Export Starches; inulin from Pakistan to Tanzania

Pakistan did not report any exports of starches; inulin (HS 1108) to Tanzania in 2025, while India sold US$1.6M there. Tanzania's total imports of the product were US$29.4M in 2025.

This is an open market for Pakistani suppliers: demand exists and a South Asian competitor is already meeting part of it. Pakistan's total sales to Tanzania grew 130% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Tanzania rates 61 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 8th of 54 markets for this product. Next step: confirm import duties and product standards for Tanzania before sending samples, then list starches; inulin with Tanzania as a target market so importers there can contact you.

Opportunity score
61/100 (Strong)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0M
From India (2025)
US$1.56M
Market size
US$29.37M
Check before you export
Tanzania's import figures understate goods passing through to neighbouring countries, so read market sizes as a floor.
Check before you export
Many buyers work through traders and distributors. Agree payment terms in advance and use letters of credit or trade insurance where possible.

How much starches; inulin does Tanzania import?

Tanzania imported US$29.4M of starches; inulin (HS 1108) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export starches; inulin to Tanzania?

Pakistan reported no exports of starches; inulin to Tanzania in 2025, so this is a new market for Pakistani suppliers.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Tanzania for starches; inulin?

India leads: US$1.6M against Pakistan's US$0K in 2025, a gap of US$1.6M.

How can I start exporting starches; inulin to Tanzania?

Confirm your HS code, check Tanzania's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Tanzania as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Tanzania Global Trade profile explain the next steps.