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Starch dextrin is classified under HS Code 3505.10. This falls under Chapter 35: Albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes, specifically Heading 3505 (Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches), under subheading: Dextrins and other modified starches.
* The data below is specific to the HS code, not the ingredient.
Suppliers
547
Across 54 countries
Shipments
19,756
from 2015 to 2026
Total weight
660M kg
55,997 TEU · standard 20-foot container units
Last shipment
6 months ago
Last updated at Feb 25, 2026
Growth
↑ 53%
Trade under 3505.10 has increased by 53% over the past 6 months
Trade activity indicates a large, active starch dextrin supply chain, with 19,756 shipments totaling roughly 660 million kg from 547 suppliers across 54 countries. The top suppliers are major global starch processors, including Ingredion, Avebe, Emsland, Roquette, and Tate & Lyle, with recent shipments through early 2026. This suggests a mature, well-established market with consistent flow. However, the data reflects all activity under HS code 3505.10, which includes modified starches and industrial adhesives, so the volume is not exclusively starch dextrin. The presence of logistics providers and traders further indicates the data captures broader distribution channels, not just ingredient manufacturing.
HS code 3505.10 covers 'Dextrins and other modified starches,' including pregelatinised or esterified starches and glues based on these materials. This scope is broad and includes industrial adhesive applications, not just food-grade starch dextrin. The classification does not distinguish between dextrin types, food-grade versus industrial-grade, or specific modification processes. Consequently, supplier activity under this code may reflect modified starches for paper, textile, or adhesive uses rather than the specific ingredient. This limits the ability to draw precise conclusions about starch dextrin as a food ingredient from this trade data alone.
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The supplier landscape appears moderately concentrated, with a small number of large global starch processors dominating shipment volumes, alongside a long tail of smaller suppliers. Ingredion Thailand alone accounts for 3,435 shipments, and Avebe, Emsland, Roquette, and Beneo each exceed 500 shipments. These top firms are established multinationals with dedicated customer relationships, suggesting a consolidated core. However, 547 total suppliers and 54 countries indicate a diversified base, including regional players like Shoalhaven Starches in Australia and Interstarch in Ukraine. This mix implies buyers have multiple sourcing options, but the largest volumes flow through a limited set of major processors.
Key supply risks requiring further diligence include over-reliance on a few large processors, potential classification ambiguity, and geographic concentration. Ingredion Thailand, Avebe, and Emsland collectively represent a substantial share of shipments, creating dependency risk if any face operational disruptions. The broad HS code scope means buyers cannot confirm ingredient-specific supply without additional verification. Thailand's dominance introduces regional risk from weather, trade policy, or logistics disruptions affecting tapioca starch. Also, several top suppliers are primarily known for other products, so confirming their actual starch dextrin production capacity is essential. Buyers should verify product specifications and food-grade certifications directly with suppliers.
Thailand, Germany, the Netherlands, China, and Belgium are the most relevant sourcing geographies, together accounting for the majority of shipments and weight. Thailand leads with 5,179 shipments and 149.7 million kg, followed by Germany (2,960 shipments, 95.8 million kg) and the Netherlands (2,623 shipments, 80.6 million kg). Australia also shows significant weight (76 million kg) despite fewer shipments. These lanes suggest strong supply from Southeast Asian tapioca-based producers and European potato or wheat starch processors. The presence of major suppliers like Ingredion Thailand, Avebe, and Emsland confirms these regions as key production hubs for modified starches under this classification.
By shipment count
Thailand
5,179 shipments
52 suppliers
149.7M kg total weight
Germany
2,960 shipments
56 suppliers
95.8M kg total weight
Netherlands
2,623 shipments
25 suppliers
80.6M kg total weight
China
2,207 shipments
70 suppliers
74.7M kg total weight
Belgium
1,531 shipments
22 suppliers
59.9M kg total weight
Brazil
1,260 shipments
48 suppliers
29.9M kg total weight
Australia
820 shipments
7 suppliers
76M kg total weight
Netherlands Antilles
603 shipments
10 suppliers
17.8M kg total weight
Mexico
401 shipments
24 suppliers
10.2M kg total weight
South Korea
375 shipments
23 suppliers
3.4M kg total weight