The data from 2023 indicates that Nigeria leads in raw sugar imports with 1.74 million metric tons, followed by Saudi Arabia at 1.11, and Israel with 0.09085. Minimal imports were recorded for Mexico, Norway, Philippines, and South Africa. Between 2023 and 2028, Nigeria's imports are projected to grow by 3.33%, while Saudi Arabia and Israel see increments of 1.63% and 2.24%, respectively. Mexico, Norway, Philippines, and South Africa remain stagnant.
Future trends to watch:
- Developing nations increasing sugar importation due to rising demand for processed foods.
- Trade policies' impact on importation dynamics, particularly in Africa and the Middle East.
- The influence of global sugar production shifts on import needs and costs.
Top countries in Raw Sugar Imports, Forecast 2019-2028 by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Nigeria | 1,740 | 2028 | +3.41% | +3.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Saudi Arabia | 1,110 | 2028 | +1.76% | +1.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Israel | 90.85 | 2028 | +2.52% | +2.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 10 | 2028 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 0 | 2028 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Philippines | 0 | 2028 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Africa | 0 | 2028 | 0% | 0% | View data |
