Poland’s growing exports of tapioca starch to destinations such as Israel, the United Kingdom, and Guatemala highlight its expanding presence in the global market. Concurrently, Poland’s imports from the Netherlands, Vietnam, and Germany signify its increasing demand for tapioca starch as a key ingredient in various industries.
Poland’s Tapioca Starch Exports
In 2021, Poland exported approximately $192k worth of tapioca starch, securing its rank as the 35th largest global exporter of this product. Tapioca starch occupied the 3950th spot among Poland’s most exported goods, underscoring its modest prominence within the country’s overall export portfolio.
Israel emerged as the primary destination for Poland’s tapioca starch exports, with imports valued at $67.6k. The United Kingdom, Finland, Guatemala, and Russia were also significant trade partners, receiving respective values of $48.1k, $17k, $13.6k, and $8.25k worth of tapioca starch.
Between 2020 and 2021, Poland experienced notable growth in its export markets for tapioca starch. Israel demonstrated the highest growth rate, with an increase of $67.6k. The United Kingdom and Guatemala also showed positive growth during this period, with increases of $46.1k and $13.6k, respectively.
| Continent | Country | Trade Value |
| Asia | Cyprus | 29 |
| Asia | Georgia | 976 |
| Asia | India | 2,934 |
| Asia | Israel | 67,564 |
| Europe | Austria | 274 |
| Europe | Bulgaria | 6 |
| Europe | Czechia | 2,937 |
| Europe | Germany | 379 |
| Europe | Denmark | 254 |
| Europe | Estonia | 248 |
| Europe | Finland | 16,978 |
| Europe | France | 1,160 |
| Europe | United Kingdom | 48,076 |
| Europe | Greece | 7,392 |
| Europe | Hungary | 7,474 |
| Europe | Ireland | 1,922 |
| Europe | Italy | 2,480 |
| Europe | Lithuania | 2,607 |
| Europe | Latvia | 1,374 |
| Europe | Moldova | 348 |
| Europe | Netherlands | 109 |
| Europe | Romania | 1,941 |
| Europe | Russia | 8,248 |
| Europe | Sweden | 172 |
| Europe | Ukraine | 991 |
| North America | Guatemala | 13,559 |
| North America | Nicaragua | 1,866 |
Poland’s Tapioca Starch Imports
In 2021, Poland imported approximately $3M worth of tapioca starch, securing its position as the 27th largest global importer of this product. Tapioca starch occupied the 3278th spot among Poland’s most imported goods, indicating its moderate significance within the country’s overall import landscape.
The Netherlands stood out as the primary source of Poland’s tapioca starch imports, accounting for the majority share with imports valued at $739k. Vietnam, Germany, Austria, and Belgium were also significant import partners, contributing respective values of $466k, $454k, $289k, and $276k.
Between 2020 and 2021, Poland experienced notable growth in its import market for tapioca starch. The Netherlands exhibited the highest growth rate, with an increase of $575k. Austria and Belgium also demonstrated positive growth during this period, with increases of $276k and $274k, respectively.
| Continent | Country | Trade Value |
| Asia | China | 74,390 |
| Asia | India | 854 |
| Asia | Cambodia | 40,681 |
| Asia | Thailand | 261,349 |
| Asia | Vietnam | 465,776 |
| Europe | Austria | 289,432 |
| Europe | Belgium | 276,058 |
| Europe | Bulgaria | 1,596 |
| Europe | Czechia | 11,839 |
| Europe | Germany | 453,722 |
| Europe | Denmark | 177,758 |
| Europe | France | 10,153 |
| Europe | United Kingdom | 34,064 |
| Europe | Italy | 211 |
| Europe | Netherlands | 739,003 |
| Europe | Portugal | 212 |
| Europe | Sweden | 158,731 |
| North America | Canada | 366 |
| North America | United States | 561 |
| Oceania | Australia | 147 |
| South America | Brazil | 859 |
Poland’s Tapioca Starch Tariffs
In 2017, the average tariff for tapioca starch in Poland was relatively high, reaching 41.5%. Notably, certain countries imposed the highest import tariffs on tapioca starch. The Republic of the Congo, Cape Verde, Algeria, Western Sahara, and Gabon all had a Most Favoured Nation duty rate treatment of 47.9%.
Importing Tapioca Starch from Vietnam
Vietnam has emerged as a prominent supplier of tapioca starch to the Poland market. In 2021, the total value of tapioca starch imports from Vietnam amounted to an impressive $465,776. This significant figure indicates that Vietnam’s tapioca starch holds a strong position in the market and is poised to maintain its presence in Poland in the years to come. The reasons behind this sustained importation are primarily attributed to the product’s superior quality and competitive pricing.
Poland benefits from Vietnam’s tapioca starch exports, which provide a dependable supply of this vital ingredient. The substantial import value from Vietnam underscores Poland’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 Poland’s demand for this essential product.
Source: BACI and General Statistics Office of Vietnam