Sub Product
Dark Brown Sugar, Demerara Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Organic Brown Sugar, +2
Derived Products
Bubble Tea, Candied Nuts, Canned Oyster Mushroom, Canned Poplar Mushroom, +18
Raw Materials
Sugarcane Molasses, White Sugar
HS Code
170114
Last Updated
2026-05-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Japan Brown Sugar market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
- 12 export partner companies and 16 import partner companies are mapped for Brown Sugar in Japan.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-10.
Brown Sugar Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Japan
12 export partner companies are tracked for Brown Sugar in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Brown Sugar export intelligence in Japan, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 170114.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Brown Sugar in Japan
5 sampled Brown Sugar transactions in Japan include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Brown Sugar sampled transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-02-13: 4.55 USD / kg, 2026-02-13: 5.34 USD / kg, 2026-02-13: 11.60 USD / kg, 2025-12-29: 4.92 USD / kg, 2025-12-16: 5.42 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-13 | [당류**** **** ** *********** ***** ***** ****** | 4.55 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-02-13 | [당류**** *** ********** ****** | 5.34 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-02-13 | [당류**** *** **** ********** ******* ****** | 11.60 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2025-12-29 | [설탕* **** *********** ****** ****** | 4.92 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2025-12-16 | [당류**** *** ********** ****** | 5.42 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) |
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Brown Sugar in Japan (HS Code 170114)
Analyze 3 years of Brown Sugar export volume and value in Japan to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 61,932 | 161,707 USD |
| 2023 | 115,908 | 93,387 USD |
| 2022 | 46,604 | 140,443 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Brown Sugar Exports from Japan (HS Code 170114) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Brown Sugar exports from Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 15,904.695 | 39,671.972 USD |
| 2 | United States | 4,765.533 | 23,578.563 USD |
| 3 | Thailand | 6,000 | 13,642.402 USD |
| 4 | South Korea | 2,837.504 | 8,396.849 USD |
| 5 | Australia | 2,732.64 | 7,135.009 USD |
Brown Sugar Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
16 import partner companies are tracked for Brown Sugar in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 88.1% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Brown Sugar in Japan
5 sampled Brown Sugar import transactions in Japan provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Brown Sugar sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-02-26: 0.89 USD / kg, 2026-02-10: 2.15 USD / kg, 2026-02-02: 0.45 USD / kg, 2026-01-29: 2.73 USD / kg, 2026-01-16: 0.89 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-26 | BLO** ***** ********* | 0.89 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-10 | ORG**** **** ***** ***** | 2.15 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-02 | JAG**** **** ** ****** ** ******* | 0.45 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-01-29 | MUS****** ***** | 2.73 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-01-16 | BLO** ***** ********* | 0.89 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Brown Sugar in Japan (HS Code 170114)
Track 3 years of Brown Sugar import volume and value in Japan to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,204,995,000 | 719,734,566 USD |
| 2023 | 1,123,791,538 | 758,883,289 USD |
| 2022 | 1,047,246,000 | 578,232,445 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Brown Sugar to Japan (HS Code 170114) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Brown Sugar to Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 1,086,962,000 | 642,938,242.33 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 117,704,000 | 75,887,211.318 USD |
| 3 | France | 212,000 | 683,758.502 USD |
| 4 | United States | 57,000 | 108,121.815 USD |
| 5 | Philippines | 21,000 | 61,651.765 USD |
Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormSolid (crystalline / granulated or block)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient (Sweetener)
Market
Brown sugar in Japan spans both refined brown sugar (molasses-added) and Okinawa-associated non-centrifugal cane sugar products commonly marketed as kokutō (black/brown sugar). Japan’s sugar supply chain is anchored in domestic sweetener resource crops (sugar beets and sugar cane) and imports, and ALIC publishes official statistical materials covering sugar supply-demand balance, cane/beet production, and import customs-clearance statistics. Imports are shaped by Japan’s sugar policy framework, including measures concerning price adjustment of imported sugar under the Act on Price Adjustment of Sugar and Starch. For commercial imports of brown sugar as a food, importers generally need to complete the Food Sanitation Act import-notification process at an MHLW quarantine station before customs import permission is granted.
Market RoleNet importer with domestic production (beet- and sugarcane-based sugar) and a domestic niche for Okinawa-origin kokutō-style brown sugar
Domestic RoleFood ingredient and retail sweetener; Okinawa-origin kokutō is a notable domestic specialty product within the broader sugar market
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Color ranges from brown to very dark brown/black for kokutō-style products.
- Often sold as solid chunks/blocks or crushed/granulated forms, depending on product style and use.
Compositional Metrics
- Refined brown sugar is commonly described as refined sugar with molasses added back; kokutō-style products are commonly described as unrefined (non-centrifugal) cane sugar.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Overseas sugar mill/refinery or cane-juice concentration (for non-centrifugal types) → bulk ocean shipment → Japan port arrival → MHLW quarantine-station import notification/document examination under the Food Sanitation Act → customs import permission → importer/wholesaler distribution → retail and food-manufacturing end users
Shelf Life
- Quality risk is primarily moisture exposure (caking/clumping) rather than temperature; dry, sealed handling is important during ocean transport and domestic warehousing.
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Regulatory Compliance HighJapan’s sugar import regime is policy-intensive: statutory price-adjustment measures for imported sugar and the applicable customs tariff treatment can materially affect landed cost and, if handled incorrectly, can disrupt or block commercial import execution.Confirm HS classification and the applicable sugar-policy/price-adjustment handling early; use an experienced Japan-based customs broker/importer and align contracts to account for policy-driven cost components.
Food Safety HighCommercial imports of brown sugar intended for sale or business use require Food Sanitation Act import notification procedures via an MHLW quarantine station; missing or incorrect declarations can prevent customs import permission.Prepare the Food Sanitation Act import notification dossier (product, ingredients, manufacturing details, exporter/manufacturer information) before arrival and ensure the quarantine-station confirmation is obtained prior to customs import permission.
Logistics MediumBrown sugar shipments are sea-freight dependent and moisture sensitive; freight volatility and in-transit humidity exposure can raise costs and cause quality deterioration (caking) that triggers customer claims or rework.Use moisture-barrier packaging and container humidity controls (desiccants/liners) and build freight-cost clauses or hedging into procurement for bulk-volume programs.
Climate MediumJapan’s domestic sugarcane regions (including Okinawa) are exposed to tropical cyclone activity in the Northwest Pacific basin, creating periodic disruption risk for Okinawa-origin kokutō-style supply.For Okinawa-origin programs, dual-source across regions/origins and maintain safety stock ahead of the peak typhoon season.
FAQ
What is the key import-compliance step for bringing brown sugar into Japan for commercial sale?Importers generally must submit an import notification/declaration under Japan’s Food Sanitation Act to an MHLW quarantine station, and customs clearance for commercial foods requires customs confirmation of the completed declaration (Japan Customs explains this sequence).
Which domestic regions underpin Japan’s sugar supply chain relevant to brown sugar products?ALIC publishes Japan sugar materials that explicitly track beet production in Hokkaido and sugarcane production in Kagoshima and Okinawa, which are core domestic regions in Japan’s sugar supply chain.
Why can the landed cost of importing brown sugar into Japan be hard to predict from global sugar prices alone?Beyond the customs tariff treatment (which depends on HS classification), Japan has a statutory sugar policy framework that includes measures concerning price adjustment of imported sugar under the Act on Price Adjustment of Sugar and Starch, which can affect effective import economics.
Sources
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Related Brown Sugar Product Categories
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Derived products: Bubble Tea, Candied Nuts, Canned Oyster Mushroom, Canned Poplar Mushroom, Canned Porcini Mushroom, Canned Pork, Canned Portobello Mushroom, Canned Shiitake Mushroom, Canned Shimeji Mushroom, Canned Straw Mushroom, Canned Truffle, Canned White Mushroom, Canned Woodear Mushroom, Christmas Pudding, Granola, Granola Bars, Protein Flapjack, Rich Fruit Cake, Sujeonggwa, Toffee Pudding, Flapjack, Flavored Powdered Dessert Mix
Raw materials: Sugarcane Molasses, White Sugar
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