17Sugars and sugar confectionery
糖類及び砂糖菓子
HS code 17 is a Chapter (2-digit) classification number. In Japan's trade statistics (published by Ministry of Finance), it represents import/export items classified as “Sugars and sugar confectionery”. This code has 4 subcategories defined below it.
Latest trade statistics
In May 2026, Japan's imports under HS code 17 (Sugars and sugar confectionery) totaled ¥12B (YoY +18.1%), with a volume of 11,621,474 MT at about ¥1,055/MT. The top import sources are Australia (49.6%), Thailand (8.7%), United States of America (7.7%). Exports totaled ¥2B (YoY +22.0%), with a volume of 1,596,263 MT at about ¥1,447/MT. The top export destinations are People's Republic of China (21.8%), United States of America (17.0%), Hong Kong (13.3%).
Top export destinations (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | People's Republic of China | ¥6B | 21.8% | 4,051,201 | ¥1,370 |
| 2 | United States of America | ¥4B | 17.0% | 2,990,479 | ¥1,450 |
| 3 | Hong Kong | ¥3B | 13.3% | 1,779,018 | ¥1,907 |
| 4 | Taiwan | ¥3B | 11.7% | 2,219,074 | ¥1,345 |
| 5 | Republic of Korea | ¥3B | 10.0% | 2,285,343 | ¥1,113 |
Top import sources (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | ¥71B | 49.6% | 1,335,870 | ¥53,014 |
| 2 | Thailand | ¥12B | 8.7% | 2,113,095 | ¥5,896 |
| 3 | United States of America | ¥11B | 7.7% | 56,325,407 | ¥195 |
| 4 | People's Republic of China | ¥10B | 7.2% | 22,602,392 | ¥457 |
| 5 | Germany | ¥8B | 5.7% | 19,041,692 | ¥425 |
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