Export Starches; inulin from Pakistan to United States

United States imported US$516M of starches; inulin (HS 1108) in 2025. India supplied US$4.8M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$350K, a gap of US$4.4M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.1%.

That gap matters: buyers in United States already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to United States grew 43% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, United States rates 77 out of 100 (top opportunity) and ranks 2nd of 54 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list starches; inulin with United States as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
77/100 (Top opportunity)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0.35M
From India (2025)
US$4.79M
Market size
US$515.64M
Check before you export
US tariff treatment for South Asian suppliers has changed several times since 2025. Confirm the duty on your HS code before quoting.
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How much starches; inulin does United States import?

United States imported US$516M of starches; inulin (HS 1108) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export starches; inulin to United States?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$350K of starches; inulin to United States in 2025, 0.1% of the market.

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

India leads: US$4.8M against Pakistan's US$350K in 2025, a gap of US$4.4M.

How can I start exporting starches; inulin to United States?

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