Raw beet sugar trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in raw beet sugar was worth $251.6 million in 2024, about 303.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017, and up 40% 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 | $251.6M | 303.3K t |
| 2023 | $179.4M | 192.1K t |
| 2022 | $296.2M | 468.2K t |
| 2021 | $318.9M | 645.3K t |
| 2020 | $208.5M | 431.4K t |
| 2019 | $215.0M | 391.8K t |
| 2018 | $217.5M | 397.5K t |
| 2017 | $222.0M | 388.0K t |
Top raw beet sugar exporting countries
Exports are led by Russia (50%), the United Arab Emirates (6%) and Germany (5%). 107 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 62%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $127.0M | 51% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15.8M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $12.2M | 4.9% |
| France | $11.4M | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $8.6M | 3.4% |
| Sweden | $8.3M | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $5.7M | 2.3% |
| Romania | $5.6M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $5.6M | 2.2% |
| Czech Republic | $5.5M | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $5.5M | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.0M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Uzbekistan is the biggest buyer with 39% of world imports, ahead of Israel and Kazakhstan. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 51% across 168 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $99.2M | 39% |
| Israel | $16.2M | 6.4% |
| Kazakhstan | $14.1M | 5.6% |
| Spain | $12.5M | 5% |
| Azerbaijan | $11.7M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $10.9M | 4.3% |
| Austria | $9.2M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $7.3M | 2.9% |
| Finland | $7.1M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $5.6M | 2.2% |
| Slovakia | $5.5M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Belgium averaged $1.57 per kg and Sweden $0.55 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 1701.12: Sugars: beet sugar, raw, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter. HS 1701 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most raw beet sugar?
Russia exported $127.0 million in 2024, 50% of the world total, followed by the United Arab Emirates (6%) and Germany (5%). In all, 107 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most raw beet sugar?
Uzbekistan imported $99.2 million in 2024, 39% of world imports, ahead of Israel (6%) and Kazakhstan (6%). The top three importers together take 51%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in raw beet sugar?
It was worth $251.6 million in 2024, about 303.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $318.9 million. 107 countries reported exports and 168 reported imports.
What is the average price of raw beet sugar per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Belgium averaged $1.57 per kg and Sweden $0.55 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 raw beet sugar?
The HS code for raw beet sugar is subheading 1701.12, 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 1701 page.
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