Parent Product
Coconut Sugar
HS Code
170290
Last Updated
2026-05-26
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Brown Coconut Sugar market coverage spans 131 countries.
- 23 exporter companies and 33 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 118 supplier- and manufacturer-linked transactions are summarized across the top 3 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers & manufacturers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-26.
Global Supplier & Manufacturer Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Brown Coconut Sugar
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Brown Coconut Sugar Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
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Top YoY shifts for Brown Coconut Sugar: Sri Lanka (-33.6%), Indonesia (-10.9%), India (-8.0%).
Brown Coconut Sugar Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
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In 2025-11, countries with visible Brown Coconut Sugar transaction unit prices: India (5.54 USD / kg), Indonesia (1.34 USD / kg).
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | -8.0% | 78 | 5.46 USD / kg (787.1 kg) | 5.14 USD / kg (408.6 kg) | 5.19 USD / kg (9,092.4 kg) | 5.27 USD / kg (2,842.8 kg) | 1.83 USD / kg (28 kg) | 5.54 USD / kg (7,278.1 kg) | ||||||
| Indonesia | -10.9% | 34 | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) | 1.26 USD / kg (537,650 kg) | 1.45 USD / kg (291,250 kg) | 1.34 USD / kg (115,950 kg) | ||||||
| Sri Lanka | -33.6% | 6 | 3.68 USD / kg (34 kg) | - (-) | 2.48 USD / kg (4,000 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
Brown Coconut Sugar Global Supply Chain Coverage
56 companies
23 exporters and 33 importers are mapped for Brown Coconut Sugar.
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Brown Coconut Sugar Export Supplier & Manufacturer Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
23 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Brown Coconut Sugar. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Brown Coconut Sugar Top Exporters, Manufacturers, and Supplier Profiles
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(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingOthers
Exporting Countries: India, United States, South Korea
Supplying Products: Coconut Sugar, Brown Coconut Sugar, Organic Coconut Sugar
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Exporting Countries: United States
Supplying Products: Coconut Sugar, Brown Coconut Sugar
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
Exporting Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Bulgaria, Finland, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Lebanon, Switzerland
Supplying Products: Coconut Sugar, Organic Coconut Sugar, Brown Coconut Sugar
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / Packing
Exporting Countries: South Korea
Supplying Products: Coconut Sugar, Brown Sugar, Brown Coconut Sugar +2
(India)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
Exporting Countries: Maldives
Supplying Products: Chicken Eggs, Coconut Sugar, Brown Coconut Sugar +1
(Indonesia)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-04-26
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: United States, Netherlands
Supplying Products: Coconut Sugar, Organic Coconut Sugar, Brown Coconut Sugar
Brown Coconut Sugar Global Exporter Coverage
23 companies
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Top Exporting Countries for Brown Coconut Sugar (HS Code 170290) in 2024
For Brown Coconut Sugar in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thailand | 2,194,906,543.628 kg | 1,082,518,713.73 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 108,510,982.683 kg | 233,571,238.21 USD |
| 3 | United States | 114,380,214 kg | 180,344,796 USD |
| 4 | Belgium | 93,026,897.31 kg | 138,483,309.93 USD |
| 5 | Germany | 82,264,368.024 kg | 94,462,796.62 USD |
| 6 | Malaysia | 85,383,773.735 kg | 77,863,474.215 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 16,540,814 kg | 50,408,436.614 USD |
| 8 | India | 61,984,600.04 kg | 46,424,691.95 USD |
| 9 | Slovakia | 42,519,019.339 kg | 44,998,554.518 USD |
| 10 | South Korea | 38,619,396.078 kg | 44,026,300 USD |
Brown Coconut Sugar Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Brown Coconut Sugar Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
33 importer companies are mapped for Brown Coconut Sugar demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Brown Coconut Sugar Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Employee Size: 501 - 1000 Employees
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: South Korea
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-11-10
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: South Korea
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: -
(Indonesia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-04-26
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Ecuador
(Oman)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-10-04
Industries: Food ManufacturingOthers
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
33 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Brown Coconut Sugar.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Brown Coconut Sugar (HS Code 170290) in 2024
For Brown Coconut Sugar in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 105,225,734.88 kg | 174,670,380 USD |
| 2 | Netherlands | 98,027,413.655 kg | 123,500,032.614 USD |
| 3 | United Kingdom | 62,850,916.135 kg | 112,678,613.238 USD |
| 4 | Germany | 84,301,858.782 kg | 107,179,950.91 USD |
| 5 | Ireland | 67,012,044.663 kg | 90,943,720.138 USD |
| 6 | South Korea | 80,235,040.417 kg | 80,096,301 USD |
| 7 | Italy | 52,929,391 kg | 80,074,225.012 USD |
| 8 | Philippines | 93,934,980.48 kg | 71,240,919 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 51,724,657.157 kg | 67,680,421.995 USD |
| 10 | Thailand | 80,997,090.502 kg | 64,855,097.99 USD |
Brown Coconut Sugar Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormBrown granulated/crystalline sugar (also blocks/cubes and syrup forms)
Industry PositionFood sweetener ingredient
Market
Brown coconut sugar (coconut palm sugar) is a palm-derived sweetener produced by concentrating fresh coconut inflorescence sap into a solid sugar, typically marketed as a minimally refined alternative sweetener. Supply is concentrated in coconut-growing Asia, with the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand frequently cited as key production origins in market and sector references. International demand is tied to natural/alternative sweetener positioning and use as an ingredient across food and beverages, with reported pull from multiple high-income import markets. Trade-facing market risks include quality variability across small-scale production and authenticity/adulteration concerns that can affect buyer specifications and compliance.
Market GrowthGrowing (medium-term outlook)market research sources describe expanding demand as an alternative sweetener ingredient in food, beverages, and some personal-care formulations
Major Producing Countries
- PhilippinesCoconut sugar is described by ICC as an export-oriented niche product; market research sources cite the Philippines as a major producer origin.
- IndonesiaICC notes Indonesia as one of the world’s largest coconut producers; market research sources cite Indonesia as a major coconut sugar producer origin.
- ThailandMarket research sources cite Thailand as a major coconut sugar producer origin; ICC references Thai industrial standard coverage for coconut sugar.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
- FranceDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
- CanadaDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
- NorwayDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
- AustraliaDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
- New ZealandDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
- South AfricaDescribed as an international market with high demand in a market research overview; verify against customs statistics for ranked import position.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Brown color range from light yellow/cream to dark brown (specification varies by standard and processing intensity)
- Caramel-like aroma/taste profile is a characteristic sensory attribute reported in analytical literature
- Common commercial forms include granules/crystals, powder, cubes/blocks, and liquid syrup
Compositional Metrics
- Moisture specifications are often tighter for granular product than for cube/block forms (example: granular max 3% vs cube/block max 6% in an ICC standard summary)
- Sucrose is the dominant sugar fraction in coconut sap sugar (example range cited in ICC standard summary: 78–89%)
Packaging
- Packed in suitable food-grade containers/materials intended to safeguard product integrity and prevent contamination (ICC standard summary)
ProcessingSap is prone to rapid fermentation and should be processed promptly after collection to avoid fermentation-driven quality failure (including inability to form granules)Typical primary processing involves straining/filtration followed by boiling concentration; foam/scum removal and stirring are used to manage color and residuesSome production systems also use clarification/refining steps (e.g., lime treatment and filtration) in refined coconut sugar processes described by ICC
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Inflorescence sap tapping/collection -> straining/filtration -> boiling/concentration -> syrup thickening -> crystallization/granulation (or molding into blocks) -> cooling/drying -> packing -> ambient distribution
Demand Drivers
- Use as an alternative sweetener ingredient in food and beverages (e.g., as a substitute for cane sugar in consumer formulations)
- Ingredient demand linked to natural/minimally processed positioning in retail and food manufacturing
- Some demand pull from personal-care formulations (e.g., scrubs) cited in market research overviews
Temperature
- Ambient handling/storage is typical for finished coconut sugar; moisture control is critical to prevent caking and microbial growth risks in humid environments
- Process control emphasis is upstream: coconut sap collection-to-processing time controls are used to limit fermentation risk
Risks
Food Fraud HighAuthenticity/adulteration risk is a key trade disruptor for coconut sugar positioned as a premium natural sweetener: an analytical study of coconut blossom sugar samples reported a subset with significant C4 sugar addition and other non-declared components (e.g., starch/gluten), which can trigger buyer disputes, certification failures, and import compliance actions.Use supplier qualification and traceability, require batch COAs, and apply authenticity screening where relevant (e.g., stable-isotope approaches and targeted contaminant/adulterant checks) aligned to buyer and regulator expectations.
Process Control MediumCoconut sap ferments rapidly; guidance for coconut sap sugar production emphasizes prompt processing and controls (e.g., monitoring pH and avoiding fermentation) because fermented sap may not produce sugar granules and increases food safety risk.Implement harvest-to-boil time limits, sanitation and container hygiene, pH monitoring at receipt, and documented SOPs/HACCP-based controls for sap handling and boiling concentration.
Climate MediumExtreme weather events can abruptly reduce coconut palm output and disrupt supply chains for coconut-derived products; FAO documented large-scale coconut tree losses after Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines with multi-year recovery timelines for replanted trees.Diversify origin sourcing across multiple coconut regions, maintain safety stocks for key SKUs, and monitor seasonal climate risk and replanting/rehabilitation programs in major origin areas.
Pests and Diseases MediumCoconut palm pests can reduce sap availability by damaging palms; USDA APHIS notes coconut rhinoceros beetle attacks coconut palms by boring into crowns and feeding on sap, potentially reducing production and killing trees, with spread across parts of Asia and the Pacific.Monitor pest status in origin regions, apply farm-level IPM expectations in supplier programs, and track phytosanitary advisories and local eradication/containment measures.
Sustainability
- Climate resilience for coconut-growing regions (typhoons, droughts, and heat stress) can affect coconut palm productivity and the availability of sap-derived products
Labor & Social
- Smallholder/MSME livelihood dependence: coconut sugar is described as a source of farm income and job generation in coconut-producing regions
FAQ
What is brown coconut sugar made from?It is produced from fresh sap collected from the coconut palm’s cut flower buds/inflorescence, which is then concentrated into a solid sugar.
Which countries are commonly cited as major production origins for coconut sugar?Market references commonly cite the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand as key producing origins for coconut sugar, reflecting production concentration in coconut-growing Asia.
What are common quality specification focus areas for coconut sugar in trade?Moisture control and cleanliness are recurring specification themes; an ICC standard summary includes moisture limits that differ by form (granular vs cubes/blocks) and lists compositional ranges (e.g., sucrose-dominant profile), alongside hygiene and packaging expectations.
Sources
Brown Coconut Sugar Country Coverage for Suppliers, Manufacturers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Thailand, United States, France, Vietnam, China, Japan, Netherlands, Belgium, Panama, Germany, Malaysia, Austria, United Kingdom, Italy, Indonesia, India, Ireland, Ecuador, South Korea, Poland, Slovakia, Canada, Switzerland, Spain, Swaziland, Romania, Singapore, Chile, Nicaragua, South Africa, Mexico, Czechia, New Zealand, Sweden, Denmark, Turkiye, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Colombia, Hungary, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Brazil, Ukraine, Myanmar [Burma], Peru, Tunisia, Israel, Portugal, Egypt, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Norway, Sri Lanka, Lithuania, Nigeria, Bulgaria, Guatemala, Slovenia, Greece, Serbia, Finland, Andorra, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bolivia, Botswana, Belize, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Honduras, Croatia, Iran, Iceland, Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Laos, Liberia, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Latvia, Morocco, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Macedonia, Mongolia, Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Oman, Philippines, Pakistan, Paraguay, Qatar, Senegal, El Salvador, Togo, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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