The centrifugal sugar supply in the UAE stood at 1.97 million metric tons in 2023. Based on the forecasted data, the supply is projected to increase steadily from 1.99 million metric tons in 2024 to 2.08 million metric tons by 2028.
Year-on-year variations show a gradual increase:
- 2024: 1.0% increase
- 2025: 1.5% increase
- 2026: 1.0% increase
- 2027: 1.0% increase
- 2028: 1.0% increase
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the next five years is estimated at 1.1%, indicating a stable yet modest growth rate in the supply of centrifugal sugar in the UAE.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in domestic sugar production capacity, import policies, and shifts in consumer preferences toward alternative sweeteners or healthier options that could impact the demand and supply dynamics.
