Starch finishing agent imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of starch finishing agent by the United States reached $16.7 million in 2024 (17.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 168 countries for imports of this product. That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $16.7M | 17.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.5M | 10.7K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 723 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 614 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 537 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 534 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 368 t |
Where the United States imports starch finishing agent from
Mexico alone supplied 90% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $15.1M | 90% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 7% |
| Germany | $174K | 1% |
| Brazil | $64K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $63K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $54K | 0.3% |
| France | $49K | 0.3% |
| Honduras | $37K | 0.2% |
| India | $18K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, close to the world average of $1.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Starch finishing agent exports from the United States
The United States exported $10.5 million of starch finishing agent in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 89 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (17%), Canada (15%), Kuwait (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.8M | 17% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 15% |
| Kuwait | $1.1M | 10% |
| Ghana | $690K | 6.6% |
| India | $573K | 5.5% |
| Philippines | $500K | 4.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $360K | 3.4% |
| Colombia | $336K | 3.2% |
| Costa Rica | $327K | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $316K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States starch finishing agent imports (HS 3809.10): 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 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..
Common questions
What is the value of starch finishing agent imported by the United States?
The United States imported starch finishing agent worth $16.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 168 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply starch finishing agent to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($15.1 million), followed by the United Kingdom (7%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of starch finishing agent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $1.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of starch finishing agent to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $16.7 million in 2024, an increase of 626%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export starch finishing agent?
Yes. The United States exported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Kuwait. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for starch finishing agent?
The HS code for starch finishing agent is subheading 3809.10. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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