Raw beet sugar exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of raw beet sugar by the United States reached $2.9 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $2.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $646K | 457 t |
| 2018 | $860K | 977 t |
| 2017 | $680K | 1.1K t |
Where the United States exports raw beet sugar to
Most of it went to Mexico (37%), Indonesia (16%), Cayman Isds (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+449% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 36% 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.
Raw beet sugar imports to the United States
Imports of raw beet sugar by the United States reached $895 thousand in 2024 (848 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Colombia (23%), Taiwan (18%), South Korea (15%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Colombia | $210K | 24% |
| Taiwan | $160K | 18% |
| South Korea | $133K | 15% |
| Australia | $86K | 9.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $62K | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $59K | 6.6% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $44K | 4.9% |
| Canada | $38K | 4.2% |
| Belarus | $23K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $21K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 States?
The United States exported raw beet sugar worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 107 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy raw beet sugar from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Indonesia (16%) and Cayman Isds (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. Oman grew fastest among the top ten, up 933% on the year.
What is the average export price of raw beet sugar per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $0.83 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of raw beet sugar from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $680 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024, an increase of 331%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import raw beet sugar?
Yes. The United States imported $895 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Colombia, Taiwan and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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