Wheat starch imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wheat starch by the United States reached $29.9 million in 2024 (41.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 157 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $29.9M | 41.3K t |
| 2023 | $29.8M | 35.5K t |
| 2022 | $23.1M | 31.9K t |
| 2021 | $19.2M | 32.6K t |
| 2020 | $14.6M | 26.2K t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 24.5K t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 10.9K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 22.5K t |
Where the United States imports wheat starch from
One supplier dominates: Australia accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $17.2M | 58% |
| Canada | $6.6M | 22% |
| Argentina | $1.8M | 6% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 5.1% |
| Hungary | $1.0M | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $785K | 2.6% |
| China | $352K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $291K | 1% |
| Japan | $85K | 0.3% |
| New Zealand | $34K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, 41% above the world average of $0.51. 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.
Wheat starch exports from the United States
The United States exported $6.4 million of wheat starch in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (48%), Mexico (33%), Guatemala (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.0M | 48% |
| Mexico | $2.1M | 33% |
| Guatemala | $620K | 9.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $162K | 2.5% |
| Chile | $103K | 1.6% |
| Philippines | $73K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $47K | 0.7% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $38K | 0.6% |
| Jamaica | $36K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $29K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 1108.11: Starch: wheat.
Common questions
What is the value of wheat starch imported by the United States?
The United States imported wheat starch worth $29.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 157 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply wheat starch to the United States?
Australia was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($17.2 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Argentina (6%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of wheat starch per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $0.51 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of wheat starch to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $29.9 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export wheat starch?
Yes. The United States exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Guatemala. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for wheat starch?
The HS code for wheat starch is subheading 1108.11. 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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