White Sugar Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Sub Product
Caster White Sugar, Coarse White Sugar, Cube White Sugar, Granulated White Sugar, +2
Derived Products
Rose Apple Jam, Canned Mixed Fruit, Flavored Water, Baking Mix, +223
Raw Materials
Raw Beet Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar
HS Code
170199
Last Updated
2026-10-19
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- White Sugar market coverage spans 168 countries.
- 4,302 exporter companies and 6,881 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 22,282 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 8 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 1 catalog items are currently listed.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-10-19.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for White Sugar
Analyze 22,282 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 (-44.2%), France (+32.0%), Costa Rica (+21.2%).
White Sugar Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-11, benchmark White Sugar country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-04, countries with visible White Sugar transaction unit prices: France (6.25 USD / kg), Mexico (1.04 USD / kg), Brazil (0.65 USD / kg), Peru (0.57 USD / kg), India (0.53 USD / kg), 5 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand | -17.5% | 2,543 | 0.52 USD / kg (72,082,163 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (41,786,924.74 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (9,735,844 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (17,357,582.7 kg) | 0.49 USD / kg (10,310,241 kg) | 0.48 USD / kg (8,020,850 kg) | ||||||
| Vietnam | +13.6% | 331 | 0.50 USD / kg (14,380,027.4 kg) | 0.50 USD / kg (7,717,907 kg) | 0.49 USD / kg (7,201,208 kg) | 0.71 USD / kg (12,480 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| France | +32.0% | 135 | 0.54 USD / kg (3,364,600 kg) | 4.76 USD / kg (535,894 kg) | 6.29 USD / kg (21,152 kg) | 2.71 USD / kg (256,669 kg) | 0.58 USD / kg (4,588,380 kg) | 6.25 USD / kg (22,523 kg) | ||||||
| India | -4.8% | 9,694 | 0.50 USD / kg (184,428,012.211 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (187,530,613.428 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (229,323,483.8 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (331,882,854.385 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (306,856,182.937 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (188,852,641.542 kg) | ||||||
| Russia | -3.8% | 985 | 0.63 USD / kg (31,167,860.2 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (606,020.71 kg) | 0.61 USD / kg (21,086,432.6 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | ||||||
| United States | -44.2% | 811 | 0.52 USD / kg (6,146,821.451 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (8,679,331.585 kg) | 0.46 USD / kg (6,013,642.951 kg) | 0.45 USD / kg (4,893,973.008 kg) | 0.46 USD / kg (5,585,311.156 kg) | 0.46 USD / kg (5,800,080.997 kg) | ||||||
| Argentina | -12.3% | 741 | 0.54 USD / kg (46,328,119.319 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (54,408,929.505 kg) | 0.53 USD / kg (14,853,574.398 kg) | 0.45 USD / kg (7,028,780 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (477,900 kg) | 0.42 USD / kg (140,260 kg) | ||||||
| Mexico | -11.5% | 399 | 1.01 USD / kg (923,106.78 kg) | 0.84 USD / kg (2,109,506.72 kg) | 0.81 USD / kg (4,820,039.223 kg) | 0.73 USD / kg (4,137,945.564 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (5,272,220.594 kg) | 1.04 USD / kg (951,063.92 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | -14.3% | 391 | 0.60 USD / kg (13,628,539.08 kg) | 0.63 USD / kg (4,852,473.54 kg) | 0.63 USD / kg (2,868,805.36 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (2,454,897.26 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (6,753,533.55 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (3,776,995.68 kg) | ||||||
| Guatemala | -16.1% | 281 | 0.60 USD / kg (4,350,816 kg) | 0.56 USD / kg (4,368,534 kg) | 0.60 USD / kg (3,990,744 kg) | 0.65 USD / kg (4,297,784 kg) | - (-) | - (-) |
White Sugar Global Supply Chain Coverage
11,183 companies
4,302 exporters and 6,881 importers are mapped for White Sugar.
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White Sugar Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
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Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
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Japan
Food Manufacturing, Food Wholesalers, Others
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Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
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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
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(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 74
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Tanzania, Pakistan, Libya, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Djibouti, Bangladesh, Somalia, Sudan
Supplying Products: White Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar, Brown Sugar +5
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-08-31
Recently Export Partner Companies: 44
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Kenya, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Indonesia, Djibouti, Tanzania, Bangladesh, Iraq, Somalia
Supplying Products: White Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar, Brown Sugar +5
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-02-25
Recently Export Partner Companies: 32
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: Yemen, Tunisia, Uganda, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Syria, Libya, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Sudan
Supplying Products: White Sugar, Granulated White Sugar
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 5
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Others, Trade
Exporting Countries: United Arab Emirates, Canada, Uruguay, Russia, Italy, Cyprus, Chile, United States, Spain, Netherlands
Supplying Products: Fresh Orange, Fresh Lemon, Raw Cane Sugar +5
(United Arab Emirates)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-12-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 13
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / Wholesale, Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Trade
Exporting Countries: South Sudan, Tajikistan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Uganda, Turkiye, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Tanzania, Pakistan
Supplying Products: White Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar, Powdered Sugar +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-30
Recently Export Partner Companies: 6
Industries: Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Others
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing, Food Manufacturing, Others, Trade
Exporting Countries: Japan, United Kingdom, Canada, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, United States
Supplying Products: White Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar, Ethyl Alcohol +4
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White Sugar Global Exporter Coverage
4,302 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for White Sugar supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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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
6,881 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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(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-31
Recently Import Partner Companies: 8
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Animal Production, Beverage Manufacturing, Crop Production, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging, Others
Value Chain Roles: Colombia, South Africa, United States, Peru, Uruguay, Ecuador, Japan, Argentina, Australia, Brazil
(Philippines)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-26
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: United States
(Chile)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 10
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Brazil
(Pakistan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-20
Recently Import Partner Companies: 4
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Brokers And Trade Agencies, Food Manufacturing, Food Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Oman
(Singapore)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-01-19
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing, Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
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Global Importer Coverage
6,881 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
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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 2026-04, countries with visible White Sugar wholesale unit prices: Mexico (1.10 USD / kg), Indonesia (1.06 USD / kg), Brazil (0.58 USD / kg), India (0.48 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 0.59 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.56 USD / kg | 0.54 USD / kg | 0.55 USD / kg | 0.58 USD / kg | ||||||
| India | 0.48 USD / kg | 0.47 USD / kg | 0.52 USD / kg | 0.50 USD / kg | 0.48 USD / kg | 0.48 USD / kg | ||||||
| Indonesia | 1.05 USD / kg | 1.07 USD / kg | 1.07 USD / kg | 1.05 USD / kg | 1.06 USD / kg | 1.06 USD / kg | ||||||
| Mexico | 0.94 USD / kg | 1.08 USD / kg | 1.12 USD / kg | 1.14 USD / kg | 1.10 USD / kg | 1.10 USD / kg | ||||||
| Colombia | - | 0.78 USD / kg | 0.81 USD / kg | 0.82 USD / kg | 0.84 USD / kg | - |
White Sugar Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest White Sugar Wholesale Export Price Updates
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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
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Derived products: Rose Apple Jam, Canned Mixed Fruit, Flavored Water, Baking Mix, Chocolate Rice Cakes, Prickly Pear Jam, Picante Sauce, Satkara Juice, Sour Cherry Juice, White Bloomer, Whole Wheat Bread, Dairy Free Soya Dessert, Cranberry Jam, Breakfast Bars, Bread Mix, Bagel, Rhubarb Jam, Oatcake, Swiss Roll, Star Gooseberry Jam, Stollen, Fortified Wine, Elderberry Juice, Pomelo Jam, Pickled Cucumber, Sparkling Wine, Fruit Loaf, Croissant, Peanut Butter Spread, Yum Yum Sauce, Nougat Confection, Ssamjang, Walnut Pie, Pear Jam, Marshmallow, Wasabi Mayo, Quince Paste, Vanilla Wafers, Citrus Juice Beverage, Chocolate Truffles, Chocolate Eclair, Flavored Roasted Corn Snacks, Poppyseed Dressing, Lemon Juice Beverage, Plum Sauce, Yuzu Vinegar, Orange Fruit Cups, Ketchup, French Dressing, Flavored Ready-to-Drink Milkshake, Milk Chocolates, Fig Juice, Goji Berry Juice, Ginger Beer, Chocolate Pondant, Chocolate Biscuit Bites, Fried Shrimp Snack, Bran Breakfast Cereal, Corn Flakes Breakfast Cereal, Ready-to-drink Coffee, Tomato Sauce, Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing, Malt Drink, Whipped Dessert Powder, Finger bun, Sriracha, Flavored Milkshake Powder, Turkish Delight, Sponge Pudding, Satkara Jam, White Chocolate, Mignonette Sauce, Instant Malted Drink Powder, Lattice Pie, Chewy Candy, Cider, Fruit and Barley Squash, Chilled Yogurt Drink, Belgian Chocolate Collection, Chocolate Wafers, Chocolate Bar, Lizano Sauce, Filled Biscuits & Cookies, Flavored Gelatin Dessert, Tangor Jam, Flavored Carbonated Ade, Pretzels, Sandwich Thins, Standard Biscuits & Cookies, Whiskey Flavored Liqueur, Kids Cupcake Baking Mix, Fruit Wafers, Fruit-Infused Apple Cider, Breadsticks, Chocolate Yule Log, Sparkling Soft Drink, Strawberry Jam, Tangelo Jam, Ring Donut, Sandwich Biscuits & Cookies, Sports Drink, Crumpet, Coleslaw Dressing, Doubanjiang, Chocolate Mousse, Grapefruit Juice, Anchovy Sauce, Lollipop, Powdered Sugar, Rice Pudding, Quince Jam, Lemon Meringue Pie, Soft Drinks, Sour Cherry Jam, Tart Cherry Juice, Brioche, Ginger Ale, Danish Pastry, Hot Cross Buns, Aperitif, Bread and Butter Pudding, Hard Candy, Alcohol-Free Sparkling Wine, Instant Sponge Pudding, Jelly and Gummy Candy, Raspberry Jam, Snowberry Jam, Mumbo Sauce, Marinara Sauce, Semolina Pudding, Oyster Sauce, Pawpaw Jam, Almond Milk Drink, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Liquorice Confection, Toffee, Toffee Popcorn, Isotonic Sports Drink, Nectarine Jam, Plum Jam, Peach Jam, Gluten-Free Chocolate Spread, Dark Chocolates, Dairy Free Chocolate Pots, Groundcherry Jam, Brown Sugar, High Juice Squash, Concentrated Fruit Squash, Cereal Bars, Caffeinated Carbonated Energy Drink, Fruit Cordial, Long Life Fruit Juice Drink, Pancake, Scone, Instant Porridge Oat Pot, Cherry Jam, Churros, Sea Buckthorn Jam, Pitanga Jam, Flavored Rum, Instant Hot Chocolate Powder, Pili Fruit Jam, Pain au Chocolat, Naan, Currant Juice, Fruit Punch Drink, Castella, Gluten-Free Lager, Crème Caramel, Chocolate Baking Drops, Liqueur, Mint Candies, Orange Juice Beverage, Duck Sauce, Tamarillo Jam, Wheat Biscuit Cereal, Panettone, Ice Cream Mix, Black Bean Paste, Custard, Vegan Chocolate Bar, White Bread, Flavored Powdered Dessert Mix, Kombucha, Panna Cotta, Pulasan Jam, Flavored Iced Tea, Ice Cream Cake, Rolled Biscuits & Cookies, Tomatillo Jam, English Muffin, Custard Powder, Grape Juice, Chocolate Cake, Barley Water, Brownies, Cheesecake, Baton Bread, Chocolate Biscuit Bars, Chocolate Chips, Sprinkles, Toffee Pudding, Low-fat Fruit Yogurt, Rambai Jam, Worcestershire Sauce, Steak Sauce, Frozen Cookie Dough, Liqueurs and Cordials, Toffee Apple, Pickapeppa Sauce, Ice Cream Cone, Mirin, Traditional Apple Cider, Sugar Ring Donut, Fruit Flavored Candies, Cheese-Flavored Corn Puff, Artisan Crisps, Fudge, Dairy Free Sponge Dessert, Blackcurrant Drink, Pineapple Jam, Energy Drink, Teriyaki Sauce, Roasted Almond Kernel, Grape Juice Drink, Granola Cereals, Cashew Apple Jam
Raw materials: Raw Beet Sugar, Raw Cane Sugar
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