Sub Product
Anhydrous Dextrose, Food-Grade Dextrose, High-Purity Dextrose, Liquid Dextrose, +4
Derived Products
Ion Drinks, Marshmallow
Raw Materials
alpha-Amylase, Corn Starch, Potato Starch, Wheat Starch
HS Code
170230
Last Updated
2026-06-17
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Dextrose market coverage spans 144 countries.
- 1,439 exporter companies and 1,967 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 7,948 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-06-17.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Dextrose
Analyze 7,948 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Dextrose.
Dextrose Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Dextrose to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Dextrose: Italy (+379.3%), United States (+351.8%), France (+92.3%).
Dextrose Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-07, benchmark Dextrose country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-12, countries with visible Dextrose transaction unit prices: Switzerland (9.60 USD / kg), Spain (7.14 USD / kg), Slovakia (2.76 USD / kg), France (2.06 USD / kg), Peru (1.65 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | -10.8% | 3,988 | 0.58 USD / kg (19,265,024.11 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (30,233,814.96 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (27,581,985.04 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (26,754,469.9 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (26,445,270.27 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (19,623,464.32 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +351.8% | 657 | 1.02 USD / kg (8,206,570.159 kg) | 1.06 USD / kg (5,318,566.667 kg) | 1.02 USD / kg (4,019,949.735 kg) | 1.21 USD / kg (6,146,912.065 kg) | 0.97 USD / kg (5,704,954.721 kg) | 1.09 USD / kg (5,070,410.154 kg) | ||||||
| India | -0.1% | 1,555 | 0.62 USD / kg (5,391,729.997 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (7,242,584.474 kg) | 0.66 USD / kg (6,285,736.054 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (2,086,991 kg) | 0.66 USD / kg (2,417,406.008 kg) | 0.63 USD / kg (3,387,743.599 kg) | ||||||
| France | +92.3% | 195 | 1.46 USD / kg (330,478.5 kg) | 1.02 USD / kg (919,135.5 kg) | 1.32 USD / kg (873,282 kg) | 1.26 USD / kg (568,545.6 kg) | 1.52 USD / kg (356,356 kg) | 2.06 USD / kg (799,787.8 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | +379.3% | 101 | 21.61 USD / kg (331,482 kg) | 2.26 USD / kg (947,312 kg) | 1.64 USD / kg (1,186,334 kg) | 2.04 USD / kg (379,164 kg) | 1.34 USD / kg (255,260 kg) | 1.47 USD / kg (327,952.2 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | -40.9% | 90 | 13.21 USD / kg (40,329 kg) | 14.02 USD / kg (122,877.52 kg) | 1.04 USD / kg (155,749.5 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (198,783.8 kg) | 1.64 USD / kg (30,486.21 kg) | 1.02 USD / kg (230,341 kg) | ||||||
| Spain | +20.5% | 44 | 8.11 USD / kg (6,255 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (163,170 kg) | 14.27 USD / kg (200,141.6 kg) | 17.11 USD / kg (8,083 kg) | 32.94 USD / kg (5.34 kg) | 7.14 USD / kg (201,251 kg) | ||||||
| Austria | -19.9% | 28 | 3.39 USD / kg (18,200 kg) | 3.37 USD / kg (20,643.2 kg) | 2.54 USD / kg (233,036 kg) | 0.91 USD / kg (78,430 kg) | 0.97 USD / kg (235,176 kg) | 1.59 USD / kg (19,700 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -3.1% | 435 | 1.10 USD / kg (1,598,829.8 kg) | 1.10 USD / kg (1,504,011.9 kg) | 1.10 USD / kg (1,312,594 kg) | 1.10 USD / kg (1,016,002.4 kg) | 1.11 USD / kg (1,068,859.4 kg) | 1.06 USD / kg (400,373.49 kg) | ||||||
| Turkiye | -8.1% | 164 | 0.91 USD / kg (126,740 kg) | - (-) | 0.68 USD / kg (1,668,106 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (1,067,361 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (1,705,300 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (2,388,098 kg) |
Dextrose Global Supply Chain Coverage
3,406 companies
1,439 exporters and 1,967 importers are mapped for Dextrose.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Dextrose, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Dextrose Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
1,439 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Dextrose. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Dextrose Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 1,439 total exporter companies in the Dextrose supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Vietnam)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(France)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(South Korea)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-09-12
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(China)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-05-17
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
Dextrose Global Exporter Coverage
1,439 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Dextrose supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Dextrose opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Dextrose (HS Code 170230) in 2024
For Dextrose in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 532,628,964 kg | 383,936,759 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 179,061,086 kg | 137,217,341.086 USD |
| 3 | Netherlands | 157,578,820.127 kg | 110,254,323.804 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 124,791,240.532 kg | 102,557,435.174 USD |
| 5 | India | 167,740,519.008 kg | 86,112,078.714 USD |
| 6 | Bulgaria | 100,776,235 kg | 82,063,712.258 USD |
| 7 | Turkiye | 160,282,831 kg | 81,268,652 USD |
| 8 | Pakistan | 57,858,431 kg | 71,134,121.286 USD |
| 9 | Lithuania | 113,828,310.235 kg | 61,656,388 USD |
| 10 | Canada | 143,621,237 kg | 57,747,255.295 USD |
Dextrose Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Dextrose Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
1,967 importer companies are mapped for Dextrose demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Dextrose Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-08-06
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Bangladesh)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Nepal)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-23
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Animal ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Bangladesh)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Iraq)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-05-17
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Peru)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-12
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
1,967 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Dextrose.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Dextrose buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Dextrose (HS Code 170230) in 2024
For Dextrose in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico | 312,738,985 kg | 271,523,539 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 368,265,229 kg | 177,190,006.494 USD |
| 3 | Canada | 107,709,163.697 kg | 114,903,095.528 USD |
| 4 | Belgium | 176,475,768.632 kg | 108,638,067.127 USD |
| 5 | Poland | 125,391,480.632 kg | 101,379,536 USD |
| 6 | Thailand | 152,745,510.18 kg | 83,618,881.88 USD |
| 7 | Denmark | 102,713,870.721 kg | 69,847,312.456 USD |
| 8 | Italy | 68,993,746.725 kg | 55,843,212.86 USD |
| 9 | Finland | 68,727,612.779 kg | 44,113,360.565 USD |
| 10 | Switzerland | 52,025,718.326 kg | 42,257,216.417 USD |
Dextrose Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Dextrose origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormCrystalline powder
Industry PositionFood and nutraceutical ingredient
Market
Dextrose (D-glucose) is a globally traded carbohydrate ingredient produced by hydrolysis of starch and purified/crystallized into monohydrate or anhydrous forms for use across foods, dietary supplements, fermentation, and pharmaceutical applications. In trade statistics, a closely related classification is HS 170230 ("glucose and glucose syrup, containing <20% fructose"), which captures both crystalline glucose (dextrose) and glucose syrup. UN Comtrade data accessed via the World Bank WITS platform shows leading HS 170230 exporters in 2023 include France, China, the United States, Germany, and the Netherlands, while leading importers include Germany, Mexico, the United States, the Netherlands, and Belgium. Market dynamics are strongly influenced by starch feedstock availability and pricing (e.g., maize/corn, wheat, and other starches), as well as energy and compliance requirements for food, supplement, and pharma supply chains.
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Major Producing Countries
- FranceMajor industrial starch processing base and top exporter of HS 170230 in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ChinaLarge starch-derived sweetener production capacity and top exporter of HS 170230 in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United StatesLarge wet-milling and starch-derivatives industry; top exporter of HS 170230 in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- GermanySignificant starch-processing and intra-EU trade hub; top exporter of HS 170230 in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- NetherlandsMajor EU logistics/trade hub; top exporter of HS 170230 in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Exporting Countries
- FranceTop exporter of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ChinaTop exporter of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United StatesTop exporter of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- GermanyTop exporter of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- NetherlandsTop exporter of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries
- GermanyTop importer of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- MexicoTop importer of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United StatesTop importer of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- NetherlandsTop importer of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- BelgiumTop importer of HS 170230 by trade value in 2023 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Specification
Major VarietiesDextrose monohydrate, Dextrose anhydrous, Powdered dextrose (icing dextrose)
Physical Attributes
- White crystalline powder (typical for crystalline dextrose products)
- High water solubility; prone to moisture uptake and caking if exposed to humidity
Compositional Metrics
- Codex CXS 212-1999: Dextrose monohydrate has D-glucose ≥99.5% m/m (dry basis) and total solids ≥90.0% m/m; dextrose anhydrous has D-glucose ≥99.5% m/m (dry basis) and total solids ≥98.0% m/m.
- US 21 CFR 168.111 (dextrose monohydrate): total solids ≥90.0% (m/m); reducing sugar content (dextrose equivalent), expressed as D-glucose, ≥99.5% (m/m) on a dry basis; sulfated ash ≤0.25% (m/m) on a dry basis; sulfur dioxide ≤20 mg/kg.
Grades
- Food grade aligned to Codex Standard for Sugars (CXS 212-1999) definitions for dextrose anhydrous/monohydrate.
- Food-grade specification in the United States may reference 21 CFR 168.111 for dextrose monohydrate.
ProcessingManufactured from starch hydrolysate followed by purification and crystallization into monohydrate or anhydrous crystalline forms.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Starch feedstock sourcing (e.g., cereal starch) -> starch hydrolysis to glucose (saccharification) -> purification/refining -> crystallization (monohydrate or anhydrous) -> drying and sizing -> packaging -> distribution to food, supplement, pharma, and fermentation customers
Demand Drivers
- Use as a sweetener and bulking carbohydrate in dietary supplements (e.g., powders, sachets, and chewable/solid forms)
- Use as a pharmaceutical excipient (e.g., diluent/osmotic agent) and as a carbohydrate source in certain applications
- Use as a carbon source in fermentation and culture media preparation
Temperature
- Not typically cold-chain dependent; quality is more sensitive to moisture control than temperature.
- Store and transport in dry, humidity-controlled conditions to reduce caking and flowability loss.
Shelf Life
- Generally stable in dry storage; shelf life is primarily limited by moisture pickup, caking, and packaging integrity rather than rapid spoilage.
Risks
Feedstock and Energy Costs HighGlobal dextrose availability and pricing are tightly linked to starch feedstock supply (e.g., maize/corn and other starch crops) and to energy-intensive processing steps (hydrolysis, purification, crystallization, drying). Extreme weather affecting major grain belts and/or energy price shocks can quickly raise costs and disrupt supply planning for food and supplement manufacturers.Qualify multiple suppliers across regions, maintain safety stocks for critical formulations, and use forward purchasing/hedging strategies for key inputs where feasible.
Trade Policy MediumCross-border supply of crystalline glucose/dextrose and glucose syrups (often captured under HS 170230) can be affected by tariff changes, trade remedies, and shifting customs enforcement, which may alter landed costs and availability for importing markets.Monitor trade policy for key routes and maintain alternative origins (regional sourcing options) to reduce single-route exposure.
Quality and Specification Compliance MediumBuyers commonly reference Codex sugar definitions and/or national standards for identity and purity; misalignment between monohydrate vs anhydrous specifications, moisture/solids targets, or residue limits (e.g., sulfated ash, SO2 where applicable) can lead to rejections or rework.Define acceptance specs by application (food/supplement/pharma), require lot-level COAs, and audit suppliers against Codex and relevant national requirements.
Moisture and Caking LowAs a crystalline powder, dextrose can absorb moisture and cake during storage and transit, reducing flowability and dosing accuracy in supplement premixes and dry blending operations.Use moisture-barrier packaging, control warehouse humidity, and validate handling aids (sieving, anti-caking strategies where permitted) for sensitive applications.
Sustainability
- Upstream agricultural footprint of starch feedstocks (e.g., fertilizer and water impacts in maize/corn and other starch crops).
- Buyer requirements for non-GMO/identity-preserved sourcing in some markets when dextrose is derived from maize/corn.
- Energy use and associated emissions from wet-milling, refining, and drying operations.
Labor & Social
- Occupational health and safety in wet-milling/refining and powder-handling operations (chemical handling and combustible dust management).
FAQ
What is the difference between dextrose monohydrate and dextrose anhydrous in trade specifications?Codex (CXS 212-1999) defines dextrose anhydrous as purified, crystallized D-glucose without water of crystallization (with total solids not less than 98.0% and D-glucose not less than 99.5% on a dry basis). It defines dextrose monohydrate as purified, crystallized D-glucose containing one molecule of water of crystallization (with total solids not less than 90.0% and D-glucose not less than 99.5% on a dry basis).
Which countries are major global exporters and importers for the closely related HS 170230 trade category?Using UN Comtrade data via the World Bank WITS platform for HS 170230 in 2023, major exporters include France, China, the United States, Germany, and the Netherlands. Major importers include Germany, Mexico, the United States, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
What purity and residue limits are commonly referenced for food-grade dextrose monohydrate?The Codex Standard for Sugars (CXS 212-1999) specifies dextrose monohydrate as purified and crystallized D-glucose with D-glucose not less than 99.5% on a dry basis and total solids not less than 90.0%. In the United States, 21 CFR 168.111 for dextrose monohydrate includes limits such as sulfated ash not more than 0.25% (dry basis) and sulfur dioxide not more than 20 mg/kg, alongside solids and dextrose-equivalent requirements.
Sources
Dextrose Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: China, Germany, United States, Belgium, India, Netherlands, Mexico, Bulgaria, Philippines, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Vietnam, Indonesia, South Korea, Czechia, Poland, Canada, Colombia, Japan, Ireland, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Costa Rica, Ukraine, Guatemala, Zambia, Peru, Chile, Thailand, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Brazil, Malaysia, Turkiye, Uganda, Sri Lanka, Lithuania, Tanzania, Austria, Iraq, Pakistan, Argentina, Ecuador, Swaziland, Denmark, Romania, Switzerland, Egypt, Finland, Panama, South Africa, Nicaragua, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, Bolivia, Hong Kong, Australia, Portugal, Greece, New Zealand, Russia, Myanmar [Burma], Nepal, Tunisia, Ethiopia, Israel, Ghana, Afghanistan, Albania, Armenia, Angola, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Algeria, Estonia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guyana, Honduras, Croatia, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Norway, Oman, Paraguay, Qatar, Serbia, Slovenia, Senegal, El Salvador, Togo, Taiwan, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, U.S. Virgin Islands, Yemen, Zimbabwe
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Derived products: Ion Drinks, Marshmallow
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