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Lactose from Germany

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Export of Lactose from Germany

Lactose is categorized under HS code 170211 - Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter, and the data is presented accordingly.

Export overview

As of 2023, Germany ranked #2 in global exports of Lactose. Germany accounts for approximately 30.96% of the total global export value of Lactose, with an export value of 428,502,340 USD.
The top countries importing Lactose from Germany include World, Netherlands, Denmark, New Zealand, Ireland.

Export trend

Germany's export value of Lactose has increased by 29.55% over the past 5 years, rising from 330,771,268 USD in 2019 to 428,502,340 USD in 2023.
The export data for Germany Lactose is sourced from UN Comtrade and official Customs databases of various countries. The data is categorized under the Harmonized System (HS) code 170211 - Sugars; lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight 99% or more lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter, which covers a specific classification for Lactose and related products in international trade.
It's important to note that the HS code classification may not always perfectly match the definition of Lactose in certain markets, as HS codes often encompass a broader range of similar products.

Export transactions from 2025

Transactions in this market
2,710
Exporters
83
Importers
272

Major exporters of Germany Lactose in 2025

DFE PHARMA
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Germany
SACHSENMILCH LEPPERSDORF
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Germany
MEGGLE
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Germany
DFE PHARMA GMBH&CO
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Germany
DFE PHARMA
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Germany

Major importers of Germany Lactose in 2025

NESTLE INDIA
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India
LACTOSE INDIA
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India
DFE PHARMA INDIA
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India
SIGNET EXCIPIENTS
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India
DFE PHARMA USA
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United States

Historical export price trends

The export price of Lactose from Germany has fluctuated over the past 2 years. In 2024, the price varied between 0 USD per kg and 8.52 USD per kg. In 2025, the prices continued to fluctuate, ranging from 0.72 USD per kg to 8.52 USD per kg.
Year
Year
Low price
Low price
High price
High price
2023
$0.56/kg
$8.55/kg
2024
$0/kg
$8.52/kg
2025
$0.72/kg
$8.52/kg

Recent export price fluctuations

  • The notable importing countries of Lactose from Germany over the last 6 months include India, Pakistan, United States, Argentina, Vietnam.
  • Prices showed no clear pattern in 2026-09 compared to the average over the past 6 months, due to limited or missing data.
Reported transactions
Reported transactions
Price fluctuation (Over 6 months)
Price fluctuation (Over 6 months)
2026-04
113
Low
2026-05
107
Low
2026-06
99
Low
2026-07
101
N/A
2026-08
159
Low
2026-09
1
N/A
The export transaction data for Germany Lactose is sourced from Bill of Lading (B/L) documents and customs reports. Tridge ensures data accuracy through human oversight and AI, handling missing values, outliers, and standardizing currencies and units. Note that price trends may vary based on country, product variety, or timeframe.

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