Sugar Import Cost and Profit Analysis as of June 3, 2026
As of June 3, 2026, calculations based on ICE raw sugar futures and the RMB exchange rate show that the estimated cost of Brazilian sugar imported under quota, after processing and taxes, is approximately 3862 RMB/ton. For out-of-quota imports, the cost is around 4900 RMB/ton. Compared to Rizhao spot white sugar prices, in-quota imports yield an estimated profit of 1738 RMB/ton, while out-of-quota imports yield 700 RMB/ton.
On June 3, 2026, the global sugar market witnessed significant activity. The ICE raw sugar futures contract settled at 14.22 cents per pound, while the RMB exchange rate against the US dollar was recorded at 6.77793. Based on these crucial figures, a detailed estimation of sugar import costs and profits has been conducted.
The analysis indicates that for Brazilian raw sugar imported within the established quota, the estimated cost after processing and tax clearance is approximately 3862 RMB per ton. Conversely, for Brazilian raw sugar imported outside the quota, the estimated cost after processing and tax clearance is considerably higher, reaching 4900 RMB per ton.
Comparing these import costs with the current spot prices of white sugar in the Rizhao region reveals the profit margins under different import scenarios. Brazilian sugar imported within the quota is estimated to yield a substantial profit of 1738 RMB per ton after processing and tax. In contrast, Brazilian sugar imported outside the quota shows a relatively smaller profit margin, estimated at 700 RMB per ton. These figures provide vital insights for market participants, illustrating the impact of international sugar prices, exchange rates, and the domestic market on the profitability of sugar import trade.