Sub Product
Refined Wheat Flour, Whole Wheat Flour
Derived Products
Bread Mix, Breadcrumbs, Breadsticks, Brioche, +85
Raw Materials
Wheat Grain
HS Code
110100
Last Updated
2026-04-29
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Wheat Flour market coverage spans 170 countries.
- 5,528 exporter companies and 8,481 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 60,637 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 6 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 5.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-29.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Wheat Flour
Analyze 60,637 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Wheat Flour.
Wheat Flour Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Wheat Flour to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Wheat Flour: Japan (+39.0%), United States (+36.2%), Turkiye (+33.7%).
Wheat Flour Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-05, benchmark Wheat Flour country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Wheat Flour transaction unit prices: France (0.86 USD / kg), Italy (0.81 USD / kg), Mexico (0.75 USD / kg), Japan (0.75 USD / kg), United States (0.72 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | +36.2% | 2,558 | 0.49 USD / kg (16,654,250.482 kg) | 0.69 USD / kg (4,939,047.601 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (10,808,273.838 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (5,449,822.986 kg) | 0.87 USD / kg (2,300,702.513 kg) | 0.72 USD / kg (14,037,723.783 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | -1.5% | 1,919 | 0.92 USD / kg (2,505,214 kg) | 0.93 USD / kg (3,224,223.4 kg) | 1.02 USD / kg (2,561,037.74 kg) | 0.93 USD / kg (3,814,533.539 kg) | 0.88 USD / kg (6,509,283.078 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (5,720,118.05 kg) | ||||||
| France | +7.7% | 868 | 0.90 USD / kg (455,171.17 kg) | 0.89 USD / kg (1,008,641.1 kg) | 0.91 USD / kg (618,470 kg) | 0.84 USD / kg (511,355 kg) | 0.87 USD / kg (772,060 kg) | 0.86 USD / kg (945,137.08 kg) | ||||||
| Japan | +39.0% | 670 | 0.65 USD / kg (1,877,157.63 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (2,009,733 kg) | 0.61 USD / kg (1,785,197 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (1,101,420 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (2,684,506.6 kg) | 0.75 USD / kg (1,762,276.4 kg) | ||||||
| Turkiye | +33.7% | 299 | 0.45 USD / kg (1,835,900 kg) | 0.47 USD / kg (2,324,230 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (1,388,810 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (2,376,980 kg) | 0.63 USD / kg (3,215,679 kg) | 0.45 USD / kg (4,056,350 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | -10.8% | 15,167 | 0.36 USD / kg (111,367,957.268 kg) | 0.36 USD / kg (103,660,925.013 kg) | 0.36 USD / kg (101,574,789.459 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (123,702,806.545 kg) | 0.33 USD / kg (180,900,970.817 kg) | 0.34 USD / kg (106,434,036.777 kg) | ||||||
| India | +1.8% | 9,911 | 0.68 USD / kg (10,720,715.04 kg) | 0.68 USD / kg (12,729,699.018 kg) | 0.70 USD / kg (20,241,781.273 kg) | 0.69 USD / kg (18,748,261.753 kg) | 0.68 USD / kg (19,932,356.617 kg) | 0.71 USD / kg (12,647,135.023 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -5.5% | 9,728 | 0.41 USD / kg (23,896,864 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (22,562,241 kg) | 0.41 USD / kg (19,766,595 kg) | 0.41 USD / kg (50,350,429 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (52,408,965.3 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (42,889,048 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | -8.3% | 6,615 | 0.28 USD / kg (70,943,420.602 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (73,344,546 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (128,349,390 kg) | 0.26 USD / kg (192,981,042 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (115,753,673 kg) | 0.27 USD / kg (153,344,511.501 kg) | ||||||
| Uzbekistan | +18.6% | 2,749 | 0.28 USD / kg (39,804,400 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (27,772,250 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (47,651,300 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (29,288,660 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (65,712,762 kg) | 0.28 USD / kg (68,080,634.9 kg) |
Wheat Flour Global Supply Chain Coverage
14,009 companies
5,528 exporters and 8,481 importers are mapped for Wheat Flour.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Wheat Flour, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Wheat Flour Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
5,528 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Wheat Flour. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Wheat Flour Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
6 premium Wheat Flour suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Akash Enterprises
India
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Health Smart Solutions Pty Ltd
South Africa
Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
ITC Limited
India
Food Manufacturing
Pastificio Attilio Mastromauro Granoro s.r.l.
Italy
Food Manufacturing
MOLINO ROSSETTO SPA
Italy
Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
POLSELLI SPA
Italy
Food Wholesalers
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Wheat Flour Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 5,528 total exporter companies in the Wheat Flour supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-27
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 1 - 10 Employees
Industries: Food WholesalersCrop Production
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Singapore)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 1M - 5M
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: RetailFood ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Russia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food WholesalersFood PackagingOthersCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTradeFood ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / Packing
Wheat Flour Global Exporter Coverage
5,528 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Wheat Flour supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow Wheat Flour opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for Wheat Flour (HS Code 110100) in 2024
For Wheat Flour in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turkiye | 3,022,418,018 kg | 1,160,462,976 USD |
| 2 | Uzbekistan | 1,725,129,800 kg | 513,623,373.98 USD |
| 3 | Egypt | 651,707,538.342 kg | 454,449,707.436 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 786,279,901.392 kg | 362,061,102.111 USD |
| 5 | Italy | 348,317,947.297 kg | 308,524,811.395 USD |
| 6 | Canada | 220,043,105 kg | 191,030,081.487 USD |
| 7 | Belgium | 366,467,212.426 kg | 184,372,410.738 USD |
| 8 | Argentina | 412,982,940 kg | 157,284,086.56 USD |
| 9 | United States | 211,698,228 kg | 151,103,319 USD |
| 10 | Japan | 180,320,000 kg | 102,393,268.403 USD |
Wheat Flour Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
Track Wheat Flour exporter-to-importer flows by value, volume, and share to uncover high-potential export routes.
Wheat Flour Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
8,481 importer companies are mapped for Wheat Flour demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Wheat Flour Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them against 8,481 total importer companies tracked for Wheat Flour. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate buyer quality and demand concentration.
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-25
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Sudan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uzbekistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-27
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-20
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(India)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-29
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food PackagingFood ManufacturingBrokers And Trade Agencies
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
8,481 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Wheat Flour.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Wheat Flour buyers, compare partner density by country, and refine GTM priorities.
Top Import Demand Countries for Wheat Flour (HS Code 110100) in 2024
For Wheat Flour in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 347,054,209 kg | 326,150,712 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 589,517,799 kg | 297,706,292.849 USD |
| 3 | Uzbekistan | 730,140,610 kg | 236,710,982.99 USD |
| 4 | Ireland | 256,444,710.684 kg | 171,968,682.169 USD |
| 5 | Brazil | 301,518,054.434 kg | 136,884,490 USD |
| 6 | Hong Kong | 155,243,384 kg | 100,981,124.381 USD |
| 7 | Germany | 141,656,936.035 kg | 78,775,726.728 USD |
| 8 | Canada | 159,454,768.519 kg | 72,786,270.059 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 154,220,683 kg | 71,124,597.24 USD |
| 10 | Mexico | 77,856,604 kg | 69,862,131 USD |
Wheat Flour Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze Wheat Flour origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Wheat Flour
Wheat Flour Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Wheat Flour wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Wheat Flour wholesale unit prices: Russia (0.69 USD / kg), Brazil (0.63 USD / kg), China (0.55 USD / kg), Pakistan (0.39 USD / kg), India (0.31 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-05 | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | ||||||
| India | 0.35 USD / kg | 0.34 USD / kg | 0.32 USD / kg | 0.30 USD / kg | 0.33 USD / kg | 0.31 USD / kg | ||||||
| Russia | 0.71 USD / kg | 0.70 USD / kg | 0.68 USD / kg | - | 0.67 USD / kg | 0.69 USD / kg | ||||||
| Pakistan | 0.27 USD / kg | 0.27 USD / kg | 0.28 USD / kg | - | 0.37 USD / kg | 0.39 USD / kg | ||||||
| Brazil | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.24 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.23 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | 0.63 USD / kg |
Wheat Flour Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Wheat Flour Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 Wheat Flour wholesale updates to validate current export price points and origin-level supplier changes.
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Global Farmgate Supplier Price Trends by Country for Wheat Flour
Wheat Flour Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Wheat Flour farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-10, countries with visible Wheat Flour farmgate unit prices: Hungary (0.43 USD / kg).
Wheat Flour Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare Wheat Flour farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 3 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
Latest Wheat Flour Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 Wheat Flour farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormMilled powder
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Wheat flour is a globally traded milled grain ingredient, with production closely linked to both wheat-growing regions and large consumption centers that mill imported wheat. Global trade is typically more regional than raw wheat because flour is bulkier per unit of wheat equivalent and more sensitive to moisture and storage pests, but major milling hubs still export to nearby deficit markets. Market dynamics are shaped by upstream wheat availability and prices, milling capacity utilization, food security policies (including export restrictions), and buyer specifications for protein/gluten performance in baking and noodle applications. Demand is structurally supported by staple-food consumption and industrial bakery/noodle sectors, while short-term volatility follows weather shocks and geopolitical disruptions affecting wheat supply chains.
Market GrowthGrowing (medium-term outlook)steady demand expansion in line with population growth, urbanization, and growth of industrial baking and noodle manufacturing
Major Producing Countries
- ChinaLarge domestic milling sector supported by major wheat production and high staple-food demand.
- IndiaLarge wheat producer with extensive domestic milling oriented to internal consumption.
- United StatesMajor wheat producer with diversified flour types for industrial baking and retail channels.
- RussiaSignificant wheat producer; flour output linked to domestic use and regional trade.
- TurkiyeMajor industrial milling hub supplying domestic market and export demand in nearby regions.
- IndonesiaLarge flour production base driven by domestic demand (noodles and bakery) supported by imported wheat.
- EgyptHigh per-capita wheat-based consumption; domestic milling tied to food security policies.
Major Exporting Countries
- TurkiyeOften reported among leading wheat flour exporters in global trade statistics; exports concentrated to nearby and deficit markets.
- KazakhstanRegional exporter of wheat and wheat flour to Central and South Asia in many trade datasets.
- GermanyExports specialty and industrial flour products within Europe and to select external markets.
- FranceMilling and intra-regional trade linked to EU wheat supply base.
Supply Calendar
- Black Sea region (Northern Hemisphere):Jul, Aug, SepWheat harvest-driven availability; milling and flour exports depend on upstream wheat supply and policy conditions.
- European Union (Northern Hemisphere):Jul, Aug, SepHarvest-driven wheat availability; flour supply is relatively continuous due to storage and year-round milling.
- North America (Northern Hemisphere):Aug, Sep, OctMixed winter and spring wheat harvest windows; flour production runs year-round with stored wheat.
- Australia (Southern Hemisphere):Nov, Dec, JanCounter-seasonal harvest supports global wheat availability; influences flour production where wheat is milled domestically or imported.
- Argentina (Southern Hemisphere):Nov, Dec, JanCounter-seasonal harvest contributes to wheat supply for milling and potential flour exports depending on trade conditions.
Specification
Major VarietiesHard wheat flour (bread flour), Soft wheat flour (pastry/cake flour), All-purpose wheat flour (blended), Durum semolina (pasta/semolina products)
Physical Attributes
- Fine white to off-white powder with particle size tailored to end use (bakery vs noodles vs pastry)
- Tendency to absorb moisture and odors; requires dry, clean storage to prevent caking and quality loss
Compositional Metrics
- Protein content and gluten quality/strength are core performance indicators for baking and noodle processing
- Ash content (mineral content) is commonly specified and linked to extraction rate and flour color
- Moisture content is routinely specified to manage shelf stability and mold risk
- Falling number (alpha-amylase activity) is commonly used to assess sprout damage impacts on processing quality
- Dough rheology measures (e.g., farinograph/alveograph-type parameters) are used in industrial procurement
Grades
- National/regional standards for wheat flour quality and safety are commonly referenced in contracts
- Codex Alimentarius provides reference guidance for wheat flour in international food standards
Packaging
- Multiwall paper or woven polypropylene bags commonly used for bulk trade (typical industrial pack sizes vary by market)
- Retail packs for consumer channels in many markets
- Bulk handling via big bags or bulk loading where infrastructure supports it
ProcessingFlour is susceptible to storage pests and quality deterioration under high humidity; pest management and sanitation programs are integral to storage and transportBlending of different wheat classes and/or flour streams is common to hit functional specifications for target applications
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Wheat sourcing (domestic or imported) -> cleaning -> tempering/conditioning -> roller milling and sifting -> blending and (where required) fortification -> quality testing -> bagging/bulk loading -> dry warehousing -> regional distribution to industrial users and retail
Demand Drivers
- Staple-food consumption (bread, flatbreads, noodles, pasta, dumplings) across major consuming regions
- Industrial bakery and noodle manufacturing scale-up in urbanizing markets
- Retail demand for home baking in some markets and periods
- Government food security programs that support wheat milling and flour availability
Temperature
- Ambient, dry storage is typical; controlling heat and humidity reduces caking, mold risk, and insect pressure
- Avoiding condensation during container and warehouse handling is critical to preserve quality
Atmosphere Control
- Moisture and oxygen management is more relevant for pest control and shelf stability than true controlled-atmosphere logistics; sealed storage, fumigation protocols, and hygiene programs are commonly used
Shelf Life
- Shelf life is typically measured in months under cool, dry, pest-controlled conditions and varies by packaging, ambient humidity, and whether the flour is fortified or whole-grain
Risks
Upstream Wheat Supply And Price Volatility HighWheat flour availability and pricing are tightly coupled to upstream wheat supply, which is highly exposed to weather shocks (drought/heat during key growing stages) and geopolitical disruption in major wheat-exporting corridors. Export restrictions, logistics bottlenecks, or conflict-related disruptions can rapidly transmit into flour markets, especially in import-dependent regions and where governments intervene for food security.Diversify wheat and flour sourcing across multiple origins, maintain strategic stocks or buffer inventories where feasible, use forward contracts/hedging where available, and qualify alternative formulations (blends with other grains) for non-critical applications.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFortification/enrichment requirements, labeling rules, and permitted processing aids (e.g., bleaching agents or improvers) differ across jurisdictions, increasing compliance risk for exporters and multinational buyers.Specify destination-market regulatory requirements in contracts, maintain documentation for fortification and additive compliance, and segregate production lines or SKUs for regulated markets.
Food Safety MediumFood safety risks include mycotoxins originating in wheat, pest contamination during storage, and microbiological hazards associated with poor sanitation in milling or downstream handling. Quality deterioration from moisture ingress can also create spoilage and recall risk.Implement supplier approval and incoming wheat testing, maintain robust HACCP-based controls in milling, use pest management and dry storage controls, and conduct routine contaminant and moisture monitoring.
Logistics LowWhile flour is generally shelf-stable compared with fresh foods, it is vulnerable to moisture and odor contamination during transport and warehousing, leading to downgraded product and claims.Use moisture barriers and clean, dry containers/warehouses; apply handling SOPs that prevent condensation and cross-odor exposure.
Sustainability
- Greenhouse gas footprint linked to nitrogen fertilizer use in wheat cultivation and energy use in milling
- Soil health, erosion, and regenerative agriculture practices in major wheat-growing regions
- Water use exposure in irrigated wheat systems in water-stressed basins
- Food loss and waste risks from storage pests and moisture damage along the dry supply chain
Labor & Social
- Farm labor conditions and occupational safety in wheat production and grain handling
- Smallholder and consumer exposure to price volatility for staple grain products in import-dependent markets
- Food security sensitivity to policy-driven market interventions (subsidies, price controls, and export measures)
FAQ
What are the most common buyer specifications for wheat flour in international trade?Buyers typically specify functional performance and safety parameters such as protein and gluten strength (for baking/noodles), ash content (linked to extraction rate and color), moisture content (shelf stability), and indicators like falling number for enzyme activity. Many industrial buyers also use dough rheology metrics (e.g., farinograph/alveograph-type tests) to ensure consistent processing performance.
Why can wheat flour prices and availability change quickly even though flour is shelf-stable?Because wheat flour is tightly linked to upstream wheat supply, shocks such as drought/heat in key growing regions, export restrictions, or geopolitical disruption in major export corridors can rapidly raise wheat costs and constrain availability. Those upstream disruptions often transmit quickly into flour markets, particularly in import-dependent regions and where governments intervene for food security.
Is wheat flour trade mainly global or regional?It is often more regional than raw wheat because flour is bulkier per unit of wheat equivalent and is sensitive to moisture and storage pests, making long-distance logistics less efficient. However, major milling hubs still export significant volumes to nearby deficit markets when economics and policy conditions allow.
Sources
Wheat Flour Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
Explore country-level Wheat Flour market pages for supplier coverage, trade flows, and price benchmarks.
All country market pages: China, Egypt, Turkiye, India, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Germany, Indonesia, United States, Italy, Russia, Uzbekistan, France, Brazil, Argentina, Canada, Australia, Ethiopia, Belgium, Nigeria, Pakistan, Japan, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Ukraine, Netherlands, Morocco, Mexico, Thailand, Spain, Iran, Sri Lanka, Poland, South Africa, Singapore, Uganda, Malaysia, Tanzania, Kyrgyzstan, South Korea, Lesotho, Iraq, Kenya, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates, Algeria, Oman, Venezuela, United Kingdom, Syria, Hungary, Djibouti, Serbia, Dominican Republic, Ireland, Austria, Yemen, Sudan, Slovakia, Kuwait, Turkmenistan, Georgia, Portugal, Jordan, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Palestine, Czechia, Romania, Luxembourg, Bulgaria, Fiji, Madagascar, Greece, El Salvador, Chile, Latvia, Saudi Arabia, Libya, Guatemala, Cuba, South Sudan, Denmark, Israel, Bolivia, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Angola, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Switzerland, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cape Verde, Cyprus, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, Falkland Islands, Gabon, Grenada, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Croatia, Iceland, Jamaica, Cambodia, Laos, Lebanon, Liberia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nicaragua, Norway, Nepal, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sweden, Slovenia, Senegal, Suriname, Swaziland, Togo, Tajikistan, East Timor, Tunisia, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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Raw materials: Wheat Grain
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