 2020 | $86.5M | 81.2K t |
| 2019 | $108.5M | 87.6K t |
| 2018 | $113.0M | 83.9K t |
| 2017 | $113.5M | 104.9K t |
Top starch finishing agent exporting countries
Mexico is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by Germany and the United States. The top three supply 46% between them, out of 89 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $15.7M | 18% |
| Germany | $13.3M | 15% |
| United States | $10.5M | 12% |
| Italy | $5.5M | 6.3% |
| Thailand | $4.2M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $4.0M | 4.6% |
| France | $3.9M | 4.5% |
| Austria | $3.7M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $3.2M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $3.1M | 3.6% |
| India | $3.0M | 3.5% |
| China | $2.8M | 3.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Portugal. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 168 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $16.7M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.9M | 10% |
| Portugal | $6.0M | 7% |
| France | $3.1M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 3.2% |
| Laos | $2.4M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $2.3M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $2.31 per kg and Austria $0.63 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 3809.10: Finishing agents and dye carriers: to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in textile, paper, leather etc industries, with basis of amylaceous substances, n.e.c.. HS 3809 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most starch finishing agent?
Mexico exported $15.7 million in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by Germany (15%) and the United States (12%). In all, 89 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most starch finishing agent?
The United States imported $16.7 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (10%) and Portugal (7%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in starch finishing agent?
It was worth $86.5 million in 2024, about 73.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 24% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $121.4 million. 89 countries reported exports and 168 reported imports.
What is the average price of starch finishing agent per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $2.31 per kg and Austria $0.63 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for starch finishing agent?
The HS code for starch finishing agent is subheading 3809.10, in chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3809 page.
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