The Netherlands’ Tapioca Starch Trade: Import and Export Trends

The Netherlands has established itself as a prominent player in the global tapioca starch market, excelling in both exports and imports of this versatile commodity.

The Netherlands’ Tapioca Starch Exports

In 2021, the Netherlands exported an impressive $14.5 million worth of tapioca starch, securing its position as the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide. Tapioca starch ranked as the 2341st most exported product from the Netherlands, illustrating its significance within the country’s diverse export portfolio.

Germany emerged as the primary destination for Dutch tapioca starch exports, accounting for the largest share with imports valued at $5.26 million. France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Belgium were also major importers of Dutch tapioca starch, contributing respective values of $1.93 million, $1.25 million, $1.2 million, and $1.07 million.

Between 2020 and 2021, the Netherlands experienced considerable growth in its tapioca starch export markets. Germany exhibited the highest growth rate, with an increase of $1.41 million. Poland and Greece also showcased noteworthy growth during this period, with increases of $575k and $485k, respectively.

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaMali231
AfricaSouth Africa105,059
AsiaUnited Arab Emirates67,764
AsiaCyprus2,866
AsiaIsrael31,416
AsiaSouth Korea20
AsiaLebanon13,654
AsiaMacau14,346
AsiaSingapore121
AsiaThailand157
AsiaTurkey15
EuropeAustria737,824
EuropeBelgium1,072,060
EuropeBulgaria14,787
EuropeSwitzerland24,868
EuropeCzechia49,258
EuropeGermany5,257,577
EuropeDenmark148,192
EuropeSpain573,998
EuropeEstonia43,541
EuropeFinland87,480
EuropeFrance1,925,975
EuropeUnited Kingdom1,253,471
EuropeGreece602,470
EuropeCroatia17,392
EuropeHungary82,018
EuropeIreland28,412
EuropeIceland6,726
EuropeItaly1,196,931
EuropeLithuania356
EuropeLuxembourg5,017
EuropeLatvia925
EuropeNorway60,553
EuropePoland739,003
EuropePortugal43,016
EuropeRomania26,027
EuropeSerbia427
EuropeSlovakia4,583
EuropeSlovenia4,106
EuropeSweden41,852
North AmericaAruba22
North AmericaTrinidad and Tobago37,955
North AmericaUnited States121,094
OceaniaAustralia61,789
Table: Where the Netherlands Export Its Tapioca Starch (2021)

The Netherlands’ Tapioca Starch Imports

In 2021, the Netherlands imported a significant $17.5 million worth of tapioca starch, positioning itself as the 10th largest global importer of this commodity. Tapioca starch ranked as the 2392nd most imported product in the Netherlands, highlighting its importance within the country’s import landscape.

Thailand emerged as the primary source of tapioca starch imports for the Netherlands, constituting a substantial share with imports valued at $9.39 million. Belgium, Brazil, Germany, and Nicaragua were also notable import partners, contributing respective values of $4.76 million, $1.26 million, $705k, and $495k.

Between 2020 and 2021, the Netherlands witnessed significant growth in its import market for tapioca starch. Belgium demonstrated the highest growth rate, with an increase of $4.73 million. Thailand and Nicaragua also displayed notable growth during this period, with increases of $972k and $453k, respectively.

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaGuinea9,108
AfricaNigeria4,204
AfricaTogo24,419
AsiaChina1,377
AsiaCyprus15
AsiaIndia19,690
AsiaCambodia140,996
AsiaSingapore1,869
AsiaThailand9,387,730
AsiaVietnam208,624
AsiaChinese Taipei14,326
EuropeAustria118,057
EuropeBelgium4,757,839
EuropeBulgaria17
EuropeCzechia157
EuropeGermany705,428
EuropeDenmark2,398
EuropeSpain4,804
EuropeEstonia17
EuropeFinland57
EuropeFrance19,204
EuropeUnited Kingdom29,476
EuropeGreece15
EuropeCroatia16
EuropeHungary121
EuropeIreland104
EuropeItaly16,248
EuropeLithuania44
EuropeLuxembourg394
EuropeLatvia63
EuropeMalta2
EuropePoland109
EuropePortugal1,807
EuropeRomania182
EuropeSlovakia24
EuropeSlovenia57
EuropeSweden233
North AmericaDominican Republic263
North AmericaNicaragua494,846
North AmericaUnited States32,922
South AmericaBrazil1,261,089
South AmericaEcuador38,605
South AmericaParaguay157,140
South AmericaSuriname2,365
Table: Where Does the Netherlands Import Its Tapioca Starch (2021)

Tariffs

In 2017, the average tariff for the Netherlands on tapioca starch was 22.6%. Notably, several countries imposed the highest import tariffs on tapioca starch, including the Republic of the Congo, Cape Verde, Algeria, Western Sahara, and Gabon, all applying a Most Favored Nation duty rate treatment of 47.9%.

Importing Tapioca Starch from Vietnam

Vietnam has emerged as a prominent supplier of tapioca starch to the the Netherlands market. In 2021, the total value of tapioca starch imports from Vietnam amounted to an impressive $208,624. This significant figure indicates that Vietnam’s tapioca starch holds a strong position in the market and is poised to maintain its presence in the Netherlands in the years to come. The reasons behind this sustained importation are primarily attributed to the product’s superior quality and competitive pricing.

the Netherlands benefits from Vietnam’s tapioca starch exports, which provide a dependable supply of this vital ingredient. The substantial import value from Vietnam underscores the Netherlands’ 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 the Netherlands’ demand for this essential product.

Source: BACI and General Statistics Office of Vietnam