Centrifugal cane sugar imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported centrifugal cane sugar worth $4.8 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 99% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $517.5 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 | $4.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $517.5M | 898.6K t |
| 2022 | $204.4M | 482.3K t |
| 2021 | $242.5M | 663.8K t |
| 2020 | $298.7M | 975.9K t |
| 2019 | $228.0M | 726.9K t |
| 2018 | $426.7M | 1.45M t |
| 2017 | $788K | 692 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports centrifugal cane sugar from
Most of the value came from Mauritius (47%), India (46%), Taiwan (3%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $2.3M | 47% |
| India | $2.2M | 46% |
| Taiwan | $153K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $136K | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $17K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.14 per kg, 75% above the world average of $0.65. 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.
Centrifugal cane sugar exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of centrifugal cane sugar by the United Arab Emirates reached $455 thousand in 2024 (680 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Seychelles accounted for 84% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | $384K | 84% |
| Angola | $57K | 13% |
| Azerbaijan | $9K | 1.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $2K | 0.5% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0.1% |
| Senegal | $0K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
| Mauritius | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates centrifugal cane sugar imports (HS 1701.13): 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 1701.13: Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of centrifugal cane sugar imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported centrifugal cane sugar worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 99% on 2023.
Which countries supply centrifugal cane sugar to the United Arab Emirates?
Mauritius was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by India (46%) and Taiwan (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of centrifugal cane sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.14 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $0.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of centrifugal cane sugar to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $788 thousand in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 511%. The peak was 2023 at $517.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $240.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export centrifugal cane sugar?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $455 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Angola and Azerbaijan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for centrifugal cane sugar?
The HS code for centrifugal cane sugar is subheading 1701.13. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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