Derived Products
Candied Nuts, Carbonated Soft Drink, Chewy Candy, Citrus Flavored Carbonated Soft Drink, +21
Raw Materials
Corn Starch, Maize Grain
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Corn Syrup market coverage spans 48 countries.
- 353 exporter companies and 405 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 7,258 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 1 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Corn Syrup
Analyze 7,258 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Corn Syrup.
Corn Syrup Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Corn Syrup to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Corn Syrup: Russia (-72.0%), Switzerland (-48.3%), United States (-44.0%).
Corn Syrup Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Corn Syrup country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Corn Syrup transaction unit prices: Uruguay (2.42 USD / kg), Costa Rica (1.88 USD / kg), Japan (1.17 USD / kg), Colombia (0.96 USD / kg), Malaysia (0.93 USD / kg), 13 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | -44.0% | 3,622 | 0.44 USD / kg (26,174,789.138 kg) | 0.45 USD / kg (28,098,195.859 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (41,225,386.211 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (30,792,189.648 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (52,624,956.442 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (29,930,229.637 kg) | ||||||
| China | -2.3% | 1,616 | 0.41 USD / kg (3,020,379 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (3,563,572.5 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (15,972,923.7 kg) | 0.38 USD / kg (31,578,313.04 kg) | 0.39 USD / kg (20,296,895 kg) | 0.38 USD / kg (25,567,218 kg) | ||||||
| South Korea | +17.3% | 380 | 0.60 USD / kg (462,191.47 kg) | 0.66 USD / kg (383,401.2 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (1,314,376.94 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (3,103,675.5 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (1,904,646.67 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (1,861,997.6 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | +10.0% | 78 | 0.44 USD / kg (1,088,160 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (523,160 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (364,320 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (243,680 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (255,200 kg) | 0.44 USD / kg (784,160 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | -16.2% | 7 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.62 USD / kg (36,957 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.93 USD / kg (1,971.04 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | -4.6% | 6 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.96 USD / kg (29,106 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | -16.1% | 248 | 0.44 USD / kg (1,431,470 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (1,275,380 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (1,747,470 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (2,044,784 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (958,190 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (1,036,987 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -21.8% | 92 | 1.10 USD / kg (88,302 kg) | 0.95 USD / kg (125,676.609 kg) | 0.92 USD / kg (150,026.32 kg) | 0.89 USD / kg (81,826.6 kg) | 0.78 USD / kg (341,595.112 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (146,039.2 kg) | ||||||
| Singapore | -15.8% | 45 | 0.37 USD / kg (300,000 kg) | 0.37 USD / kg (300,000 kg) | 0.37 USD / kg (398,920 kg) | 0.35 USD / kg (1,800,000 kg) | 0.36 USD / kg (700,000 kg) | 0.35 USD / kg (300,000 kg) | ||||||
| Taiwan | -2.0% | 11 | 1.83 USD / kg (882.5 kg) | 1.43 USD / kg (14,688.8 kg) | - (-) | 2.14 USD / kg (200 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (44,716 kg) | - (-) |
Corn Syrup Global Supply Chain Coverage
758 companies
353 exporters and 405 importers are mapped for Corn Syrup.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Corn Syrup, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Corn Syrup Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
353 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Corn Syrup. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Corn Syrup Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
1 premium Corn Syrup suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
RUSTARK LLC
Russia
OthersFood Manufacturing
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Corn Syrup Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 353 total exporter companies in the Corn Syrup supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-24
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Hong Kong)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood Manufacturing
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(United States)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-09
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: HORECATradeFood ManufacturingRetail
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Corn Syrup Global Exporter Coverage
353 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Corn Syrup supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Corn Syrup Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
405 importer companies are mapped for Corn Syrup demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Corn Syrup Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 405 total importer companies tracked for Corn Syrup. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-04
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-01
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-13
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Vietnam)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-08
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
405 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Corn Syrup.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Corn Syrup buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormLiquid Syrup
Industry PositionFood Ingredient (Sweetener)
Market
Corn syrup is a starch-derived liquid sweetener, typically produced by wet milling of maize to starch followed by enzymatic conversion to glucose syrup; high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) involves additional isomerization to increase fructose content. In global trade statistics, corn syrup and closely related starch-based syrups are commonly captured under HS 1702 sugar syrups, including HS 170230 (glucose syrup with <20% fructose), HS 170240 (20% to <50% fructose), and HS 170260 (other fructose/fructose syrups often used for HFCS-type trade reporting). UN Comtrade 2024 data (via the World Bank WITS interface) show major exporters across these categories include China, the United States, France, Mexico, and Hungary, with major importers including Germany, Mexico, the United States, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Demand is closely linked to beverage and processed-food manufacturing, while trade and product positioning are influenced by added-sugar reduction policies and specification-driven substitution among sweeteners.
Market GrowthMixed (near-to-medium term)Stable industrial demand in many food applications alongside reformulation-driven shifts in some consumer categories toward reduced-sugar or alternative sweeteners
Major Producing Countries
- United StatesMajor corn wet-milling and HFCS producer; also a top exporter in UN Comtrade trade flows for fructose syrups (HS 170260) and glucose syrups (HS 170230) in 2024.
- ChinaTop exporter in UN Comtrade trade flows for glucose syrups (HS 170230) and a major exporter for fructose syrups (HS 170260) in 2024.
- FranceLeading exporter in UN Comtrade trade flows for glucose syrup (HS 170230) in 2024; note HS 170230 is not exclusive to corn-derived syrups.
- GermanyLarge industrial sweetener market and significant importer; also present among major trading countries in HS 170230/170260 in 2024.
- HungaryTop exporter in UN Comtrade trade flows for HS 170240 and a major exporter for HS 170260 in 2024.
Major Exporting Countries
- ChinaTop exporter for glucose syrup (HS 170230) in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- FranceMajor exporter for glucose syrup (HS 170230) in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United StatesMajor exporter for glucose syrup (HS 170230) and leading exporter for fructose syrups (HS 170260) in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- MexicoMajor exporter in HS 170260 trade flows in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS); HS coverage includes fructose syrups often used for HFCS-type products.
- HungaryTop exporter for HS 170240 and a major exporter for HS 170260 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries
- GermanyTop importer for glucose syrup (HS 170230) and leading importer for HS 170240 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- MexicoTop importer for HS 170260 and a leading importer for HS 170240 and HS 170230 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United StatesLeading importer for HS 170230 and a major importer for HS 170240 and HS 170260 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- NetherlandsMajor importer for HS 170230 and HS 170240 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS), consistent with EU distribution and processing hubs.
- United KingdomMajor importer for HS 170230 in 2024 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Viscous, clear to amber liquid depending on refining and formulation
- Hygroscopic sweetener used for sweetness, body, and texture in formulated foods
Compositional Metrics
- Glucose syrup definition commonly referenced in international trade specifications: purified concentrated aqueous saccharide solution obtained from starch and/or inulin; dextrose equivalent (DE) not less than 20% (dry basis) and total solids not less than 70%
- HFCS is typically specified by fructose content (e.g., commercial HFCS-42 and HFCS-55), alongside dry solids and purity parameters
Grades
- Food-grade syrups aligned to Codex sugar standard descriptions and national food additive/contaminant requirements
- Customer-specific grades for beverage, confectionery, bakery, dairy, and processed-food applications based on DE/fructose profile and purity
Packaging
- Bulk shipments via road tanker and ISO tank containers for large-volume industrial users
- Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs/totes) and drums for smaller industrial and distribution channels
ProcessingProduced via starch liquefaction and saccharification using enzymes; HFCS includes isomerization of dextrose to fructose and may use fractionation/blending to reach target fructose gradesBuyer specifications commonly control solids content, DE/fructose profile, color, pH, ash/minerals, viscosity, and microbiological quality
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Maize procurement -> wet milling -> starch separation -> enzymatic liquefaction -> saccharification to glucose syrup -> (optional) isomerization/fractionation/blending for HFCS grades -> evaporation to target solids -> filtration/polishing -> bulk storage -> bulk/packaged distribution to food manufacturers
Demand Drivers
- Large-scale use as an input sweetener in beverages (notably HFCS-55) and in processed foods (notably HFCS-42) as described by USDA ERS
- Functional performance in formulations (sweetness, humectancy, viscosity/body, process handling) supporting use in confectionery, bakery, dairy, sauces, and prepared foods
Temperature
- Handled as a pumpable liquid sweetener; storage and transport practices focus on maintaining manageable viscosity and preventing quality loss from contamination
- Bulk logistics often use dedicated food-grade tanks/lines with cleaning and inspection protocols to prevent adulteration and microbial issues
Shelf Life
- Generally long shelf-life under sealed, sanitary storage due to high solids content; shelf-life in practice is specification- and handling-dependent
- Crystallization risk exists for some higher-dextrose profiles if storage/handling conditions are not aligned with the product’s composition
Risks
Feedstock And Energy Price Volatility HighCorn syrup costs and availability are tightly linked to maize and energy markets: weather shocks affecting maize yields, policy-driven biofuel demand shifts, or energy price spikes can rapidly change production economics and disrupt supply commitments for starch sweeteners.Use multi-origin supplier qualification, maintain safety stocks for critical SKUs, and align procurement with hedging/contracting strategies tied to maize and energy inputs.
Trade Policy And Classification MediumCross-border trade reporting and tariff treatment depend on HS classification and fructose content (e.g., HS 170230/170240/170260). Misclassification risk and changing tariff or trade-remedy measures can alter landed costs and disrupt flows.Validate product composition and documentation for HS classification, monitor destination-country tariff changes, and diversify lanes to reduce single-route exposure.
Public Health And Reformulation MediumAdded-sugar reduction policies and consumer perceptions—especially around HFCS in beverages—can drive reformulation away from certain syrup types, affecting demand and utilization rates for wet-milling capacity.Maintain a flexible sweetener portfolio (glucose syrups, HFCS grades, blends) and support customers with reformulation options that meet taste, cost, and labeling targets.
Food Safety And Specification Compliance MediumInternational buyers typically require tight control of solids, DE/fructose profile, color, and microbiological quality, with alignment to Codex descriptions for glucose syrup. Deviations can cause rejections, recalls, or downstream process failures.Implement HACCP-based controls, robust in-process analytics (solids/DE/fructose), and finished-goods QC aligned to customer specs and relevant Codex standards.
Sustainability
- Upstream maize cultivation footprint (fertilizer-related emissions and nutrient runoff risks) can drive ESG scrutiny for corn-derived sweeteners
- Energy and water intensity of wet-milling and refining operations influences lifecycle impacts and exposure to utility constraints
- Land-use change concerns may arise indirectly where maize expansion is linked to deforestation or conversion of high-biodiversity landscapes
Labor & Social
- Traceability and labeling expectations (e.g., GMO/non-GMO positioning) can create compliance and segregation burdens for buyers and suppliers
- Commodity-cycle exposure for maize growers and processing-sector employment sensitivity to demand shifts in beverages and processed foods
FAQ
What is the difference between corn syrup (glucose syrup) and high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS)?Corn syrup in food manufacturing is typically a glucose syrup made by converting corn starch into a dextrose-rich syrup using enzymes. HFCS is produced by further isomerizing some of that dextrose into fructose, and it is commonly traded and specified in grades such as HFCS-42 and HFCS-55 (as described by USDA ERS).
Which HS codes are commonly used for global trade statistics on corn syrup and related syrups?Trade statistics for corn syrup and closely related starch-based sugar syrups are often tracked under HS heading 1702, including HS 170230 (glucose/glucose syrup with <20% fructose), HS 170240 (20% to <50% fructose), and HS 170260 (other fructose/fructose syrups). Classification depends on composition (notably fructose content), so importers typically confirm the correct code with customs documentation.
Which countries are key exporters and importers in global trade of glucose and fructose syrups?UN Comtrade 2024 data accessed via World Bank WITS show China, the United States, and France among the largest exporters for HS 170230, and the United States, China, and Mexico among the largest exporters for HS 170260. Major importers across these syrup categories include Germany, Mexico, the United States, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom; these HS categories may include syrups made from different starch sources, not only corn.
What specifications do buyers commonly require for corn syrup in food manufacturing?Common buyer specifications include solids content, dextrose equivalent (DE) or fructose profile (for HFCS-type syrups), color, pH, ash/minerals, viscosity, and microbiological quality. Many contracts also reference Codex definitions for glucose syrup (including minimum DE and minimum total solids) as a baseline description alongside customer-specific quality limits.
Sources
Corn Syrup Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Corn Syrup market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
China
Vietnam
South Korea
Philippines
United States
Guatemala
Mexico
Turkiye
Brazil
Argentina
Paraguay
Kazakhstan
All country market pages: China, Vietnam, South Korea, Philippines, United States, Guatemala, Mexico, Turkiye, Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Malaysia, El Salvador, Tajikistan, Costa Rica, Taiwan, Bolivia, Germany, Panama, Russia, Peru, Singapore, India, Indonesia, France, Uzbekistan, Canada, Italy, Ecuador, Japan, Colombia, United Arab Emirates, Dominican Republic, United Kingdom, Chile, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, Ukraine, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Switzerland, Iran, Kenya, Mozambique, Turkmenistan, Uruguay
Related Corn Syrup Product Categories
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Derived products: Candied Nuts, Carbonated Soft Drink, Chewy Candy, Citrus Flavored Carbonated Soft Drink, Cola Drink, Coleslaw Dressing, Hard Candy, Ice Cream Cone, Ice Cream Mix, Jelly and Gummy Candy, Liquorice Confection, Lollipop, Malt Drink, Marshmallow, Mint Candies, Regular Carbonated Soft Drink, Soft Drinks, Steak Sauce, Strawberry Syrup, Toffee, Toffee Popcorn, Tonic Water, Ginger Beer, Gluten-Free Lager, BBQ sauce
Raw materials: Corn Starch, Maize Grain
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