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United Arab Emirates: Sugar Market 2024

Sugar Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The sugar market in the United Arab Emirates skyrocketed to $X in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, showed a perceptible contraction. Sugar consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sugar Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of sugar, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. In general, exports, however, showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, sugar exports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then fell notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Iran (X tons) was the main destination for sugar exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, sugar exports to Iran exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Pakistan (X tons), fourfold. Eritrea (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Iran stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Pakistan (X% per year) and Eritrea (X% per year).

In value terms, Iran ($X) remains the key foreign market for sugar exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Pakistan ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Eritrea, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Iran totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Pakistan (X% per year) and Eritrea (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average sugar export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Eritrea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Pakistan (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Sugar Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

Sugar imports into the United Arab Emirates declined dramatically to X tons in 2022, falling by X% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sugar imports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest sugar supplier to the United Arab Emirates, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, sugar imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil was relatively modest.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sugar to the United Arab Emirates, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average sugar import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a mild setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sugar in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 29% share of global consumption. The United States, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, Mexico, Pakistan, Germany, Australia, France and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the largest producers of sugar in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Brazil, India and China, with a combined 44% share of global production. Thailand, the United States, Mexico, Russia, Pakistan, Germany, Australia, France, Egypt and Guatemala lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of sugar to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of sugar to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sugar from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Iran remains the key foreign market for sugar exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Pakistan, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Eritrea, with a 4.1% share.

What is the average export price for sugar in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2022, the average sugar export price amounted to $584 per ton, growing by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sugar in the United Arab Emirates?

The average sugar import price stood at $444 per ton in 2022, rising by 26% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sugar market in the United Arab Emirates. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 162 - Sugar, Raw Centrifugal
FCL 163 - Sugar, Non-Centrifugal

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023