Destination guide · Canada

How to Import Brazilian Sugar into Canada

Canada has no domestic cane sugar, so it imports raw sugar for its refineries — and it's a more open market than the quota-tight US. Here's how Brazilian VHP and ICUMSA 45 reach Canada.

Why Canada imports Brazilian sugar

Canada refines imported raw cane sugar for its domestic market and has a comparatively liberal import regime — a contrast to the US tariff-rate quota next door. That makes Brazil, as the largest and most reliable origin, a natural supplier.

Grade fit

Refineries import VHP raw sugar (ICUMSA 600–1200) as feedstock; food manufacturers, packers and traders import refined ICUMSA 45. We supply both.

Ports & delivery

Cargo loads at Santos or Paranaguá and typically ships CFR or CIF to Vancouver, Montreal or ports serving Toronto/Hamilton, in bulk vessels or containers.

Documentation & payment

Shipments carry the full document set (commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificate of origin, SGS/Intertek inspection, health/phytosanitary certificates). Payment is secured by DLC or SBLC under UCP 600.

Request a quotation

Duna Trading sources Brazilian ICUMSA 45 and VHP sugar and ships worldwide under Incoterms 2020, with DLC/SBLC payment (UCP 600) and SGS/Intertek inspection at loading. Tell us your grade, quantity and destination port and the São Paulo desk reverts with a quotation.

Destination guide · Canada

Importing into Canada — FAQ

Is Canada an open market for imported sugar?

Comparatively, yes. Canada has no domestic cane crop and relies on imported raw sugar for its refineries, with a relatively liberal import regime versus the quota-tight US market.

Which grade do Canadian buyers import?

Refineries import VHP raw sugar as feedstock; food manufacturers and distributors import refined ICUMSA 45. We supply both.

Which ports and Incoterm?

Commonly CFR or CIF to Vancouver, Montreal or ports serving Toronto/Hamilton, with the seller arranging freight from Brazil.