Is there a difference between sugar made from beet and sugar made from cane?

Answer

The raw materials differ, but both yield white sugar that is chemically the same substance, namely sucrose. Although there are some technical differences in the production processes depending on the raw material, no difference in quality, safety or nutritional value has been reported between beet and cane sugars produced to international standards. The Ministry states that both types are assessed in the same way under the legislation. The idea that cane sugar is more natural or healthier is a common misconception; what matters for health is a balanced intake rather than the source of the sugar. This comparison is not a halal assessment; for the halal status of a specific product, check the manufacturer's halal certificate.