Starch adhesive exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $8.5 million of starch adhesive in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 3.1K t |
Where the United States exports starch adhesive to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (35%), Canada (24%), Thailand (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.0M | 35% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 24% |
| Thailand | $1.1M | 14% |
| Indonesia | $308K | 3.6% |
| India | $240K | 2.8% |
| Japan | $223K | 2.6% |
| Bahamas | $222K | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $109K | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | $92K | 1.1% |
| Australia | $87K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, 164% above the world average of $1.05. 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.
Starch adhesive imports to the United States
The United States imported $5.6 million of starch adhesive in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (34%), Austria (26%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.9M | 34% |
| Austria | $1.5M | 26% |
| China | $859K | 15% |
| Canada | $795K | 14% |
| Turkey | $183K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $129K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $69K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $50K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $30K | 0.5% |
| Mexico | $27K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States starch adhesive exports (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 exported by the United States?
The United States exported starch adhesive worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 127 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy starch adhesive from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Canada (24%) and Thailand (14%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 75 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average export price of starch adhesive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 164% above 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 exports of starch adhesive from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2022 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import starch adhesive?
Yes. The United States imported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Austria and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.9 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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