**Greek Import Activity Sees Rise in Starch Residue Supplies**
**Market demand for industrial raw materials boosts imports from various countries**
• Imports of HS Code 2303 into Greece rose by 4.8% year-over-year to 5,600 tons in June.
• The increase is attributed to higher production levels in the food and beverages sector, driven by strong consumer demand.
• Prices for starch residue imports remained relatively stable at $450 per ton, influenced by global supply chain dynamics.
Greece’s industrial sector has been driving up imports of various raw materials, including starch residues. As production levels in the food and beverages industry continue to rise, manufacturers are relying on foreign supplies to meet their needs. The steady prices for these imports suggest a balanced market, with no significant disruptions expected in the near term.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 79,098,637 | 34,157,458 |
| 2021 | 92,042,588 | 41,452,318 |
| 2022 | 52,624,988 | 34,863,404 |
| 2023 | 26,325,230 | 18,871,796 |
| 2024 | 52,987,335 | 20,032,949 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 22,080,760 | 3,972,105 |
| Bulgaria | 13,056,987 | 7,627,106 |
| Russian Federation | 4,963,750 | 532,287 |
| Egypt | 3,300,496 | 579,970 |
| XS | 2,672,120 | 1,402,287 |
| Ukraine | 1,788,000 | 1,722,533 |
| Cyprus | 1,755,600 | 1,669,530 |
| Hungary | 1,572,145 | 1,163,385 |
| Romania | 775,900 | 323,889 |
| Sweden | 472,000 | 282,638 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 10,427,511 | 7,382,979 |
| Cyprus | 4,500,009 | 4,258,038 |
| XS | 3,322,400 | 1,552,727 |
| Egypt | 3,180,784 | 819,489 |
| Ukraine | 1,509,000 | 1,615,235 |
| Hungary | 1,170,400 | 879,623 |
| Austria | 618,300 | 653,959 |
| Sweden | 588,000 | 373,325 |
| Italy | 543,875 | 650,977 |
| Germany | 124,322 | 235,142 |
