U.S. exports of Sugar Beet, Fresh or Dried (SITC 05487) totaled $30K in August 2026.
Sugar Beet, Fresh or Dried imports of $5K in August 2026 ran 62% below the year-to-date monthly average of $14K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSugar beet in fresh or dried form — whether whole, sliced, or ground — serves primarily as a feedstock for sucrose extraction in sugar refining, though dried beet pulp is also a significant animal feed ingredient. Unlike cane sugar, sugar beet is predominantly a domestically produced crop in the United States, so import volumes under this heading tend to be modest and often linked to specialty processing or feed-industry demand rather than bulk sugar production. USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements apply to fresh beet imports, particularly given concerns about soil-borne pests that can accompany root crops.
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The classification depends on the form and intended use. Sugar beet in fresh or dried form — including ground beet — falls under this heading when it retains its identity as a sugar beet product. However, dried beet pulp that has been processed as a by-product of sugar extraction may be classified under animal feed or residue headings. Importers should review the specific processing stage and consult a licensed customs broker to confirm the correct classification.
Fresh sugar beet roots can harbor soil-borne pathogens and pests, including beet cyst nematode and rhizomania virus, which are significant concerns for US domestic beet production. USDA APHIS may require phytosanitary certificates, soil-free certification, or treatment conditions depending on the country of origin. Admissibility requirements are complex; consult APHIS and a licensed customs broker before arranging shipment.
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Basic heading 05487 · $30K of $11.7B
Exports · August 2026
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Saudi Arabia and Canada together take 100% of it.
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $80K of Sugar Beet, Fresh or Dried.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 7 of 12 months reported, exports 7 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.