France’s involvement in the tapioca starch trade showcases its significant position as both an exporter and importer of this commodity. While France’s tapioca starch exports hold moderate prominence, its substantial imports from countries like Thailand, the Netherlands, and Germany underscore its role as a major consumer in the global tapioca starch market.
France’s Tapioca Starch Exports
In 2021, France exported $682k worth of tapioca starch, ranking as the 20th largest exporter globally. Tapioca starch held the 4084th position among France’s most exported products, indicating its moderate prominence within the country’s export profile.
The primary destinations for France’s tapioca starch exports were Italy, with imports valued at $208k, followed by Estonia ($157k), Spain ($68.4k), the United Kingdom ($67.2k), and Belgium ($63.5k). These markets absorbed the majority of France’s tapioca starch exports.
Between 2020 and 2021, France experienced notable growth in its tapioca starch exports to Spain, with an increase of $56.1k. Belgium and Czechia also demonstrated positive growth during this period, with increases of $41.3k and $19.2k, respectively. These developments signify France’s expanding presence in these markets and its efforts to boost tapioca starch exports.
| Continent | Country | Trade Value |
| Africa | Burkina Faso | 396 |
| Africa | Cote d’Ivoire | 227 |
| Africa | Republic of the Congo | 88 |
| Asia | China | 56 |
| Asia | Israel | 123 |
| Asia | Cambodia | 1,823 |
| Asia | Singapore | 835 |
| Europe | Belgium | 63,507 |
| Europe | Switzerland | 9,790 |
| Europe | Czechia | 20,495 |
| Europe | Germany | 468 |
| Europe | Denmark | 62 |
| Europe | Spain | 68,394 |
| Europe | Estonia | 157,411 |
| Europe | Finland | 43 |
| Europe | United Kingdom | 67,229 |
| Europe | Hungary | 33 |
| Europe | Italy | 207,866 |
| Europe | Lithuania | 4,275 |
| Europe | Luxembourg | 542 |
| Europe | Netherlands | 19,204 |
| Europe | Norway | 46,334 |
| Europe | Poland | 10,153 |
| Europe | Portugal | 948 |
| Europe | Slovakia | 205 |
| North America | Canada | 1,239 |
France’s Tapioca Starch Imports
In 2021, France imported a substantial $7.38M worth of tapioca starch, positioning itself as the 15th largest global importer of this product. Tapioca starch ranked 3331st on France’s list of imported goods, highlighting its significant role within the country’s import landscape.
France primarily sourced tapioca starch from Thailand, accounting for a significant portion valued at $3.02M. The Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and Brazil were also notable import partners, supplying respective values of $1.93M, $1.73M, $168k, and $98.4k.
Between 2020 and 2021, France experienced remarkable growth in its import market for tapioca starch from the Netherlands, with an increase of $341k. Belgium and Brazil also demonstrated growth, with increases of $164k and $92.9k, respectively. These developments indicate France’s increasing reliance on these countries to fulfill its tapioca starch requirements.
| Continent | Country | Trade Value |
| Africa | Benin | 1,223 |
| Africa | Cote d’Ivoire | 6,288 |
| Africa | Cameroon | 6,642 |
| Africa | Democratic Republic of the Congo | 20,570 |
| Africa | Republic of the Congo | 1,424 |
| Africa | Ghana | 722 |
| Africa | Nigeria | 2,748 |
| Africa | Senegal | 216 |
| Africa | Togo | 23,811 |
| Asia | China | 131 |
| Asia | India | 527 |
| Asia | Malaysia | 1,211 |
| Asia | Singapore | 726 |
| Asia | Thailand | 3,016,606 |
| Asia | Vietnam | 90,317 |
| Asia | Chinese Taipei | 12,840 |
| Europe | Austria | 55,027 |
| Europe | Belgium | 167,904 |
| Europe | Czechia | 505 |
| Europe | Germany | 1,728,143 |
| Europe | Spain | 17,353 |
| Europe | United Kingdom | 17,718 |
| Europe | Italy | 7,199 |
| Europe | Netherlands | 1,925,975 |
| Europe | Poland | 1,160 |
| Europe | Portugal | 39,525 |
| Europe | Slovakia | 12,086 |
| Europe | Sweden | 492 |
| North America | Dominican Republic | 2,520 |
| North America | Haiti | 1,523 |
| North America | Nicaragua | 28,693 |
| North America | United States | 3 |
| Oceania | French Polynesia | 52 |
| South America | Brazil | 98,367 |
| South America | Paraguay | 82,870 |
| South America | Suriname | 2,566 |
Tariffs
As of 2017, France faced an average tariff rate of 22.6% on tapioca starch imports. Notably, the countries with the highest import tariffs on tapioca starch were the Republic of the Congo, Cape Verde, Algeria, Western Sahara, and Gabon. These nations applied a Most Favoured Nation duty rate treatment of 47.9%, presenting challenges to France’s tapioca starch imports.
Importing Tapioca Starch from Vietnam
Vietnam has emerged as a prominent supplier of tapioca starch to the France market. In 2021, the total value of tapioca starch imports from Vietnam amounted to an impressive $90,317. This significant figure indicates that Vietnam’s tapioca starch holds a strong position in the market and is poised to maintain its presence in France in the years to come. The reasons behind this sustained importation are primarily attributed to the product’s superior quality and competitive pricing.
France benefits from Vietnam’s tapioca starch exports, which provide a dependable supply of this vital ingredient. The substantial import value from Vietnam underscores France’s confidence in Vietnam as a trusted and preferred partner for fulfilling its tapioca starch requirements. With its consistent quality and competitive pricing, Vietnam’s tapioca starch has proven to be a reliable source that meets France’s demand for this essential product.
NguyenStarch – Vietnam Tapioca Starch Manufacturer and Supplier
Source: BACI and General Statistics Office of Vietnam