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Common questions

Is Raw sugar healthy?

Raw sugar scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Raw sugar is a processed culinary ingredient with minimal processing compared to refined sugars, which contributes to a better score.

How processed is Raw sugar?

Raw sugar is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Raw sugar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cane Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Raw sugar

CSR
60 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A.
Category Sugar
Summary

Raw sugar is a processed culinary ingredient with minimal processing compared to refined sugars, which contributes to a better score. However, it is still a source of added sugars, which can contribute to health issues if consumed in excess. The lack of organic certification and the presence of sugar as the sole ingredient limit its potential for a higher rating.

Key ingredients 1

Cane Sugar
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

Risks

Excessive consumption of cane sugar can lead to health issues such as obesity, diabetes, and dental problems.

Benefits

Cane sugar provides quick energy due to its carbohydrate content, but it offers no significant nutritional benefits beyond that.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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