Check Source RequiredCategory: sweetener, processedReviewed: Aug 1, 2025
White Sugar
Some refined cane sugar is decolorized using cattle bone char filters. Beet sugar and unrefined/organic cane sugar are never processed with bone char.
Vegan Status Breakdown
Some refined cane sugar is decolorized using cattle bone char filters. Beet sugar and unrefined/organic cane sugar are never processed with bone char.
Common Synonyms, E-Numbers & Trade Names:
refined sugarcane sugargranulated sugartable sugarsucrose
Hidden & Derivative Names to Watch Out For:
refined cane sugarwhite refined sugarsucrose
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Common Uses & Applications
•Sweetening drinks, baking, processed foods, candies
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
Standard reference data via USDA FoodData Central
387
Calories (kcal)
0g
Protein
99.9g
Carbohydrates
0g
Total Fat
0.9g
Dietary Fiber
Plant-Based Substitutes
Culinary swaps with exact ratios and chef instructions
Pure Maple Syrup
sweetener, moisture, glazingRatio: 3/4 cup maple syrup per 1 cup honey (Reduce other liquids in baking by 2 tablespoons)
In baking, maple syrup caramelizes slightly faster than honey, so watch oven temperatures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is white sugar vegan?
It depends on the source and country. In the US, some cane sugar is filtered through bone char. Beet sugar, organic sugar, and European sugars are always bone char-free.