Cane Sugar Market on a Growth Trajectory: Expected to Reach USD 88.6 Billion by 2035 Amid Rising Demand in Bakery & Confectionery Sectors

The global cane sugar market is projected to rise from USD 63.4 billion in 2025 to USD 88.6 billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 3.4%. This steady growth is fueled by increasing demand in bakery and confectionery applications, particularly across emerging markets in Asia and Africa. Conventional cane sugar continues to dominate the market, while health-conscious trends spur interest in organic and sustainably sourced alternatives.

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Market Trends Highlighted:

  • Bakery & Confectionery Lead Demand:
    The bakery and confectionery sector remains the largest application for cane sugar, accounting for 45% of total usage in 2025. The rising consumption of sweets and baked goods, especially in developing nations, is a key driver of market expansion.
  • Dominance of Conventional Sugar:
    Conventional cane sugar holds a commanding 85% share in the nature segment, although organic variants are gaining momentum due to growing health and sustainability concerns.
  • Widespread Use in Food & Beverage:
    In the food & beverage ingredients market, cane sugar comprises 10–12% of the value, showcasing its critical role in product formulation and manufacturing.
  • Global Sugar Market Share:
    Cane sugar represents 60–65% of global sugar production and 40–45% of the broader sweeteners market, highlighting its central role in global sugar supply.

Key Takeaways of the Report:

  • The global cane sugar market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 3.4% between 2025 and 2035.
  • The market value is set to increase from USD 63.4 billion in 2025 to USD 88.6 billion by 2035.
  • Bakery and confectionery will remain the top application sectors, driven by increasing demand for sweet food products.
  • Asia and Africa emerge as the fastest-growing regions due to shifting dietary preferences and expanding food processing industries.
  • Organic and ethically sourced cane sugar is witnessing rising interest in Europe and North America, influenced by regulatory and consumer trends.
  • The USA continues to dominate global market share, while France (3.8%) and Japan (3.6%) lead growth rates.

Regional Market Outlook:

  • United States:
    A mature market led by strong demand in confectionery and beverage segments. Expected CAGR of 3.3% from 2025–2035, despite a growing shift toward sugar alternatives and organic sweeteners.
  • United Kingdom:
    Estimated CAGR of 3.5% with a focus on sustainable and healthier sugar options. Continued demand from bakery and beverage manufacturers supports steady growth.
  • France:
    Poised for the highest growth in Europe with a CAGR of 3.8%. High-quality cane sugar demand persists in gourmet applications, despite regulatory and health-driven shifts to alternatives.
  • Germany:
    Shows consistent growth (CAGR 3.5%) driven by industrial demand in food manufacturing, but faces pressure from health regulations and sugar reduction initiatives.
  • Japan:
    A steady CAGR of 3.6% is expected, supported by demand for cane sugar in traditional sweets and modern desserts. Premium and organic variants gain popularity amid rising health concerns.

Competition Outlook:

The cane sugar market is moderately consolidated with several global and regional players competing across conventional and organic segments.

Key players

  • Global Organics, Ltd.
  • DO-IT Food Ingredients BV
  • Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.
  • Wilmar Sugar Australia Limited
  • ASR Group International, Inc.
  • Tate & Lyle plc
  • Biosev S.A.
  • Nanning Sugar Industry
  • Bunge Limited
  • Raízen

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Key Segmentation

By Nature:

Based on nature, the industry is bifurcated into organic and conventional.

By Form:

Based on the form, the Crystallized Sugar, Liquid Syrup.

By Application:

Cane sugar is mostly used for applications like dairy, bakery, confectionery, beverage, canned and frozen foods, pharmaceuticals, and other food items.

By Region:

The sector has been analyzed with the following regions covered: North America, Latin America, Europe, South Asia, East Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East and Africa.

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