Destination guide · UAE (Dubai)

How to Import Brazilian Sugar into the UAE (Dubai)

The UAE is one of the largest sources of inquiries for Brazilian sugar — driven less by local consumption than by re-export. Dubai's Jebel Ali is a regional distribution hub. Here's how ICUMSA 45 reaches and moves through the UAE.

Dubai: a re-export gateway

The UAE combines domestic demand with a powerful re-export role. Through Jebel Ali and its free zones, Dubai-based traders import refined sugar in volume and redistribute it across MENA, the Levant, East Africa and South Asia. That's why UAE inquiry volume is so high relative to population.

Grade fit

Demand is mainly for refined ICUMSA 45 for consumption and re-export, with some VHP raw for regional refineries. We supply both.

Halal & free-zone trade

Cane sugar is inherently halal; we arrange halal-relevant documentation and SGS/Intertek inspection at loading. For free-zone operators, we can structure recurring supply to feed onward distribution and re-export flows.

Ports & delivery

Cargo loads at Santos or Paranaguá and typically ships CIF Jebel Ali. For onward movement across the region, we can align packaging (50 kg / jumbo / bulk) to your distribution model.

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 · UAE (Dubai)

Importing into the UAE — FAQ

Why do UAE traders import so much Brazilian sugar?

The UAE — especially Dubai / Jebel Ali — is a leading re-export hub. Traders import refined sugar and redistribute it across MENA, the Levant, East Africa and South Asia, on top of local consumption.

Is halal documentation available?

Cane sugar is inherently halal; halal-relevant documentation and independent inspection are arranged where required, alongside the standard export documents.

Which port and Incoterm?

Typically CIF to Jebel Ali, the region's main container and re-export gateway, with the seller arranging freight and insurance from Brazil.