Raw cane sugar imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of raw cane sugar by the United States reached $1.62 billion in 2024 (2.42 million tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 209 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $1.62B | 2.42M t |
| 2023 | $1.65B | 2.29M t |
| 2022 | $1.53B | 2.34M t |
| 2021 | $1.21B | 2.01M t |
| 2020 | $1.25B | 2.35M t |
| 2019 | $1.12B | 2.22M t |
| 2018 | $1.10B | 2.07M t |
| 2017 | $1.20B | 2.10M t |
Where the United States imports raw cane sugar from
The largest suppliers were Brazil (28%), Mexico (17%), Dominican Republic (9%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $455.7M | 28% |
| Mexico | $273.9M | 17% |
| Dominican Republic | $139.2M | 8.6% |
| Guatemala | $111.5M | 6.9% |
| Australia | $82.6M | 5.1% |
| El Salvador | $70.0M | 4.3% |
| Costa Rica | $63.3M | 3.9% |
| Peru | $53.8M | 3.3% |
| Panama | $41.2M | 2.5% |
| Argentina | $38.3M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, 26% 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.
Raw cane sugar exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported raw cane sugar worth $22.5 million (24.9 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+131% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $17.3M | 77% |
| Brazil | $2.5M | 11% |
| Canada | $734K | 3.3% |
| Peru | $460K | 2% |
| Japan | $272K | 1.2% |
| Cuba | $231K | 1% |
| India | $208K | 0.9% |
| Bermuda | $151K | 0.7% |
| Barbados | $111K | 0.5% |
| Cayman Isds | $105K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 raw cane sugar imported by the United States?
The United States imported raw cane sugar worth $1.62 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.42 million tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply raw cane sugar to the United States?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($455.7 million), followed by Mexico (17%) and the Dominican Republic (9%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Peru grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of raw cane sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.53 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 imports of raw cane sugar to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.20 billion in 2017 to $1.62 billion in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2023 at $1.65 billion. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export raw cane sugar?
Yes. The United States exported $22.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Brazil and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.60 billion a year.
What is the HS code for raw cane sugar?
The HS code for 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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