Plant-derived thickeners imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Jordan imported plant-derived thickeners worth $3.1 million (275 tonnes). That is 63% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.1M | 275 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 148 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 147 t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 147 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 164 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 140 t |
| 2018 | $988K | 102 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 111 t |
Where Jordan imports plant-derived thickeners from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+429% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.7M | 55% |
| United Kingdom | $483K | 16% |
| China | $350K | 11% |
| Philippines | $204K | 6.7% |
| Chile | $166K | 5.4% |
| India | $165K | 5.4% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.13 per kg, 30% above the world average of $8.56. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
The shipment records behind Jordan plant-derived thickeners imports (HS 1302.39): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 1302.39: Mucilages and thickeners: whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products, n.e.c. in item no. 1302.3.
Common questions
What is the value of plant-derived thickeners imported by Jordan?
Jordan imported plant-derived thickeners worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 275 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply plant-derived thickeners to Jordan?
Spain was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (16%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 429% on the year.
What is the average import price of plant-derived thickeners per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.13 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $8.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plant-derived thickeners to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 188%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plant-derived thickeners?
The HS code for plant-derived thickeners is subheading 1302.39. It sits in HS chapter 13 (lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1302 page.
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