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U.S. imports of wheat starch (SITC 59211) totaled $2.8M in July 2026, traded with 16 countries.
Importers of Wheat Starch paid $201K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $1.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Wheat Starch imports of $2.8M in July 2026 ran 41% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.0M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataDerived from the endosperm of wheat kernels through wet milling, wheat starch is valued in food manufacturing for its fine granule size and clean flavor profile, distinguishing it from corn and potato alternatives. It serves as a thickener, binder, and texturizer in baked goods, noodles, and confectionery, and also finds use in industrial adhesives and paper coatings. FDA oversight applies to food-grade imports, and buyers should confirm that supplier facilities meet applicable food safety standards. Classification under this SITC code is distinct from wheat flour and wheat gluten, which are separated out in the same commodity group.
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101 shipments/mo
Basic heading 353 of 465 in section 5
Basic heading 59211 · $2.8M of $28.9B
Wheat starch, wheat flour, and wheat gluten are each assigned separate SITC codes. Wheat starch (59211) is the purified carbohydrate fraction isolated during wet milling, while wheat gluten (59217) is the protein co-product. Correct classification matters because duty treatment and admissibility requirements can differ across these related but distinct commodities.
Food-grade wheat starch is subject to FDA oversight under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Importers generally need to ensure the foreign supplier is registered with FDA, that shipments comply with applicable food additive and labeling regulations, and that FSVP (Foreign Supplier Verification Program) requirements are met. Consulting a licensed customs broker or food regulatory specialist is advisable given the complexity of admissibility review.
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Imports · July 2026
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Australia and Canada together supply 82% of it.
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$2.8MYoY · Pro
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$671KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.