Sugar No. 16 Futures & Options
Sugar No. 16 is the U.S. domestic raw-sugar contract, priced under the U.S. sugar program — its persistent premium to world Sugar No. 11 reflects American quota policy.
Trading the Sugar No. 16 Contract
Dairy, commodity indexes, steel, iron ore, uranium, and specialty contracts.
Beyond the headline markets, dairy, index, and industrial commodity exposure each carry their own risk profiles — and each has established hedging instruments that this library explains.
Whether you hedge commercial exposure or study the market, you do not have to figure it out alone. AgriculturalHedging.com's education library explains the contract and its risks, and its partner network connects you with qualified, registered organizations that serve sugar no. 16 markets.
Find a Qualified ProviderContract Specifications
| Exchange | ICEUS |
|---|---|
| Contract Size | 112,000 lbs. |
| Contract Months | F, H, K, N, U, X (January, March, May, July, September, November) |
| Trading Hours | 9:00"“14:00 ET |
| Minimum Fluctuation | .01¢/lb. = $11.20 |
Contract specifications change. Always confirm current specs with the exchange before trading.
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Sugar No. 16 Futures FAQ
What is the Sugar No. 16 futures contract?
Sugar No. 16 is the U.S. domestic raw-sugar contract, priced under the U.S. sugar program — its persistent premium to world Sugar No. 11 reflects American quota policy. The contract trades on ICEUS with a contract size of 112,000 lbs..
How can I hedge Sugar No. 16 price risk?
Beyond the headline markets, dairy, index, and industrial commodity exposure each carry their own risk profiles — and each has established hedging instruments that this library explains. Qualified hedging providers can be found through the AgriculturalHedging.com partner network.
How do I start trading Sugar No. 16 futures?
Futures accounts are opened with registered firms — futures commission merchants and introducing brokers. AgriculturalHedging.com explains the contract, the margin, and the risks so you can evaluate providers and get started prepared.
Learn or Hedge Sugar No. 16 with Qualified Help
AgriculturalHedging.com turns commodity complexity into plain language — and connects you with registered organizations that serve sugar no. 16 markets.