Sub Product
Caster White Sugar, Coarse White Sugar, Cube White Sugar, Granulated White Sugar, +2
Derived Products
Marinara Sauce, Marshmallow, Mignonette Sauce, Milk Chocolates, +223
Raw Materials
Raw Beet Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar
HS Code
170199
Last Updated
2026-05-26
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- White Sugar market coverage spans 174 countries.
- 3,311 exporter companies and 5,346 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 36,770 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 8 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 2 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 2026-05-26.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for White Sugar
Analyze 36,770 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for White Sugar.
White Sugar Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in White Sugar to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for White Sugar: United States (-51.1%), Mexico (-24.8%), Thailand (-18.3%).
White Sugar Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark White Sugar country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible White Sugar transaction unit prices: Costa Rica (1.15 USD / kg), South Africa (1.06 USD / kg), Mexico (0.81 USD / kg), Azerbaijan (0.78 USD / kg), Paraguay (0.74 USD / kg), 15 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | -18.3% | 3,622 | 0.60 USD / kg (14,205,145.18 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (16,552,300 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (153,280,580 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (126,524,937.85 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (142,903,958.6 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (72,082,163 kg) | ||||||
| India | -11.6% | 14,444 | 0.52 USD / kg (611,790,849.008 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (491,382,285.008 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (422,500,383.062 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (400,811,113.92 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (100,990,181.5 kg) | 0.50 USD / kg (184,428,012.211 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | -9.6% | 310 | 0.68 USD / kg (6,997,070 kg) | 0.64 USD / kg (6,978,911.356 kg) | 0.64 USD / kg (6,520,610.008 kg) | 0.62 USD / kg (8,483,333.71 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (12,792,160 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (13,628,539.08 kg) | ||||||
| Paraguay | +6.1% | 309 | 0.73 USD / kg (563,400 kg) | 0.75 USD / kg (4,643,530 kg) | 0.72 USD / kg (5,164,098 kg) | 0.72 USD / kg (5,956,700 kg) | 0.83 USD / kg (2,502,805 kg) | 0.74 USD / kg (2,502,080 kg) | ||||||
| Malaysia | -13.8% | 247 | 0.58 USD / kg (1,841,900 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (2,174,458.23 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (3,092,000 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (2,393,779.84 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (1,971,001.2 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (4,597,000 kg) | ||||||
| Colombia | -7.1% | 1,419 | 0.58 USD / kg (4,882,244 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (6,702,257 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (26,593,006 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (31,507,268.01 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (20,902,562 kg) | 0.59 USD / kg (20,450,524.16 kg) | ||||||
| Kazakhstan | +3.1% | 1,358 | 0.65 USD / kg (10,938,543.301 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (5,286,247.95 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (9,184,518.458 kg) | 0.62 USD / kg (21,195,660.838 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (24,625,987.471 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (8,937,415.797 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | -6.2% | 1,307 | 0.92 USD / kg (584,565.87 kg) | - (-) | 0.65 USD / kg (1,883,140 kg) | 1.02 USD / kg (1,339,660.23 kg) | 1.01 USD / kg (971,482.7 kg) | 1.15 USD / kg (1,925,522.08 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -24.8% | 1,121 | 0.87 USD / kg (9,516,188 kg) | 0.83 USD / kg (18,969,752.922 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (54,735,453.223 kg) | 0.82 USD / kg (59,627,762.57 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (2,857,323.6 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (238,433.59 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | -16.1% | 792 | 0.56 USD / kg (6,576,962.9 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (1,696,566 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (5,470,855 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (60,708,192 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (6,296,400 kg) | 0.50 USD / kg (14,380,027.4 kg) |
White Sugar Global Supply Chain Coverage
8,657 companies
3,311 exporters and 5,346 importers are mapped for White Sugar.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for White Sugar, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
White Sugar Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
3,311 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for White Sugar. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
White Sugar Verified Export Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Premium Partners
8 premium White Sugar suppliers include country, industry, and contactability signals to prioritize credible export partners faster.
Guangzhou Vol Sea technology co.LTD
China
Contact
Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersCrop ProductionBeverage ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Conter Consulting Inc
Canada
Catalog
Brokers And Trade Agencies
Global Food Company Ltd
Bulgaria
Catalog
Thani Thai Co.,Ltd
Thailand
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
Satyendra Packaging Limited
India
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
TEAM AGRO GIDA SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI
Turkiye
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingBeverage Manufacturing
National Cooperative Exports Limited
India
Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
APEX TRADING
India
Others
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White Sugar Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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White Sugar Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
Review leading exporter profiles while benchmarking against 3,311 total exporter companies in the White Sugar supply chain intelligence network. Exporters and importers can unlock company profiles and analytics to qualify partners faster.
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-24
Recently Export Partner Companies: 6
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingOthers
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-10
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthersTrade
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Trade
(Kazakhstan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Export Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleOthers
(Peru)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
White Sugar Global Exporter Coverage
3,311 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for White Sugar supply depth and sourcing optionality.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics to narrow White Sugar opportunities by country, product, and value-chain role, then open company profiles to validate fit.
Top Exporting Countries for White Sugar (HS Code 170199) in 2024
For White Sugar in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 4,764,561,432.695 kg | 2,674,727,127 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 2,290,209,135.647 kg | 1,430,319,535.71 USD |
| 3 | Germany | 1,492,917,482.937 kg | 1,157,628,597.323 USD |
| 4 | Poland | 976,934,604.051 kg | 702,508,591 USD |
| 5 | Netherlands | 653,410,116 kg | 555,566,620.499 USD |
| 6 | Ukraine | 949,148,515.35 kg | 520,209,999.82 USD |
| 7 | Guatemala | 807,940,151 kg | 475,573,540 USD |
| 8 | Belgium | 457,880,327.068 kg | 382,469,508.502 USD |
| 9 | Egypt | 482,973,077.523 kg | 344,804,457.736 USD |
| 10 | Pakistan | 632,804,000 kg | 341,941,943.456 USD |
White Sugar Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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White Sugar Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
5,346 importer companies are mapped for White Sugar demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
White Sugar Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Somalia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Afghanistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Uganda)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesGrocery Stores
Value Chain Roles: -
(Comoros)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-11
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
5,346 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for White Sugar.
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Top Import Demand Countries for White Sugar (HS Code 170199) in 2024
For White Sugar in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Italy | 1,562,849,741 kg | 1,111,683,114.083 USD |
| 2 | United States | 766,849,546.644 kg | 658,599,330 USD |
| 3 | Mexico | 491,011,928 kg | 498,035,552 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 451,083,724.071 kg | 433,957,273.836 USD |
| 5 | Sri Lanka | 565,895,425.45 kg | 367,771,648.17 USD |
| 6 | Chile | 461,340,618.37 kg | 310,490,518.035 USD |
| 7 | Israel | 267,872,762.554 kg | 255,862,000 USD |
| 8 | Netherlands | 224,114,533 kg | 228,061,089.318 USD |
| 9 | Thailand | 309,036,718.557 kg | 190,214,177.37 USD |
| 10 | Philippines | 281,926,819.04 kg | 187,894,325 USD |
White Sugar Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
Analyze White Sugar origin-to-destination trade flows by value, volume, and share to monitor demand-side sourcing channels.
Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for White Sugar
White Sugar Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly White Sugar wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible White Sugar wholesale unit prices: Indonesia (1.05 USD / kg), Mexico (0.94 USD / kg), Brazil (0.59 USD / kg), India (0.48 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-06 | 2025-07 | 2025-08 | 2025-09 | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 0.65 USD / kg | 0.63 USD / kg | 0.64 USD / kg | 0.63 USD / kg | 0.61 USD / kg | 0.59 USD / kg | ||||||
| India | 0.49 USD / kg | 0.49 USD / kg | 0.48 USD / kg | 0.48 USD / kg | 0.48 USD / kg | 0.48 USD / kg | ||||||
| Indonesia | 1.10 USD / kg | 1.09 USD / kg | 1.09 USD / kg | 1.06 USD / kg | 1.06 USD / kg | 1.05 USD / kg | ||||||
| Mexico | 0.95 USD / kg | 0.94 USD / kg | 0.93 USD / kg | 0.94 USD / kg | 0.94 USD / kg | 0.94 USD / kg | ||||||
| South Africa | 1.51 USD / kg | 1.47 USD / kg | - | 1.53 USD / kg | 1.55 USD / kg | - |
White Sugar Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
Compare White Sugar wholesale price ranges and YoY changes across the top 5 exporting countries to benchmark supplier price competitiveness.
| Rank | Country | Average | Lower | Upper | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 0.60 USD / kg | 0.53 USD / kg | 0.66 USD / kg | -7.7% |
| 2 | India | 0.49 USD / kg | 0.45 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | -0.5% |
| 3 | Indonesia | 1.06 USD / kg | 0.84 USD / kg | 1.29 USD / kg | -1.9% |
| 4 | Mexico | 1.02 USD / kg | 0.75 USD / kg | 1.45 USD / kg | -8.4% |
| 5 | South Africa | 1.53 USD / kg | 1.47 USD / kg | 1.61 USD / kg | - |
Latest White Sugar Wholesale Export Price Updates
Use the latest 5 White Sugar 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 White Sugar
White Sugar Monthly Farmgate Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly White Sugar farmgate unit-price benchmarks by country to monitor supplier-side cost movement.
In 2025-09, countries with visible White Sugar farmgate unit prices: Czechia (0.68 USD / kg).
White Sugar Farmgate Cost Trends by Major Exporting Supplier Countries
Compare White Sugar farmgate price levels and YoY changes across the top 2 exporting countries to understand origin-side supplier cost structure.
Latest White Sugar Farmgate Export Cost Updates
Review the latest 5 White Sugar farmgate updates to monitor origin-side export cost and supplier pricing shifts.
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormRefined crystalline (white sugar)
Industry PositionRefined food ingredient commodity
Market
White sugar (refined sucrose) is a globally traded sweetener ingredient derived primarily from sugarcane and sugar beet, with large-scale production concentrated in major cane origins (e.g., Brazil, India, Thailand) and major beet origins (e.g., parts of Europe and Eurasia). International trade in solid sugar is led by a small set of exporters—especially Brazil—while large deficit markets and refining hubs import substantial volumes. Market dynamics are shaped by weather-driven yield variability in cane and beet regions, policy interventions (including quotas and export controls), and the cane-to-ethanol allocation decision in key origins. Demand is broad-based across food and beverage manufacturing and household use, but faces structural headwinds in some markets from sugar-reduction policies and reformulation.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)steady demand in core food manufacturing uses alongside offsetting pressures from sugar-reduction policies and product reformulation in some markets
Major Producing Countries
- BrazilLargest exporter in HS 1701 trade; major sugarcane-based sugar producer (FAOSTAT; UN Comtrade via WITS).
- IndiaMajor sugar producer with export availability influenced by domestic policy and cane-to-ethanol allocation (USDA FAS; UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ThailandMajor sugarcane-based producer and exporter in HS 1701 trade (FAOSTAT; UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ChinaLarge producer and significant importer in HS 1701 trade (FAOSTAT; UN Comtrade via WITS).
- FranceMajor beet-sugar producer and exporter within HS 1701 trade (FAOSTAT; UN Comtrade via WITS).
- RussiaMajor sugar beet producer (FAOSTAT).
Major Exporting Countries
- BrazilTop exporter by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- IndiaAmong top exporters by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ThailandAmong top exporters by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- FranceAmong top exporters by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- GermanyAmong top exporters by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
Major Importing Countries
- IndonesiaTop importer by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- United StatesAmong top importers by value in 2023 for HS 1701; imports managed via tariff-rate quotas (UN Comtrade via WITS; USDA FAS).
- ChinaAmong top importers by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- ItalyAmong top importers by value in 2023 for HS 1701 (UN Comtrade via WITS).
- IndiaAppears among large importers in 2023 HS 1701 data; import needs can vary with domestic crop and policy (UN Comtrade via WITS; USDA FAS).
Supply Calendar
- Brazil (Center-South):May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctPeak export availability typically aligns with the main Center-South crush period; Brazil marketing year commonly referenced as April–March in USDA sugar reporting.
- India:Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprSeasonal production and export timing often align with the post-harvest period; India marketing year commonly referenced as October–September in USDA sugar reporting.
- Thailand:Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprSeasonal export availability typically aligns with the cane harvest/crush season; Thailand marketing year commonly referenced as December–November in USDA sugar reporting.
- EU beet-sugar (e.g., France/Germany/Poland):Oct, Nov, Dec, JanBeet campaign-driven production; EU marketing year commonly referenced as October–September in USDA sugar reporting.
- Australia:Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecSeasonal production/export availability typically aligns with the harvest/crush season; Australia marketing year commonly referenced as July–June in USDA sugar reporting.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- White, free-flowing crystalline solid (granulated form) intended for food use
- Low odor and neutral sweetness profile; prone to caking if exposed to moisture
Compositional Metrics
- Codex definition: purified and crystallised sucrose with polarisation not less than 99.7 °Z for 'white sugar' (Codex STAN 212-1999)
- Buyer specifications commonly reference polarimetric sucrose content (°Z), color (ICUMSA units), moisture, ash (conductivity), and insoluble matter measured using ICUMSA methods
Grades
- White sugar (Codex STAN 212-1999)
- Plantation or mill white sugar (Codex STAN 212-1999)
- Powdered/icing sugar (Codex STAN 212-1999)
Packaging
- Consumer retail packs (e.g., paper or plastic bags)
- Industrial multiwall bags (commonly 25–50 kg)
- Big bags (commonly ~1 metric ton) and bulk containerized shipments for industrial users
ProcessingHighly soluble in water; used across beverages, confectionery, bakery, and dairyMoisture-sensitive (hygroscopic behavior can drive caking and flowability issues); storage and packaging focus on humidity controlCan undergo inversion (to glucose/fructose) under acidic conditions and heat, affecting processing behavior in some applications
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Sugarcane/beet cultivation → harvest → milling/extraction → crystallization (raw or direct white, depending on process) → refining (for many cane-based streams) → drying/cooling → packaging → bulk trade and distribution → food and beverage manufacturing and retail
Demand Drivers
- Baseline demand from food and beverage manufacturing (sweetening and bulking)
- Household consumption in many markets
- Industrial uses including fermentation and some non-food applications; substitution dynamics versus other sweeteners can shift demand by region
Temperature
- Ambient handling is typical; primary quality risk is moisture uptake rather than temperature
- Warehousing and transport practices prioritize dry, clean conditions and protection from high humidity to prevent caking and microbial contamination from wetting
Shelf Life
- Long shelf life when kept dry and protected from odors/contamination; quality degradation is mainly physical (caking) rather than chemical spoilage
Risks
Climate HighWeather shocks in major sugar origins can rapidly tighten global availability and move prices, because a large share of exportable supply is concentrated in a small number of cane-based exporters. Drought/heat in Brazil’s Center-South and rainfall/monsoon variability affecting South Asian production are recurrent drivers of market volatility.Diversify origin exposure across cane- and beet-based suppliers where feasible, use futures/forward hedging for price risk, and align inventory buffers with seasonal shipment windows.
Policy And Biofuel Linkage MediumIn major cane origins, the allocation decision between producing sugar versus ethanol can materially shift export availability and price direction. Ethanol policy and energy-market dynamics can therefore transmit into white sugar market tightness/looseness.Monitor origin-specific policy signals (ethanol mandates/pricing), maintain flexible procurement, and consider contractual clauses tied to delivery windows and substitution options.
Trade Policy MediumTariffs, tariff-rate quotas, safeguard actions, and export controls can distort trade flows and create abrupt availability changes for importing markets. Some major import markets manage inflows through quota systems that affect origin access and price formation.Maintain compliance-ready multi-origin supplier portfolios and track quota fill rates, licensing rules, and origin eligibility in key destination markets.
Labor Rights MediumDue diligence risk is elevated where sugarcane inputs are linked to forced labor or hazardous child labor in specific geographies, creating potential for import scrutiny, buyer delisting, and reputational harm for downstream brands.Implement traceability to mill/estate where possible, require credible social-audit evidence, and prioritize suppliers participating in recognized sustainability and human-rights programs.
Sustainability
- Climate vulnerability of sugarcane and sugar beet yields (drought, heat stress, flooding) in major origins, driving supply and price volatility
- Water stewardship and irrigation dependence in some cane/beet regions
- Field burning/air quality concerns in cane production systems where practiced, and broader agricultural emissions from fertilizer use and energy-intensive processing
- Growing use of sustainability standards and assurance schemes in sugarcane supply chains (e.g., Bonsucro) to address climate, water, and human-rights themes
Labor & Social
- Forced labor and exploitative labor risks in parts of the sugarcane sector have been documented (e.g., U.S. Department of Labor ILAB listings for sugarcane in certain countries)
- Seasonal/migrant labor dependence and occupational safety risks in harvesting and processing, especially where mechanization is limited
- Community and land-tenure concerns where agricultural expansion or consolidation affects rural livelihoods
FAQ
Which countries are the largest exporters of solid sugar (HS 1701) in recent trade data?UN Comtrade data summarized by the World Bank’s WITS platform for 2023 lists Brazil as the top exporter by value for HS 1701, followed by India and Thailand, with France and Germany also among the leading exporters.
How does Codex define “white sugar” for food use?The Codex Alimentarius standard for sugars (Codex STAN 212-1999) describes white sugar as purified and crystallised sucrose with a polarisation of not less than 99.7 °Z.
Which markets are among the largest importers of solid sugar (HS 1701) based on 2023 data?UN Comtrade data summarized by WITS for 2023 lists Indonesia, the United States, and China among the largest importing countries for HS 1701 by value; Italy is also listed among the top importers, and the European Union is a major importing bloc in the same dataset.
Sources
White Sugar Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Brazil, Italy, Spain, India, China, Thailand, United States, Belgium, France, Indonesia, Germany, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Netherlands, Kenya, Poland, United Kingdom, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Guatemala, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Turkiye, Australia, Morocco, Pakistan, Vietnam, Ukraine, South Africa, Bangladesh, Colombia, Jordan, Laos, Romania, Argentina, Hungary, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mauritius, Israel, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Peru, Singapore, Bulgaria, Nicaragua, Tanzania, Uganda, Costa Rica, Senegal, Myanmar [Burma], Bolivia, Uzbekistan, El Salvador, Russia, Belarus, Sierra Leone, Chile, Greece, Czechia, Portugal, South Korea, Austria, Denmark, Switzerland, Tunisia, Guinea, Sudan, Cameroon, Croatia, Somalia, South Sudan, Djibouti, Lithuania, Slovakia, Tajikistan, Ghana, Slovenia, Ireland, Ecuador, Zambia, Mauritania, Serbia, Togo, Andorra, Afghanistan, Albania, Armenia, Angola, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Canada, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Finland, Fiji, Gabon, Georgia, Gambia, Hong Kong, Honduras, Iraq, Iran, Iceland, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Comoros, Kuwait, Lebanon, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Libya, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Maldives, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, New Caledonia, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Nepal, New Zealand, Oman, Panama, Puerto Rico, Palestine, Paraguay, Qatar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sweden, Suriname, Sint Maarten, Syria, Swaziland, East Timor, Turkmenistan, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, Uruguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, U.S. Virgin Islands, Yemen, Zimbabwe
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Derived products: Marinara Sauce, Marshmallow, Mignonette Sauce, Milk Chocolates, Mint Candies, Mirin, Mumbo Sauce, Naan, Nectarine Jam, Nougat Confection, Oatcake, Orange Fruit Cups, Orange Juice Beverage, Oyster Sauce, Pain au Chocolat, Pancake, Panettone, Panna Cotta, Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing, Pawpaw Jam, Peach Jam, Peanut Butter Spread, Pear Jam, Picante Sauce, Pickapeppa Sauce, Pickled Cucumber, Pili Fruit Jam, Pineapple Jam, Pitanga Jam, Plum Jam, Plum Sauce, Pomelo Jam, Poppyseed Dressing, Powdered Sugar, Pretzels, Prickly Pear Jam, Pulasan Jam, Quince Jam, Quince Paste, Rambai Jam, Raspberry Jam, Roasted Almond Kernel, Ready-to-drink Coffee, Rhubarb Jam, Rice Pudding, Ring Donut, Rolled Biscuits & Cookies, Rose Apple Jam, Sandwich Biscuits & Cookies, Sandwich Thins, Satkara Jam, Satkara Juice, Scone, Sea Buckthorn Jam, Semolina Pudding, Snowberry Jam, Soft Drinks, Sour Cherry Jam, Sour Cherry Juice, Sparkling Soft Drink, Sparkling Wine, Sponge Pudding, Sports Drink, Sprinkles, Sriracha, Ssamjang, Standard Biscuits & Cookies, Star Gooseberry Jam, Concentrated Fruit Squash, Frozen Cookie Dough, Corn Flakes Breakfast Cereal, Cranberry Jam, Croissant, Crumpet, Crème Caramel, Currant Juice, Custard, Custard Powder, Dairy Free Chocolate Pots, Dairy Free Soya Dessert, Dairy Free Sponge Dessert, Danish Pastry, Dark Chocolates, Doubanjiang, Duck Sauce, Elderberry Juice, Energy Drink, English Muffin, Fig Juice, Filled Biscuits & Cookies, Finger bun, Flavored Carbonated Ade, Flavored Gelatin Dessert, Flavored Iced Tea, Flavored Milkshake Powder, Flavored Powdered Dessert Mix, Flavored Ready-to-Drink Milkshake, Flavored Roasted Corn Snacks, Flavored Rum, Flavored Water, Fortified Wine, French Dressing, Fruit and Barley Squash, Fruit Cordial, Fruit Flavored Candies, Fruit-Infused Apple Cider, Fruit Loaf, Fruit Punch Drink, Fruit Wafers, Fudge, Ginger Ale, Ginger Beer, Gluten-Free Chocolate Spread, Gluten-Free Lager, Goji Berry Juice, Granola Cereals, Grape Juice, Grape Juice Drink, Grapefruit Juice, Groundcherry Jam, Hard Candy, High Juice Squash, Hot Cross Buns, Ice Cream Cone, Ice Cream Cake, Ice Cream Mix, Instant Hot Chocolate Powder, Instant Malted Drink Powder, Instant Porridge Oat Pot, Instant Sponge Pudding, Isotonic Sports Drink, Jelly and Gummy Candy, Ketchup, Kids Cupcake Baking Mix, Kombucha, Lattice Pie, Lemon Juice Beverage, Lemon Meringue Pie, Liqueur, Liqueurs and Cordials, Liquorice Confection, Lizano Sauce, Lollipop, Long Life Fruit Juice Drink, Low-fat Fruit Yogurt, Malt Drink, Cashew Apple Jam, Castella, Cereal Bars, Cheese-Flavored Corn Puff, Cheesecake, Cherry Jam, Chewy Candy, Chilled Yogurt Drink, Chocolate Baking Drops, Chocolate Bar, Chocolate Biscuit Bars, Chocolate Biscuit Bites, Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Eclair, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Pondant, Chocolate Rice Cakes, Chocolate Truffles, Chocolate Wafers, Chocolate Yule Log, Churros, Cider, Citrus Juice Beverage, Coleslaw Dressing, Fried Shrimp Snack, Steak Sauce, Stollen, Strawberry Jam, Sugar Ring Donut, Swiss Roll, Tamarillo Jam, Tangelo Jam, Tangor Jam, Tart Cherry Juice, Teriyaki Sauce, Toffee, Toffee Apple, Toffee Popcorn, Toffee Pudding, Tomatillo Jam, Tomato Sauce, Traditional Apple Cider, Turkish Delight, Vanilla Wafers, Vegan Chocolate Bar, Walnut Pie, Wasabi Mayo, Wheat Biscuit Cereal, Whipped Dessert Powder, Whiskey Flavored Liqueur, White Bloomer, White Bread, White Chocolate, Whole Wheat Bread, Worcestershire Sauce, Yum Yum Sauce, Yuzu Vinegar, Canned Mixed Fruit, Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wine, Almond Milk Drink, Anchovy Sauce, Aperitif, Artisan Crisps, Bagel, Baking Mix, Barley Water, Baton Bread, Belgian Chocolate Collection, Black Bean Paste, Blackcurrant Drink, Bran Breakfast Cereal, Bread and Butter Pudding, Bread Mix, Breadsticks, Breakfast Bars, Brioche, Brown Sugar, Brownies, Caffeinated Carbonated Energy Drink
Raw materials: Raw Beet Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar
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