The Netherlands leads in European imports of potato starch, recorded at 132.04 million kilograms in 2023. Notable importers included Germany with 96.46 million kilograms and Belgium with 68.472 million kilograms. The Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium showed year-on-year increases of 5.26%, 6.13%, and 2.67%, respectively. The UK saw a modest uptick of 1.85%, while significant reductions occurred in countries like Latvia (-18.27%), Romania (-7.26%), and Malta (-11.16%). On a broader horizon, central and eastern European countries might catch up driven by local food processing industry growth.
Future trends of European potato starch imports may involve increasing demand from emerging markets in Eastern Europe. This shift might be fueled by advancements in food technology and variations in domestic production capability. Sustainability concerns and evolving consumer preferences towards organic and non-GMO products could further shape import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Potato Starch by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 132,040,000 | 2023 | +3.46% | +5.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 96,460,000 | 2023 | +9.21% | +6.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 68,472,000 | 2023 | +6.56% | +2.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 63,510,000 | 2023 | +0.21% | +1.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 49,383,000 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 28,853,000 | 2023 | -2.14% | -1.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 28,506,000 | 2023 | +4.48% | +0.067% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 19,654,000 | 2023 | +3.15% | +3.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 16,942,000 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 6,129,200 | 2023 |
