Fructose syrup trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fructose syrup was worth $1.32 billion in 2024, about 2.23 million tonnes. That is an increase of 30% since 2017, and up 7% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.32B | 2.23M t |
| 2023 | $1.23B | 1.77M t |
| 2022 | $891.7M | 1.49M t |
| 2021 | $806.9M | 1.51M t |
| 2020 | $805.5M | 1.68M t |
| 2019 | $842.4M | 1.82M t |
| 2018 | $920.6M | 1.97M t |
| 2017 | $1.01B | 2.38M t |
Top fructose syrup exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 47% of world exports, followed by Mexico and China. The top three supply 72% between them, out of 104 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $613.1M | 47% |
| Mexico | $173.4M | 13% |
| China | $158.1M | 12% |
| Hungary | $76.2M | 5.8% |
| Bulgaria | $47.7M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $40.5M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $36.4M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $33.1M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $20.4M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $17.1M | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $14.9M | 1.1% |
| Argentina | $12.5M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Mexico (42%), the United States (10%) and Vietnam (8%). 185 countries imported it, and the top three take 60% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $547.7M | 42% |
| United States | $137.6M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $103.6M | 7.9% |
| Canada | $68.4M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $47.1M | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $39.7M | 3% |
| France | $34.5M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $28.3M | 2.2% |
| Romania | $26.5M | 2% |
| Serbia | $20.4M | 1.6% |
| Indonesia | $19.9M | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $14.1M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $2.52 per kg and China $0.46 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1702.60: Sugars: fructose, other than chemically pure fructose, and fructose syrup (containing in the dry state more than 50% by weight of fructose), excluding invert sugar. HS 1702 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fructose syrup?
The United States exported $613.1 million in 2024, 47% of the world total, followed by Mexico (13%) and China (12%). In all, 104 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fructose syrup?
Mexico imported $547.7 million in 2024, 42% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and Vietnam (8%). The top three importers together take 60%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fructose syrup?
It was worth $1.32 billion in 2024, about 2.23 million tonnes. That is an increase of 30% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 104 countries reported exports and 185 reported imports.
What is the average price of fructose syrup per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $2.52 per kg and China $0.46 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for fructose syrup?
The HS code for fructose syrup is subheading 1702.60, in chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1702 page.
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