2025 Jul Colombia Sugar (HS 1701) Export Snapshot: Volume Surge

July 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 July, with volume jumping 67.61% MoM to 44.38M kg and value rising 48.12% to $29.86M. The recovery followed a sharp contraction in June, when volume and value had plummeted by 45.02% and 42.04%, respectively. Unit prices dipped 11.63% to $0.67/kg, reflecting softer global sugar markets. The volatility aligns with shifting trade policies, including paused reciprocal tariffs under EO 14257. Colombia’s sugar trade remains highly reactive to both demand fluctuations and regulatory adjustments.

Table: Colombia Sugar Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

The United States dominates Colombia's sugar exports, accounting for 32.4% of value but only 24.1% of weight, signaling a premium market demanding higher-grade or processed sugar. In contrast, Chile and Ecuador (17.7% weight each but ~14.4% value) act as bulk hubs, likely absorbing raw or lower-value sugar for regional distribution. The value-weight gap reveals a dual strategy: premium pricing in the U.S. and volume-driven trade in neighboring markets, optimizing for both margins and scale.

Table: Colombia Sugar (HS Code 1701) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 1701 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 1701999000 (pure sucrose) dominates Colombia's sugar exports, capturing 55.7% frequency and 77.7% volume—a clear bulk-volume play. The remaining sub-codes (raw cane sugar, flavored variants) collectively account for minor shares, signaling a market skewed toward low-cost, high-volume commodity trade. With no unit price data, the dominance of chemically pure sucrose suggests Colombia leverages standardized quality for mass export markets rather than premium niches. This aligns with global sugar trade dynamics, where price competitiveness trumps differentiation. Expect stability in this volume-driven export structure unless premiumization trends emerge.

Table: Colombia (HS Code 1701) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia Sugar Buyers List

Table: Colombia Sugar (HS Code 1701) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Sugar Export perform in July?

Colombia's sugar exports rebounded sharply in July, with value jumping 48% month-on-month to $29.86M and volume surging 68% to 44.38M kg, though unit prices fell 12% to $0.67/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Sugar?

The United States ($9.62M), Chile ($4.28M), and Ecuador ($4.27M) were the top destinations for Colombian sugar exports.

Who are the major Sugar Buyers?

Key buyers include Sweet New England Company ($3.78M), Agrocommerce S.A ($2.16M), and Sucden Peru S.A ($1.40M), indicating a mix of regional and international trade houses.

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 $21.06M of exports.