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Cassava Starch Price Trend Analysis 2026: Price Drivers, Market Insights, Historical Prices, Latest News & Supply Demand Analysis
Written BySiddharth David
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Cassava Starch Price Trend Q3 2026
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassava Starch | Thailand | FOB | USD 700.34/MT | August 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | India | EXW | USD 1,256.60/MT | August 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | USA | CIF | USD 855.95/MT | August 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | Germany | CIF | USD 813.92/MT | August 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | Japan | CIF | USD 734.66/MT | August 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | Thailand | FOB | USD 700.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | India | EXW | USD 1,304.87/MT | July 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | USA | CIF | USD 887.49/MT | July 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | Germany | CIF | USD 833.63/MT | July 2026 |
| Cassava Starch | Japan | CIF | USD 733.00/MT | July 2026 |
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Cassava Starch Price Trend Q3 2026
- Cassava starch prices stayed at record highs in Q3 2026, as severe raw material shortages in major exporting countries outweighed weaker export volumes.
- Fresh cassava root costs surged on mosaic disease, shrinking planted area and halted cross-border supply from Cambodia, forcing some starch plants to cut operating rates.
- Chinese buyers accepted higher prices amid low port stocks, while food, paper and ethanol users faced rising input costs and reduced purchase volumes.
Cassava starch prices held at record levels through Q3 2026, edging higher in August before easing slightly in September. Thailand, the largest exporter, faced a severe shortage of fresh roots, with some starch plants running at only 20–30% of capacity and root prices reaching new highs in mid-August. Cassava mosaic disease, a lack of clean planting stems and border closures with Cambodia sharply reduced raw material availability. According to Thailand’s Department of Foreign Trade, exports fell 51.63% to 2.52 million tonnes in the first half, while average export values rose strongly, showing that limited supply rather than demand drove prices. In Vietnam, fresh root prices hit records, supported by strong Chinese demand and more cassava chips being diverted to ethanol for blended fuel. Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade reported that exports fell in January to July, with China taking most of the volume as low port stocks encouraged buyers to accept higher prices.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near term, cassava starch prices are likely to remain elevated until new crop supply improves, though weaker export demand may prevent further sharp increases.
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- Cassava starch markets strengthened during Q2 2026 as late-season root shortages reduced processing availability and tightened export supply.
- Lower cassava-root availability increased processing costs, while rising ethanol demand created additional competition for feedstock in Vietnam.
- Food, textile, paper and industrial demand remained steady, with Chinese buying interest supporting regional trade despite tighter supply.
In Thailand, the average Cassava Starch price was USD 690/MT (FOB) in June. India recorded USD 1279/MT (CIF), while Japan stood at USD 1259/MT (CIF). Asian cassava starch markets moved upward during Q2 as seasonal root shortages reduced factory operations and tightened export availability. Vietnam was the clearest example, with starch export offers increasing during May and strengthening further into June as factories faced limited late-season cassava supplies. Some processors reduced operating rates or entered maintenance, restricting immediate availability. Thailand also experienced tighter production conditions, with only part of its starch-factory base operating by mid-June. Chinese port inventories declined during the quarter, adding support to regional replacement costs. Demand remained steady from food, textile, paper and industrial users, while Chinese purchasing continued to provide an important outlet for Southeast Asian suppliers. Vietnam's expanding ethanol-blending programme created an additional concern for starch producers because greater ethanol production could increase competition for cassava roots. At the same time, Thailand's trade discussions with Chinese buyers indicated continued commercial interest in cassava starch and related products.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, prices are likely to remain firm as seasonal feedstock tightness persists, although new-crop availability could gradually ease supply pressure.
About Cassava Starch
Cassava Starch refers to the beady starch derived from the tuberous roots of the cassava plant, also known as Manihot esculenta. It is processed into several forms, that is, hot soluble powder, meal, pre-cooked fine/coarse flakes, rectangular sticks, and spherical "pearls" at the commercial level. Amongst these, pearls are the most widely available shape, and its size range from nearly 1 mm to 8 mm in diameter.
Cassava Starch Product Detail
Industrial Uses
Food, Pharmaceutical, Raw material, Tanning of leather, Adhesives, Paints, Thickening and gelling agent
Synonyms
Tapioca
Supplier Database
TCS Tapioca Starch Industry Co. Ltd., PT Buda Starch & Sweetener, SPAC Tapioca, Sunrise International, Inc, Sanguan Wongse Industries Co., Ltd, Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
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Asia Pacific
China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand
Europe
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece
North America
United States and Canada
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru
Africa
South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
Supplier Database AvailabilityYes
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Cassava Starch Production Processes
- Production of Cassava Starch via Wet Milling Process
The wet milling process includes softening of plant roots, grinding, as well as separation of impurities to finally produce cassava starch. This method of extraction includes cleaning and sorting of plant material as well. After washing and grating cassava, the obtained starch milk is dried to finally obtain Cassava Starch.
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Siddharth David
Manager - Market Research
Delivering market research and procurement intelligence at Procurement Resource with a focus on economic forecasting, commodity analysis, and client advisory to help sourcing teams make data-backed purchasing decisions.
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