Austria’s Tapioca Starch Trade: Examining Exports, Imports, and Tariffs

Austria, a prominent player in the global tapioca starch market, has experienced significant developments in both its export and import activities.

Exports

In 2021, Austria recorded tapioca starch exports worth $1.61 million, establishing itself as the 15th largest exporter of this product globally. Tapioca starch ranked as the 2743rd most exported commodity in Austria during the same year. Germany emerged as the primary destination for Austria’s tapioca starch exports, accounting for $618k in export value. Poland, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Hungary were also significant destinations, with export values of $289k, $197k, $118k, and $99.3k, respectively.

Austria experienced substantial growth in its export markets for tapioca starch between 2020 and 2021, driven primarily by increased exports to Poland ($276k), Germany ($166k), and the United Kingdom ($120k). These developments underscore the expanding demand for Austria’s tapioca starch in these countries.

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaMorocco580
AsiaIndia1,196
AsiaIsrael9,871
AsiaSouth Korea16
AsiaThailand56,989
AsiaTurkey4,330
EuropeSwitzerland41
EuropeGermany617,916
EuropeSpain39,728
EuropeFrance55,027
EuropeUnited Kingdom197,311
EuropeHungary99,343
EuropeItaly5,140
EuropeNetherlands118,057
EuropePoland289,432
EuropeRomania2,120
EuropeRussia225
EuropeUkraine514
North AmericaCanada8,223
North AmericaUnited States89,910
South AmericaBrazil13,068
South AmericaChile3,581
Table: Where Does Austria Export Its Tapioca Starch (2021)

Imports

In 2021, Austria imported tapioca starch worth $2.09 million, positioning the country as the 33rd largest importer of this product globally. Tapioca starch ranked as the 3098th most imported commodity in Austria during the same year.

Germany emerged as the primary source of Austria’s tapioca starch imports, contributing $1.15 million. Additionally, the country imported significant quantities from the Netherlands ($738k), Belgium ($94k), Thailand ($62.9k), and Japan ($35.3k).

Austria’s Tapioca Starch Imports

Austria’s import market for tapioca starch demonstrated notable growth between 2020 and 2021, driven by increased imports from the Netherlands ($288k), Germany ($145k), and Belgium ($94k). These figures indicate the rising demand for tapioca starch within Austria and the reliance on neighboring countries for its supply.

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaRwanda25
AsiaChina197
AsiaJapan35,296
AsiaThailand62,868
AsiaChinese Taipei2,247
EuropeBelgium93,992
EuropeSwitzerland229
EuropeGermany1,146,684
EuropeSpain3,055
EuropeUnited Kingdom89
EuropeCroatia5,240
EuropeItaly1,979
EuropeNetherlands737,824
EuropePoland274
EuropePortugal220
EuropeSlovakia14
North AmericaUnited States144
South AmericaBrazil17
Table: Where Does Austria Import Its Tapioca Starch (2021)

Tariffs

In 2017, the average tariff imposed on tapioca starch imports in Austria stood at 22.6%. Notably, the countries with the highest import tariffs on tapioca starch were the Republic of the Congo, Cape Verde, Algeria, Western Sahara, and Gabon, all with a Most Favoured Nation duty rate treatment of 47.9%. These tariff rates highlight the trade policies and protective measures implemented by these countries to regulate the inflow of tapioca starch imports.

Conclusion

Austria’s involvement in the tapioca starch trade showcases its significant presence in the global market. The country has experienced remarkable growth in both its export and import markets, with Germany playing a central role as both a key destination and a primary source. The expansion of Austria’s trade with Poland, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands further illustrates the increasing demand for Austrian tapioca starch. As trade policies and tariffs continue to shape the industry, stakeholders in the tapioca starch trade must remain vigilant about evolving market dynamics to capitalize on opportunities and navigate challenges effectively in Austria’s dynamic market environment.

Data from BACI