2025 Aug Colombia Sugar (HS 1701) Export Snapshot: Surge in Volume
August Trend: Colombia Sugar Export
Sugar, classified under HS Code 1701 (Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form), saw exports rebound in August, with value surging 47.51% MoM to $44.04M and volume up 47.24% to 65.34M kg. The recovery followed a sharp drop in June and a partial rebound in July, though unit prices remained flat at $0.67/kg. The uptick aligns with the pause in Reciprocal Tariffs enforcement until August 1, potentially easing trade friction. Despite volatility, year-to-date trends show resilience, with August volumes nearing January's peak.
Table: Colombia Sugar Export Trend (Source: yTrade)
| Date | Value | Weight | Unit Price | Value MoM | Weight MoM | Unit Price MoM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-01 | 46.51M USD | 68.42M kg | $0.68/kg | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2025-02-01 | 28.27M USD | 40.96M kg | $0.69/kg | -39.21% | -40.14% | +1.55% |
| 2025-03-01 | 36.44M USD | 58.94M kg | $0.62/kg | +28.86% | +43.89% | -10.44% |
| 2025-04-01 | 43.30M USD | 57.35M kg | $0.76/kg | +18.84% | -2.69% | +22.13% |
| 2025-05-01 | 34.78M USD | 48.16M kg | $0.72/kg | -19.67% | -16.02% | -4.35% |
| 2025-06-01 | 20.16M USD | 26.48M kg | $0.76/kg | -42.04% | -45.02% | +5.42% |
| 2025-07-01 | 29.86M USD | 44.38M kg | $0.67/kg | +48.12% | +67.61% | -11.63% |
| 2025-08-01 | 44.04M USD | 65.34M kg | $0.67/kg | +47.51% | +47.24% | +0.19% |
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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic
The United States dominates Colombia's sugar exports, accounting for 33% of value but only 26.8% of weight, signaling a premium market demanding higher-grade or processed sugar. In contrast, Peru and Chile show a bulk hub pattern (15.6% and 14.6% weight share vs. 11.8% and 11.6% value share), suggesting raw material flows. The value-volume gap reveals a dual strategy: premium pricing in the U.S. and cost-efficient bulk trade with regional neighbors. Supply chains prioritize value capture over volume in key markets.
Table: Colombia Sugar (HS Code 1701) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)
| Country | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED STATES | 14.34M | 17.31M | 213.00 | 17.31M |
| PERU | 5.12M | 10.10M | 88.00 | 10.10M |
| CHILE | 5.02M | 9.41M | 89.00 | 9.41M |
| ECUADOR | 2.73M | 5.22M | 60.00 | 5.22M |
| SPAIN | 2.42M | 2.32M | 42.00 | 2.32M |
| BELGIUM | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
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Colombia HS Code 1701 Breakdown & Value Logic
yTrade data reveals HS 1701999000 (pure sucrose) dominates Colombia's sugar exports, capturing 68% of value and 73% of volume—a clear volume-driven play. The remaining sub-codes (raw cane sugar variants) collectively hold secondary shares, indicating Colombia HS Code 1701 Export prioritizes standardized, high-volume shipments over niche or premium segments. With negligible presence of flavored/colored sugars, the market leans heavily on commoditized bulk trade, reinforced by minimal price differentiation. This confirms a low-margin, high-throughput strategy anchored in scalable demand.
Table: Colombia (HS Code 1701) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)
| HS Code | Product Description | Value | Frequency | Quantity | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170199**** | Sugars; sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter | 30.05M | 487.00 | 47.58M | 47.58M |
| 170114**** | 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 | 12.06M | 221.00 | 16.67M | 16.67M |
| 170113**** | Sugars; cane sugar, raw, in solid form, as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter | 1.93M | 68.00 | 1.09M | 1.09M |
| 1701** | ******** | ******** | ******** | ******** | ******** |
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Colombia Sugar Buyers List
Table: Colombia Sugar (HS Code 1701) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)
| Buyer Company | Value | Quantity | Frequency | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWEET NEW ENGLAND COMPANY | 3.38M | 4.05M | 32.00 | 4.05M |
| SUCDEN CHILE SPA | 2.71M | 5.35M | 42.00 | 5.35M |
| ED&F MAN SUGAR INC | 2.32M | 2.44M | 20.00 | 2.44M |
| INTERLOOM S.A.C | ****** | ****** | ****** | ****** |
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Colombia Sugar Export perform in August?
Colombia's sugar exports surged 47.5% month-on-month to $44.04M in August, with volume up 47.2% to 65.34M kg. Unit prices held steady at $0.67/kg.
What are the top Export partners for Colombia Sugar?
The United States ($14.34M), Peru ($5.12M), and Chile ($5.02M) were the top destinations for Colombian sugar exports.
Who are the major Sugar Buyers?
Key buyers include Sweet New England Company ($3.38M), Sucden Chile SpA ($2.71M), and ED&F Man Sugar Inc ($2.32M), indicating a mix of regional and international traders.
What is the specific HS Code for this trade?
The data covers HS Code 1701, with significant activity in chemically pure sucrose (HS 170199****), accounting for $30.05M of exports.
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