Corn starch imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of corn starch by the United Kingdom reached $56.5 million in 2024 (50.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 206 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $56.5M | 50.2K t |
| 2023 | $61.9M | 47.1K t |
| 2022 | $64.5M | 61.8K t |
| 2021 | $55.1M | 82.9K t |
| 2020 | $51.5M | 69.1K t |
| 2019 | $59.5M | 82.6K t |
| 2018 | $62.3M | 88.9K t |
| 2017 | $59.9M | 89.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports corn starch from
The largest suppliers were Germany (34%), France (16%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+596% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $19.3M | 34% |
| France | $9.2M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $6.1M | 11% |
| Spain | $5.9M | 10% |
| Belgium | $4.0M | 7% |
| United States | $3.6M | 6.4% |
| Romania | $3.0M | 5.3% |
| Bulgaria | $1.0M | 1.8% |
| Israel | $784K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $660K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 92% above the world average of $0.59. 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.
Corn starch exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $2.4 million of corn starch in 2024 (958 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (44%), Ireland (12%), China (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 44% |
| Ireland | $297K | 12% |
| China | $296K | 12% |
| United States | $209K | 8.7% |
| Germany | $199K | 8.3% |
| Poland | $79K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $70K | 2.9% |
| France | $46K | 1.9% |
| Nigeria | $31K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $21K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom corn starch imports (HS 1108.12): 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 1108.12: Starch: maize (corn) starch.
Common questions
What is the value of corn starch imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported corn starch worth $56.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 50.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 206 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply corn starch to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($19.3 million), followed by France (16%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 596% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $0.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of corn starch to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.9 million in 2017 to $56.5 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $64.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export corn starch?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $54.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn starch?
The HS code for corn starch is subheading 1108.12. It sits in HS chapter 11 (products of the milling industry; malt, starches, inulin, wheat gluten). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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