Parent Product
Raw Cane Sugar
HS Code
170114
Last Updated
2026-05-01
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Raw Brown Cane Sugar market coverage spans 147 countries.
- 846 exporter companies and 948 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 2,663 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 0 premium suppliers and 0 catalog items are currently listed.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-05-01.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Raw Brown Cane Sugar
Analyze 2,663 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Raw Brown Cane Sugar.
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Raw Brown Cane Sugar to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Raw Brown Cane Sugar: Brazil (-21.5%), Switzerland (-20.8%), Singapore (-20.5%).
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-06, benchmark Raw Brown Cane Sugar country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Raw Brown Cane Sugar transaction unit prices: United States (1.88 USD / kg), Peru (1.57 USD / kg), Costa Rica (1.43 USD / kg), Ecuador (1.19 USD / kg), Malawi (0.85 USD / kg), 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | +15.2% | 836 | 0.53 USD / kg (1,973,946.66 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (5,006,474.224 kg) | 0.55 USD / kg (7,583,194.719 kg) | 0.54 USD / kg (11,775,896.4 kg) | 0.67 USD / kg (2,956,085.232 kg) | 0.83 USD / kg (657,765.988 kg) | ||||||
| United States | +4.5% | 67 | 1.86 USD / kg (764,594.74 kg) | 2.90 USD / kg (35,097.16 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (13,056 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (26,112 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (263,124.04 kg) | 1.88 USD / kg (13,056 kg) | ||||||
| Thailand | -19.8% | 40 | 0.51 USD / kg (42,200,000 kg) | 0.49 USD / kg (42,023,000 kg) | 0.52 USD / kg (42,370,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.37 USD / kg (10,000,000 kg) | - (-) | ||||||
| Brazil | -21.5% | 271 | 0.44 USD / kg (65,181,800 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (101,254,776 kg) | 0.49 USD / kg (25,853,226 kg) | 0.45 USD / kg (58,406,056 kg) | 0.57 USD / kg (26,233,116 kg) | 0.82 USD / kg (251,550 kg) | ||||||
| Costa Rica | +7.3% | 218 | 1.03 USD / kg (187,890 kg) | - (-) | - (-) | 0.87 USD / kg (57,925,634 kg) | 0.95 USD / kg (29,144,074 kg) | 1.43 USD / kg (269,959 kg) | ||||||
| Switzerland | -20.8% | 128 | 0.47 USD / kg (250,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.40 USD / kg (116,754,600 kg) | - (-) | 0.40 USD / kg (31,383,917 kg) | 0.40 USD / kg (10,419,592 kg) | ||||||
| Bolivia | -14.9% | 33 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.71 USD / kg (12,000 kg) | 0.51 USD / kg (87,000 kg) | - (-) | 0.84 USD / kg (2,000 kg) | ||||||
| Australia | -15.1% | 23 | - (-) | - (-) | 0.50 USD / kg (28,000,000 kg) | 0.45 USD / kg (42,000,000 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (42,000,000 kg) | 0.43 USD / kg (42,000,000 kg) | ||||||
| Peru | -6.1% | 230 | 1.29 USD / kg (160,197.88 kg) | 1.37 USD / kg (190,731.849 kg) | 1.19 USD / kg (379,071.019 kg) | 1.09 USD / kg (478,124.31 kg) | 1.16 USD / kg (18,750,636.08 kg) | 1.57 USD / kg (317,168.36 kg) | ||||||
| Paraguay | -1.4% | 224 | 0.78 USD / kg (1,680,750 kg) | 0.76 USD / kg (2,294,358 kg) | 0.79 USD / kg (528,000 kg) | 0.71 USD / kg (5,628,300 kg) | 0.75 USD / kg (3,245,800 kg) | 0.82 USD / kg (1,661,000 kg) |
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Global Supply Chain Coverage
1,794 companies
846 exporters and 948 importers are mapped for Raw Brown Cane Sugar.
Exporters and importers can use Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to identify counterparties for Raw Brown Cane Sugar, benchmark reach, and prioritize outreach by market.
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
846 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Raw Brown Cane Sugar. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Mexico)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-06-26
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food Manufacturing
(Mauritius)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: OthersCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingOthersDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
(Thailand)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingTrade
(Brazil)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood PackagingCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Global Exporter Coverage
846 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Raw Brown Cane Sugar supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Raw Brown Cane Sugar (HS Code 170114) in 2024
For Raw Brown Cane 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 | 33,474,622,062.59 kg | 15,933,024,600 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 1,753,324,781.681 kg | 903,746,776.62 USD |
| 3 | India | 774,462,718.475 kg | 456,151,728.551 USD |
| 4 | Guatemala | 498,453,899 kg | 264,463,085 USD |
| 5 | South Africa | 444,574,288.965 kg | 247,984,560.074 USD |
| 6 | Mexico | 268,892,932 kg | 222,040,937 USD |
| 7 | El Salvador | 321,443,326.89 kg | 178,229,020.69 USD |
| 8 | Portugal | 167,023,008 kg | 113,434,364.089 USD |
| 9 | Belize | 312,776,211.6 kg | 91,088,492.16 USD |
| 10 | Fiji | 109,705,494.9 kg | 53,888,612.259 USD |
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Raw Brown Cane Sugar Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
948 importer companies are mapped for Raw Brown Cane Sugar demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Uganda)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Switzerland)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Indonesia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Malaysia)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-30
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(Brazil)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-03
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Crop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
(Greece)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-10
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood PackagingOthersBeverage Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: -
Global Importer Coverage
948 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Raw Brown Cane Sugar.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Raw Brown Cane Sugar (HS Code 170114) in 2024
For Raw Brown Cane 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 | 2,661,284,876 kg | 1,928,288,378 USD |
| 2 | India | 3,152,864,956 kg | 1,652,986,660.774 USD |
| 3 | Malaysia | 2,163,114,460 kg | 1,201,420,674.599 USD |
| 4 | Egypt | 915,913,387.953 kg | 889,460,868.829 USD |
| 5 | South Korea | 1,544,130,301.878 kg | 878,941,526 USD |
| 6 | Canada | 1,610,932,146.544 kg | 848,327,596.676 USD |
| 7 | Japan | 1,204,995,000 kg | 719,734,566.13 USD |
| 8 | United Kingdom | 495,162,448 kg | 285,616,438.313 USD |
| 9 | Spain | 232,034,862.212 kg | 159,175,660.543 USD |
| 10 | Azerbaijan | 255,637,050.476 kg | 148,963,114.21 USD |
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Raw Brown Cane Sugar
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Raw Brown Cane Sugar wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2025-11, countries with visible Raw Brown Cane Sugar wholesale unit prices: Colombia (1.14 USD / kg), Nepal (0.52 USD / kg).
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Raw Brown Cane Sugar Wholesale Export Price Updates
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Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormDry (crystalline)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient
Market
Raw brown cane sugar is a globally traded sweetener ingredient produced from sugarcane juice processing, typically retaining more molasses-derived color and flavor than fully refined white sugar. Global supply is anchored in major sugarcane producers, with export availability and pricing highly sensitive to weather-driven yield swings and policy decisions in key producing countries. Trade flows often include bulk raw sugar for refining as well as consumer-facing brown sugars, with specifications commonly managed via polarization and color metrics. Demand spans industrial food and beverage manufacturing and retail sweeteners, while health-related sugar reduction policies can dampen growth in some markets.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)Mature staple sweetener demand with growth concentrated in some emerging markets, offset by sugar-reduction policies in others.
Major Producing Countries
- BrazilLargest sugarcane and sugar producer; major source of exportable raw sugar supply.
- IndiaMajor sugarcane producer; export availability can vary with domestic policy and stocks.
- ThailandKey export-oriented cane sugar producer in Southeast Asia.
- ChinaLarge producer with significant domestic consumption; also a major sugar importer depending on market conditions.
- PakistanSignificant sugarcane producer with variable trade balance by season and policy.
Major Exporting Countries
Major Importing Countries
- IndonesiaLarge sugar importer, including raw sugar for domestic refining and food manufacturing demand.
- ChinaMajor importer in many years, including raw sugar depending on domestic balance and policy.
- United StatesImports sugar under tariff-rate quota arrangements; includes raw sugar for refining.
- BangladeshLarge importer with demand from food manufacturing and retail markets.
- AlgeriaSignificant sugar importer, including raw sugar for refining and re-export of refined products in some supply chains.
Supply Calendar
- Brazil (Center-South):Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, NovMain cane crush/harvest window that heavily influences global export availability and prices.
- Thailand:Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprSeasonal harvest/crush period; important for Asian regional supply.
- India:Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, MaySeasonal production concentrated in cooler months; exportability can be constrained by domestic policy.
- Australia:Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, NovSouthern Hemisphere supply window aligned with Queensland cane harvest/crush season.
- Central America (e.g., Guatemala):Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, AprDry-season harvest window supporting export programs.
Specification
Physical Attributes
- Free-flowing crystalline granules with light-to-dark brown color driven by residual molasses content
- Molasses-derived aroma and flavor intensity varying by grade and processing
Compositional Metrics
- Polarization (sucrose content proxy) commonly used for raw sugar trade specifications
- Color often specified using ICUMSA methods for commercial grading
- Moisture and reducing sugars monitored to manage caking risk and storage stability
Grades
- Raw sugar grades used in international trade for refining (often specified by polarization and color)
- Retail/industrial brown sugar grades differentiated by color and molasses content
Packaging
- Bulk shipments (e.g., in bulk vessels or large bags) for refining supply chains
- Industrial bags (multiwall paper or woven PP) and retail packs for consumer channels, with moisture-barrier considerations
ProcessingHygroscopicity increases with higher molasses content, raising caking risk under humid storage conditionsNon-fermentable impurities and insolubles are monitored for refinery performance and finished product clarity in downstream uses
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Sugarcane cultivation → harvest → transport to mill → crushing/juice extraction → clarification → evaporation → crystallization → centrifugation → drying/cooling → storage → bulk export/shipping → refining (optional) → industrial food manufacturing/retail distribution
Demand Drivers
- Baseline demand as a caloric sweetener and bulking agent in bakery, confectionery, and beverages
- Preference for molasses flavor notes and darker color in certain applications (e.g., baking, sauces) and in retail brown sugar segments
- Industrial demand tied to processed food output and relative pricing versus alternative sweeteners
Temperature
- Typically handled under ambient conditions but requires dry, well-ventilated storage to prevent moisture pickup and caking
- Pest control and odor contamination prevention are important in warehousing and containerized transport
Shelf Life
- Long shelf life when kept dry and protected from moisture; quality issues are more often physical (caking) than safety-related
- Higher molasses content can increase stickiness and clumping risk, tightening storage and packaging requirements
Risks
Climate HighWeather shocks in major cane sugar origins can rapidly tighten global exportable supply and drive price volatility, particularly when adverse conditions coincide across more than one key producing region in a single marketing year.Diversify origin exposure, use structured contracts and price risk management tools where appropriate, and maintain contingency inventory for critical formulations.
Policy And Trade HighGovernment interventions (export restrictions, quotas, tariff-rate quotas, domestic price controls, blending policies linked to ethanol) can materially change trade availability and delivered costs for raw cane sugar within short timeframes.Monitor policy signals in major producing and importing countries and maintain alternative origin/refinery pathways in procurement plans.
Quality Degradation MediumRaw brown cane sugar is sensitive to moisture uptake during storage and transit, increasing caking and flowability issues that can disrupt industrial handling and dosing accuracy.Specify moisture and packaging requirements, use moisture-barrier liners, and enforce dry container and warehouse practices.
Labor And Human Rights MediumSugarcane production can face heightened labor and human-rights scrutiny, including forced labor and child labor risk signals identified by international and governmental bodies for certain origins.Implement risk-based sourcing, third-party audits, grievance mechanisms, and traceability to mill level for higher-risk origins.
Logistics MediumBulk commodity shipping disruptions (port congestion, freight rate spikes, container availability, and weather-related port outages) can delay deliveries and create short-term regional tightness.Build buffer time into supply plans, diversify logistics corridors, and align shipment schedules to origin harvest and port seasonality.
Sustainability
- Climate and water risk for sugarcane yields (rainfall variability, drought, heat stress) in major producing regions
- Air quality and greenhouse gas concerns where pre-harvest burning is practiced, alongside pressure to adopt green harvesting
- Land-use change and biodiversity impacts from agricultural expansion in some producing landscapes
- Effluent and water pollution risks from milling operations if wastewater management is weak
Labor & Social
- Documented risks of forced labor and child labor in parts of agricultural supply chains, including sugarcane in some countries, requiring strong due diligence and traceability
- Occupational health and safety risks for cane cutters and mill workers (heat stress, injuries), with heightened scrutiny during peak harvest periods
FAQ
What is raw brown cane sugar, and how is it different from refined white sugar?Raw brown cane sugar is produced from sugarcane processing and typically retains more molasses-derived color and flavor than fully refined white sugar. In global trade it may be sold as an industrial ingredient for food manufacturing or as bulk raw sugar intended for further refining, with quality commonly managed through metrics like polarization and color (see ICUMSA methods and Codex references listed in sources).
Which countries most influence global raw cane sugar availability and pricing?Brazil and Thailand are widely recognized as key export-oriented cane sugar origins, and supply or policy changes there can ripple through global markets. Weather-driven yield swings and policy decisions in major producing countries are highlighted as critical risks for global supply and price volatility (see FAOSTAT, ITC Trade Map, ISO, and USDA PSD sources).
What quality parameters are commonly specified for internationally traded raw cane sugar?Common specification dimensions include sucrose content proxies (often expressed via polarization), color (commonly referenced through ICUMSA approaches), moisture, reducing sugars, ash, and insoluble matter. These parameters help manage refinery performance (if further refined) and storage/handling risks such as caking (see ICUMSA and Codex sources).
Sources
Raw Brown Cane Sugar Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Brazil, Indonesia, China, Thailand, France, United States, India, Mexico, Malaysia, Canada, South Africa, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Spain, Poland, Italy, El Salvador, Germany, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Laos, Peru, Belgium, Paraguay, Egypt, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, Kenya, Mauritius, Uruguay, Australia, Morocco, South Korea, Swaziland, Nigeria, Zambia, Colombia, Japan, Nicaragua, Uzbekistan, Portugal, Bangladesh, Belize, Fiji, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Malawi, Vietnam, Azerbaijan, Switzerland, Honduras, Romania, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Madagascar, Mozambique, Puerto Rico, Cambodia, Kazakhstan, Ecuador, Russia, Austria, Bulgaria, Czechia, Sri Lanka, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Singapore, Tanzania, Jamaica, Philippines, Tunisia, Sweden, Uganda, Botswana, Finland, Croatia, Zimbabwe, Armenia, Andorra, Albania, Aruba, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Cuba, Cyprus, Djibouti, Denmark, Estonia, Ghana, Guinea, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Iran, Iceland, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Kuwait, Liberia, Lesotho, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Moldova, Montenegro, Macedonia, Myanmar [Burma], Mongolia, Macao, Martinique, Malta, Maldives, Namibia, Niger, Norway, Nepal, Oman, Panama, Pakistan, Qatar, Serbia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Slovenia, Slovakia, Somalia, South Sudan, Sint Maarten, Togo, Turkiye, Taiwan, Ukraine, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, U.S. Virgin Islands
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