Sugar decreased 0.21 Cents/LB or 1.07% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Sugar - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

Sugar Price Index in World increased to 118.50 Index Points in February from 111.20 Index Points in January of 2025. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for World Sugar Price Index.

The FAO Sugar Price Index was measured at 111.2 points for January 2025. 2023 saw the highest prices since 2011. The combined impact of the coronavirus pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and high inflation rates likely contributed to increasing prices in past years. Global sugar price In 2024, the global sugar price is forecast to decrease by more than ten percent, as compared to 2023. In general, the total sugar consumption worldwide has gradually increased during the last 12 years. In 2010/11, the global consumption of sugar amounted to about 156 million metric tons. By 2023/24, it had increased to about 177 million metric tons. However, the market value of the global sugar industry has fluctuated over the years. In 2012, the global sugar manufacturing industry was valued at over 113 billion U.S. dollars, compared to just under 78 billion U.S. dollars in 2022. Global sugar exports Total global sugar exports amount to more than 68 million metric tons per year. The leading sugar-exporting country worldwide is Brazil. The South American country is the world’s largest sugar producer and accounts for about half of the entire global sugar exports. Thailand and India are the countries with the second and third most sugar exports worldwide. Those two countries export about 10 and 4.6 million metric tons of sugar per year, respectively. The main importer of sugar worldwide is Indonesia. The Southeast Asian country imports approximately five million metric tons of sugar. The United States ranks in third place, with sugar imports of about 3.1 million metric tons of sugar annually.

This statistic depicts the average monthly prices for sugar in the United States, Europe and worldwide from January 2014 through January 2025. In January 2025, the average monthly price for sugar in Europe stood at 0.34 nominal U.S. dollars per kilogram.

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Raw Sugar Market Size 2025-2029

The raw sugar market size is forecast to increase by USD 152.7 million at a CAGR of 2.3% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is experiencing significant growth, driven primarily by the increasing demand for raw sugar in various food and beverage applications. This trend is particularly prominent in the global food industry, where raw sugar is widely used as a sweetener in baked goods, confectionery, and beverages. Additionally, the emergence of e-commerce platforms has facilitated the easy availability and accessibility of raw sugar to consumers, further fueling market growth. However, the high production cost of raw sugar poses a significant challenge to market participants. Producers must navigate this cost structure to remain competitive and maintain profitability. Companies seeking to capitalize on market opportunities and navigate challenges effectively should focus on optimizing production costs, exploring alternative sources of raw materials, and expanding their presence in emerging markets. By staying informed of these market dynamics, businesses can make strategic decisions and operational plans that position them for success in the evolving the market.

What will be the Size of the Raw Sugar Market during the forecast period?

Request Free SampleThe market encompasses the global trade of raw, unrefined sugar derived primarily from the sap of sugarcane. This market exhibits significant volatility due to various factors, including supply and demand dynamics, weather conditions affecting crop production, and geopolitical influences. The market size is substantial, with key applications including food and beverage manufacturing, biofuel blending, and various industrial processes. Raw sugar's versatility extends to various industries, making it an essential ingredient in various sectors. In food and beverage production, it serves as a sweetener, texture modifier, flavoring agent, coloring agent, and bulking agent. In the industrial sector, it is used as a fermentation substrate and natural preservative. The Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) plays a crucial role in the market, providing a platform for trading raw sugar futures and CFD financial instruments. The market is subject to tariff barriers and other trade regulations, which can impact prices and availability. The trend towards clean label and natural products has led to increased demand for raw sugar in certain applications. Biofuel blending also presents a significant growth opportunity for raw sugar, as it is used as a feedstock in the production of bioethanol.

How is this Raw Sugar Industry segmented?

The raw sugar industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments. ProductLiquid sugarCrystallized sugarTypeConventionalOrganicGeographyAPACChinaIndiaJapanSouth AmericaBrazilEuropeFranceGermanyItalyUKNorth AmericaUSCanadaMiddle East and Africa

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The liquid sugar segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.Raw sugar is a fundamental agricultural commodity used extensively in various industries, including food and beverage manufacturing and biofuel production. According to recent market research, The market size was estimated at around 142.5 million metric tons in 2020, with an average price of USD0.13 per lb. Cane crop is the primary source of raw sugar, accounting for over 70% of the global production. The production mix also includes sugar beet and cane juice. Biofuel ethanol is another significant application of raw sugar, with an estimated 10% of the global sugar output used for this purpose. Median estimates suggest that this trend will continue, leading to a small increase in demand for raw sugar. Poll participants anticipate that the Green Pool, a raw sugar futures contract on The Intercontinental Exchange, will influence sugar prices. The fuel ethanol industry's growth is influenced by crude oil benchmarks and sugar ethanol prices. Cane producers benefit from biofuel blending mandates, while glass manufacturing industries, such as float, sheet, rolled, solar, tempered, laminated, insulated, coated, energy-efficient, and architectural glass, use raw sugar as a natural preservative, texture modifier, fermentation substrate, flavoring agent, and coloring agent. However, tariff barriers, EU sugar policy, climate change, and water scarcity pose challenges to the market's growth. The , , and various research firms like , , and

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The Liquid sugar segment was valued at USD 765.70 million in 2019 and showed a gradual increase during the forecast period.

Regional Analysis

APAC is estimated to contribute 45% to the growth of

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Commodity: Processed Foods and Feeds: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugarcane Mill Products and Byproducts (WPU02520106) from Dec 2003 to Feb 2025 about sugar, mills, processed, food, commodities, PPI, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

This statistic depicts the average annual prices for sugar from 2014 through 2026*. In 2023, the average price for sugar stood at 0.46 nominal U.S. dollars per kilogram.

United States - Producer Price Index by Industry: Cane Sugar Manufacturing was 122.49400 Index Dec 2011=100 in February of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Producer Price Index by Industry: Cane Sugar Manufacturing reached a record high of 130.15500 in May of 2024 and a record low of 76.00000 in March of 2014. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Producer Price Index by Industry: Cane Sugar Manufacturing - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on March of 2025.

In the fourth quarter of 2023, the price of sugar beets in the United States reached 918 USD/MT by December. Similarly, in France, sugar beet prices hit 2514 USD/MT in the same month. Germany also saw sugar beet prices reaching 1605 USD/MT during Q4 2023. This report delves into the spot price of sugar beets at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents a detailed sugar beets price trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa.

United States - Producer Price Index by Industry: Cane Sugar Manufacturing: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugarcane Mill Products and Byproducts was 209.42400 Index Jun 1982=100 in February of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Producer Price Index by Industry: Cane Sugar Manufacturing: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugarcane Mill Products and Byproducts reached a record high of 277.70000 in November of 1974 and a record low of 34.20000 in January of 1967. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Producer Price Index by Industry: Cane Sugar Manufacturing: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugarcane Mill Products and Byproducts - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on March of 2025.

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United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Processed Foods and Feeds: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugar Cane Mill Products and Byproducts was 215.80400 Index 1982=100 in February of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Processed Foods and Feeds: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugar Cane Mill Products and Byproducts reached a record high of 246.91200 in October of 2023 and a record low of 48.10000 in December of 1977. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Producer Price Index by Commodity: Processed Foods and Feeds: Raw Cane Sugar and Sugar Cane Mill Products and Byproducts - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on March of 2025.

The monthly average price for packed sugar in Egypt stood at 23.42 Egyptian pounds (0.76 U.S. dollars) per kilogram in May 2023. From January 2019 onwards, the mean price was stable. At that month and February 2019, the price per kilogram was 14.11 Egyptian pounds (0.90 U.S. dollars), before dropping by roughly 0.71 percent and staying stable until July 2020. However, it started following an overall increasing trend afterwards.

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The global sugar cane market contracted to $1,491B in 2024, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $1,542.8B. From 2016 to 2024, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

The Pakistani sugar market rose to $3.2B in 2024, growing by 4.7% against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated a slight expansion from 2012 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last twelve-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption increased by +75.6% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $3.3B.

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The Indian sugar cane market shrank slightly to $231.7B in 2024, which is down by -2% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2012 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Sugar cane consumption peaked at $236.5B in 2023, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

China Settlement Price: ZCE: White Sugar: 2nd Month data was reported at 6,047.000 RMB/Ton in 26 Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 6,008.000 RMB/Ton for 25 Mar 2025. China Settlement Price: ZCE: White Sugar: 2nd Month data is updated daily, averaging 5,603.000 RMB/Ton from Jan 2006 (Median) to 26 Mar 2025, with 4670 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7,771.000 RMB/Ton in 12 Aug 2011 and a record low of 4,037.000 RMB/Ton in 15 Sep 2014. China Settlement Price: ZCE: White Sugar: 2nd Month data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange. The data is categorized under World Trend Plus’s Commodity Market – Table CN.ZB: Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange: Commodity Futures: Settlement Price: Daily. [COVID-19-IMPACT]

The global price of high fructose corn syrup was forecast to decrease between 2023 and 2032 by in total 71.5 U.S. dollars per tonnes. This overall decrease does not happen continuously, notably not in 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030, 2031 and 2032. The global price is estimated to amount to 758.23 U.S. dollars per tonnes in 2032. Notably, the global price of high fructose corn syrup was continuously increasing over the past years.World price refers to the price of commodities outside of one's own country and is determined by global levels of supply and demand. Sugar manufacturing

Sugar manufacturing is a long and meticulous process to execute. The initial steps include cleaning, milling, and clarification; it then moves to evaporation and crystallization, finishing with crystal separation. The sugar is refined before it hits the shelves to ensure all impurities get extracted. In 2023, the sugar manufacturing market value was forecasted at around 78 billion U.S. dollars, a 45 percent decrease from the market value in 2012. Since 2012, the decrease has fluctuated between 60 to 90 billion U.S. dollars .

Sugar production and consumption

As of 2023/2024, sugar production worldwide was about 183 million metric tons, a 13 percent increase from 2010/2011. The production value is forecasted to increase by just over 2 million metric tons by 2024/2025. Sugar consumption worldwide is also forecasted to slightly increase in 2024/2025 by just over 1 million metric tons from the previous year. The consumption of sugar has grown over the years and has increased by just over 13 percent from 2010/2011 to 2023/2024.