Sugar Import Cost and Profit Analysis as of April 9, 2026

On April 9, 2026, key international sugar market data provided a basis for in-depth analysis of sugar import costs and profits. On that day, the ICE raw sugar futures contract closed at 13.95 cents per pound, with the RMB exchange rate holding steady at 6.8304. Based on these market parameters, we conducted a detailed estimation of the landed cost, including duties and taxes, for imported Brazilian sugar. The results indicate that for Brazilian sugar imported within the quota, the estimated processing and duty-paid cost per ton is approximately 3914 RMB. For Brazilian sugar exceeding the quota, due to higher tariffs, the processing and duty-paid cost significantly increases to 4969 RMB per ton. By further comparing these costs with the current spot market prices for white sugar in Rizhao, we can assess the potential profitability of imported sugar. The data shows that in-quota Brazilian sugar is expected to yield a profit of 1616 RMB per ton. In contrast, out-of-quota Brazilian sugar has a relatively smaller profit margin, estimated at 561 RMB per ton. These figures offer crucial reference points for sugar traders, helping them navigate international sugar price fluctuations and domestic market demands.