🌱 Popular Varieties of Sugar

1️ White Refined Sugar (Granulated Sugar)

✅ Source: Sugarcane or sugar beet
✅ Appearance: White, crystalline granules
✅ Taste: Sweet, neutral
✅ Best Use: Cooking, baking, beverages, and confectionery
✅ Export Markets: USA, Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia

2️ Raw Sugar

✅ Source: Sugarcane
✅ Appearance: Light brown with molasses content
✅ Taste: Mildly sweet with a slight molasses flavor
✅ Best Use: Baking, sauces, and syrups
✅ Export Markets: UAE, Malaysia, Africa, Caribbean

3️ Brown Sugar

✅ Source: Sugarcane or sugar beet
✅ Appearance: Brown, moist crystals
✅ Taste: Rich, caramel-like flavor due to molasses
✅ Best Use: Baking, sweetening beverages, and sauces
✅ Export Markets: USA, Europe, Middle East

4️ Powdered (Icing) Sugar

✅ Source: White refined sugar
✅ Appearance: Fine, powdered consistency
✅ Taste: Sweet, smooth
✅ Best Use: Frosting, icing, and confectionery
✅ Export Markets: Europe, USA, Southeast Asia

5️ Jaggery (Gur)

✅ Source: Sugarcane or palm sap
✅ Appearance: Solid, amber or golden blocks
✅ Taste: Rich, molasses-like, with deep caramel flavor
✅ Best Use: Traditional sweets, teas, and as a natural sweetener
✅ Export Markets: Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa

6️  Demerara Sugar

✅ Source: Sugarcane
✅ Appearance: Large, amber crystals
✅ Taste: Mild caramel flavor with crunchy texture
✅ Best Use: Coffee, tea, baking, and sprinkled on desserts
✅ Export Markets: USA, UK, Europe

💪 Health Benefits of Sugar

🍯 Quick Energy Source – Sugar provides rapid energy as it is quickly absorbed by the body. 🏃
🧑‍⚕️ Support for Glycemic Control – Sugars like jaggery are believed to help with digestion and maintain blood sugar levels when consumed in moderation.
🧠 Brain Fuel – The body’s main source of energy for brain functions comes from sugar (glucose). 🧠
❤️ Improves Skin Health – Brown sugars and raw sugars are used in scrubs, promoting healthy skin.

🧊 Storage & Handling Tips

✅ Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Sugar should be kept in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Excess moisture can lead to clumping or spoilage.
✅ Sealed Containers: Store sugar in airtight containers to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.
✅ Brown Sugar: To keep brown sugar soft, store it in a sealed container or add a piece of bread to prevent it from hardening.
✅ Shelf Life: Most sugars have a long shelf life, typically 2-3 years, depending on the type. However, ensure that they are kept away from humidity and pests.

📦 Export Packing for Sugar

1️ Standard Packing

📦 Bulk Bags: Typically, 25kg to 50kg bags for raw and white refined sugar.
📦 Retail Pack: Sugar packed in 500g, 1kg, 2kg, or 5kg retail packs for consumer markets.
📦 Drums or Containers: For large-scale shipments, sugars may be packed in drums or containers.

2️ Protective Measures for Export

🚚 Moisture Control: Use moisture-proof packaging such as plastic bags or laminated sacks to ensure sugar remains dry.
📦 Sealed and Tight Packaging: Ensure the sugar is tightly sealed in containers to prevent contamination.
🌡️ Transport: Keep sugar at room temperature during transportation. Avoid exposure to high humidity and extreme temperatures.