Starch adhesive imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $21.1 million of starch adhesive in 2024 (25.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. That is 21% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $26.7 million.
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 | $21.1M | 25.3K t |
| 2023 | $26.7M | 27.3K t |
| 2022 | $24.7M | 24.7K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 11.5K t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 17.1K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 16.0K t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 17.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.7M | 18.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports starch adhesive from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $18.4M | 88% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 7.7% |
| Serbia | $675K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $82K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $66K | 0.3% |
| France | $29K | 0.1% |
| United States | $27K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $22K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $21K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $17K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.83 per kg, 21% below the world average of $1.05, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Starch adhesive exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of starch adhesive by the United Kingdom reached $9.4 million in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. Most of it went to Germany (34%), Italy (15%), Poland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+384% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.2M | 35% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 15% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 11% |
| Uzbekistan | $880K | 9.4% |
| Ukraine | $422K | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $386K | 4.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $300K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $256K | 2.7% |
| Slovakia | $177K | 1.9% |
| France | $150K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom starch adhesive imports (HS 3505.20): 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 3505.20: Glues: based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of starch adhesive imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported starch adhesive worth $21.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 198 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply starch adhesive to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (8%) and Serbia (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 75% on the year.
What is the average import price of starch adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $1.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of starch adhesive to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.7 million in 2017 to $21.1 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. The peak was 2023 at $26.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export starch adhesive?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $9.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Italy and Poland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for starch adhesive?
The HS code for starch adhesive is subheading 3505.20. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3505 page.
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