Other raw cane sugar imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported other raw cane sugar worth $6.8 million (9.9 thousand tonnes). That is 77% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $42.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.8M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $29.9M | 46.5K t |
| 2022 | $38.4M | 71.3K t |
| 2021 | $42.1M | 58.9K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 54.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 34.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 10.3K t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 21.7K t |
Where Rwanda imports other raw cane sugar from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (46%), Mauritius (19%), Egypt (18%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.1M | 47% |
| Mauritius | $1.3M | 19% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 18% |
| Uganda | $654K | 9.7% |
| India | $391K | 5.8% |
| Kenya | $46K | 0.7% |
| Zambia | $22K | 0.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 30% above the world average of $0.53. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Rwanda other raw cane sugar imports (HS 1701.14): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 1701.14: Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of other raw cane sugar imported by Rwanda?
Rwanda imported other raw cane sugar worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 82nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply other raw cane sugar to Rwanda?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Mauritius (19%) and Egypt (18%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average import price of other raw cane sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $0.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of other raw cane sugar to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2021 at $42.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for other raw cane sugar?
The HS code for other raw cane sugar is subheading 1701.14. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
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