France leads European maize starch imports in 2023, showing a substantial volume of 210.04 million kilograms and a growth of 10.84% year-on-year. Germany and Italy follow with volumes of 177.78 and 101.52 million kilograms, respectively, with 0.88% and 6.98% growth. The UK, despite holding a significant volume, experienced a decline of 0.5%. Other notable trends include a decrease of 16.17% in Belgium and a growth of 6.75% in Portugal. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has varied greatly across countries, highlighting distinct market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include shifts in trade policies between European countries, potential impacts of sustainability efforts on maize starch production and importation, and advancements in maize processing technologies which could influence demand. Additionally, the effect of geopolitical tensions on supply chains might alter current dynamics, making it crucial to monitor developments closely.
Top countries in Import of Maize Starch by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 210,040,000 | 2023 | +5.64% | +10.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 177,780,000 | 2023 | +1.01% | +0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 101,520,000 | 2023 | +16.15% | +6.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 82,366,000 | 2023 | +0.84% | -0.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 57,164,000 | 2023 | +8.55% | +6.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 48,477,000 | 2023 | +6.06% | +3.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 48,047,000 | 2023 | +1.23% | -0.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 36,872,000 | 2023 | +0.76% | -16.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 30,213,000 | 2023 | +4.25% | +3.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 28,854,000 | 2023 |
