Raw Materials
Fresh Yam
HS Code
200899
Last Updated
2026-08-02
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Netherlands Yam Paste market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers.
- 0 sampled export transactions for Netherlands are summarized.
- 0 export partner companies (including manufacturers) and 0 import partner companies are mapped for Yam Paste in Netherlands.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-08-02.
Yam Paste Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Netherlands
0 export partner companies are tracked for Yam Paste in Netherlands. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Yam Paste in Netherlands (HS Code 200899)
Analyze 3 years of Yam Paste export volume and value in Netherlands to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 120,343,167 | 296,185,377 USD |
| 2023 | 117,346,171 | 303,329,970 USD |
| 2022 | 129,107,247 | 297,823,095 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Yam Paste Exports from Netherlands (HS Code 200899) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Yam Paste exports from Netherlands.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 47,408,450.639 | 98,605,434.65 USD |
| 2 | France | 17,655,696 | 42,954,071.562 USD |
| 3 | Belgium | 5,685,813.44 | 21,729,291.041 USD |
| 4 | Italy | 5,811,376.398 | 16,679,806.52 USD |
| 5 | Austria | 8,058,257.277 | 16,237,819.707 USD |
Yam Paste Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Netherlands: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
0 import partner companies are tracked for Yam Paste in Netherlands. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Yam Paste in Netherlands (HS Code 200899)
Track 3 years of Yam Paste import volume and value in Netherlands to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 195,756,278 | 295,991,143 USD |
| 2023 | 190,109,778 | 305,154,221 USD |
| 2022 | 203,643,200 | 322,726,440 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Yam Paste to Netherlands (HS Code 200899) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Yam Paste to Netherlands.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 35,689,741 | 43,202,617.505 USD |
| 2 | Costa Rica | 44,754,416 | 30,167,367.833 USD |
| 3 | Belgium | 8,877,320 | 20,604,526.727 USD |
| 4 | China | 4,477,205 | 17,659,172.502 USD |
| 5 | Thailand | 4,569,683 | 15,466,766.503 USD |
Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormPaste / Instant Dry Mix (Reconstitutable)
Industry PositionValue-Added Processed Staple
Market
Yam paste in the Netherlands is primarily an import-dependent, ethnic staple product sold as "pounded yam" style mixes/pastes for home preparation alongside West African soups. Distribution is shaped by specialized importers/wholesalers and ethnic retailers, with private-label brands (e.g., African Beauty by Koas Foods B.V.) visible in the market. Imports of non-animal-origin foods entering via Dutch border control posts can trigger NVWA official controls and (when applicable) pre-notification through GGB-D/CHED-D workflows linked to customs systems. A key product-specific compliance nuance is that some "yam paste/pounded yam" branded products list non-yam starch/flour ingredients (e.g., potato and rice flour), making accurate ingredient and product naming/marketing critical for EU labeling compliance.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market with ethnic retail and Benelux/EU distribution role
Domestic RoleEthnic staple convenience product (instant starch staple) for household consumption
SeasonalityAvailable year-round via imports and shelf-stable inventory; short-term availability can fluctuate with shipping schedules and importer stock management.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Prepared texture expectation: smooth, soft, dough-like paste (fufu-style) when reconstituted/cooked
- Dry mix/powder form is common for retail and wholesale packs
Packaging
- Multi-size retail and wholesale packs (e.g., ~900 g and 4 kg formats are visible in European retail listings for NL-manufactured brands)
- Moisture-proof packaging to protect dry product integrity (cool, dry storage guidance common on listings)
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Third-country sourcing/production or ingredient sourcing -> importer/packer/brand owner in NL/EU -> ethnic wholesalers -> ethnic retail and online retail -> household preparation
Temperature
- For instant dry mixes: ambient transport and storage; protect from moisture ingress and packaging damage
Shelf Life
- Typically positioned as a long shelf-life dry staple when stored in a cool, dry place (verify best-before and storage statements on the label)
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighImport clearance can be blocked or severely delayed in the Netherlands if a consignment that is subject to official controls is not correctly pre-notified/declared (e.g., missing or invalid GGB-D/CHED-D where required, incorrect GN code, or CHED status/document mismatch under the Dutch Customs CERTEX-linked checks).Before shipping, confirm whether the product/origin/GN code combination is control/inspection-required; if yes, submit GGB-D/CHED-D in the required NVWA workflow at least 1 working day pre-arrival and align all customs declaration fields (GN code, document codes, CHED reference/status) with the validated entry document.
Logistics MediumFreight rate volatility and container schedule disruption can materially impact landed cost and on-shelf availability for bulky starch staple products supplied into the Netherlands.Use rolling shipment planning with buffer inventory in Benelux, diversify forwarders/routes where feasible, and contract service levels aligned to peak-season congestion risk.
Labeling And Product Integrity MediumSome products marketed as "yam paste/pounded yam" in the European market list non-yam starch/flour ingredients (e.g., potato flour/starch and rice flour), creating heightened risk of misleading product naming/claims, incorrect ingredient labeling, and potential consumer trust or enforcement issues under EU labeling rules.Audit the product specification and label claims versus the actual formulation; ensure the ingredient list and product name/marketing do not mislead consumers and meet EU labeling requirements.
Food Additives MediumIf additives (e.g., stabilizers, anti-caking agents) are used in yam-paste-style mixes, non-authorized use levels or incomplete labeling can trigger non-compliance findings and potential withdrawal/recall.Verify each additive against the EU positive list and conditions of use; ensure label declarations include functional class and name/E-number as required.
Sustainability
- High transport footprint risk for bulky starchy staples imported long-distance into the Netherlands (shipping and inland distribution)
- Packaging waste management (multi-kg plastic packaging common in dry staple distribution)
Standards
- BRCGS Global Standard Food Safety (buyer-driven; verify per customer program)
- FSSC 22000 (buyer-driven; verify per customer program)
FAQ
When is a GGB-D/CHED-D pre-notification required for importing yam paste into the Netherlands?It is required when the consignment is subject to official controls (keuringsplichtig) for non-animal-origin food imports. In that case, the Netherlands requires pre-notification using a GGB-D/CHED-D workflow at least 1 working day before arrival, and the entry document must align with the import declaration process used by Dutch Customs.
How can an importer check whether a yam-paste shipment will be inspected at the Dutch border?Inspection obligations depend on the product's GN code and the country of origin. The NVWA explains that EU rules specify which third-country product/GN-code combinations are subject to official controls (including under Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1793, which is updated periodically), so importers should confirm the correct GN code and check whether their origin/GN combination is listed.
Why is accurate ingredient labeling especially important for "yam paste/pounded yam" products in the Netherlands?Because products sold as "pounded yam" can be formulated with other starches/flours (for example, some European retail listings for an NL manufacturer show potato flour/starch and rice flour in the ingredients). Under EU labeling rules, the ingredient list and presentation must be accurate and not misleading, so importers and brand owners should ensure the product name and label match the actual formulation.
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