| Product Code: ETC4844810 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2023, Congo import shipments of potato starch continued to show strong growth, with a remarkable Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 21.28%. The top exporters to Congo included France, Other European countries not elsewhere specified (nes), Belgium, China, and Italy. Despite the increasing number of exporters, the market remained highly concentrated, as indicated by the high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The impressive growth rate of 426.68% underscores the rising demand for potato starch in Congo, presenting lucrative opportunities for both exporters and local businesses in the industry.

Potato starch is utilized in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. The Congo Potato Starch market is influenced by its diverse applications and growing demand for natural starches. Challenges include ensuring a stable supply of raw potatoes and addressing competition from other starch sources.
The Congo Potato Starch market benefits from its applications in the food, textile, and paper industries. Potato starch is used as a thickening agent and binder in various products. The growing food processing industry and the demand for natural and non-GMO ingredients drive the market for potato starch. Additionally, its use in industrial applications contributes to its demand.
The Congo Potato Starch market faces challenges such as high production costs and limited local processing capabilities. The reliance on imported raw materials creates supply chain vulnerabilities and exposes the market to international price fluctuations. Infrastructure issues, including poor transportation and storage facilities, hinder efficient production and distribution. Environmental and regulatory concerns related to starch production also add to operational challenges.
The potato starch market in Congo is regulated through agricultural and food processing policies. The government promotes the cultivation of potatoes for starch production and sets standards for the quality and safety of potato starch. Trade policies also influence the market by managing the import and export of potato starch.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Congo Potato Starch Market Overview |
3.1 Congo Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Congo Potato Starch Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Congo Potato Starch Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Nature, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Congo Potato Starch Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Congo Potato Starch Market Trends |
6 Congo Potato Starch Market Segmentations |
6.1 Congo Potato Starch Market, By Nature |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume, By Organic, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume, By Conventional, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Congo Potato Starch Market, By End-users |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile & Paper, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverages, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
7 Congo Potato Starch Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Congo Potato Starch Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Congo Potato Starch Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Congo Potato Starch Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Congo Potato Starch Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Congo Potato Starch Market Opportunity Assessment, By Nature, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Congo Potato Starch Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Congo Potato Starch Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Congo Potato Starch Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Congo Potato Starch Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |