2025 Apr Colombia Confectionery sugar (HS1704) Export Snapshot: Vol Dip

April Trend: Colombia Confectionery sugar Export

Confectionery sugar, classified under HS Code 1704 (Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing cocoa), saw exports dip in April, with value falling 6.2% MoM to $23.29M and volume down 6.3% to 8.59M kg. This followed a 2.1% drop in unit prices the previous month, which stabilized at $2.71/kg (+0.1% MoM). The decline coincides with a new 10% US tariff on Colombian exports, effective April 5, likely pressuring trade flows. Despite the pullback, year-to-date performance remains strong, with Q1 exports up sharply from January levels.

Table: Colombia Confectionery Sugar Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

The UNITED STATES dominates Colombia's confectionery sugar exports, accounting for 22.41% of value but only 18.52% of weight, signaling a premium market demanding higher-grade or specialized products. The UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS follows closely, with a similar value-weight gap (18.73% vs. 18.82%), suggesting a comparable role. Meanwhile, SOUTH GEORGIA AND THE SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS shows a value premium (10.43% value vs. 8.77% weight), reinforcing the trend of quality-driven demand. The supply chain is value-optimized, prioritizing higher-margin markets over bulk logistics. This structure indicates Colombia's focus on premium export destinations rather than raw material hubs.

Table: Colombia Confectionery Sugar (HS Code 1704) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 1704 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 1704901000 dominates Colombia's April 2025 exports, capturing 62.6% frequency and 71.2% value of HS 1704 shipments—sugar confectionery (excluding chewing gum) at 7.2M kg (83.8% weight share). The minimal presence of premium sub-codes (e.g., chewing gum at <1% value) and absence of unit price data suggest a bulk-driven, low-margin market. This aligns with Colombia HS Code 1704 Export trends favoring high-volume, low-complexity products over niche segments.

Table: Colombia (HS Code 1704) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia Confectionery Sugar Buyers List

Table: Colombia Confectionery Sugar (HS Code 1704) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Confectionery sugar Export perform in April?

Colombia's confectionery sugar exports dipped 6.2% month-on-month to $23.29M in April, with volumes down 6.3% to 8.59M kg. Unit prices held steady at $2.71/kg (+0.1% MoM).

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Confectionery sugar?

The United States ($5.15M), U.S. Virgin Islands ($4.31M), and South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands ($2.40M) were the top destinations in April.

Who are the major Confectionery sugar Buyers?

Colombiana Candy Co led buyers with $2.85M in purchases, followed by Zur Distribuidora de Alimentos SAC ($1.23M) and Olly PBC ($1.17M).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 1704, with significant activity in sugar confectionery (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate) at $16.58M.