Centrifugal cane sugar imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $15.6 million of centrifugal cane sugar in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 175 countries for imports of this product. That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $36.5 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 | $15.6M | 13.1K t |
| 2023 | $20.5M | 14.5K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $24.3M | 63.1K t |
| 2020 | $36.5M | 110.7K t |
| 2019 | $22.2M | 63.6K t |
| 2018 | $18.0M | 32.6K t |
| 2017 | $33.3M | 105.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports centrifugal cane sugar from
Mauritius alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $11.7M | 75% |
| Honduras | $2.4M | 16% |
| India | $374K | 2.4% |
| Ireland | $356K | 2.3% |
| Colombia | $190K | 1.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $149K | 1% |
| South Africa | $77K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $72K | 0.5% |
| Jamaica | $35K | 0.2% |
| Ecuador | $31K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, 83% 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 Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $831 thousand of centrifugal cane sugar in 2024 (308 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Poland (19%), United Arab Emirates (16%), Oman (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+687% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $161K | 19% |
| United Arab Emirates | $136K | 16% |
| Oman | $129K | 16% |
| France | $84K | 10% |
| Barbados | $61K | 7.3% |
| Spain | $58K | 7% |
| Qatar | $52K | 6.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $41K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $26K | 3.1% |
| Kuwait | $22K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported centrifugal cane sugar worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply centrifugal cane sugar to the United Kingdom?
Mauritius was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Honduras (16%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Jamaica grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of centrifugal cane sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $0.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of centrifugal cane sugar to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.3 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2020 at $36.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export centrifugal cane sugar?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $831 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, the United Arab Emirates and Oman. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $14.8 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?
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