Organic Fair Trade Cane Sugar

Organic Fair Trade Cane Sugar is a sweetener derived from sugarcane plants. 'Organic' means the sugarcane is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, and 'Fair Trade' indicates it meets ethical and environmental standards that support farmers and workers. The sugar is extracted from the sugarcane juice through processing, resulting in a crystalline form of sucrose.

This ingredient is primarily used as a sweetener to enhance flavor in a wide range of food and beverage products. It also contributes to texture, volume, and browning in baked goods, and can act as a preservative in high concentrations. It is commonly found in beverages like iced tea and juices, as well as yogurts and desserts.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers sugar, including cane sugar, to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its intended uses. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sugars. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises reducing intake of free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. Excessive consumption of added sugars is associated with an increased risk of dental cavities, weight gain, and certain chronic diseases.