Raw beet sugar exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raw beet sugar by the United Arab Emirates reached $15.8 million in 2024 (14.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 107 countries. Value rose 5581% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 85% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15.8M | 14.7K t |
| 2023 | $279K | 212 t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 370 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2019 | $357K | 428 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $213K | 257 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports raw beet sugar to
One buyer market dominates: Israel accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $15.6M | 99% |
| Seychelles | $123K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $49K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 0% |
| Maldives | $2K | 0% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 30% above the world average of $0.83. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates raw beet sugar exports (HS 1701.12): 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 1701.12: Sugars: beet sugar, raw, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of raw beet sugar exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported raw beet sugar worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 107 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports.
Which countries buy raw beet sugar from the United Arab Emirates?
Israel was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($15.6 million), followed by the Seychelles (1%) and Saudi Arabia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 273% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw beet sugar per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $0.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of raw beet sugar from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $213 thousand in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for raw beet sugar?
The HS code for raw beet sugar is subheading 1701.12. 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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