Jaggery: what it contains and why it matters
Jaggery is an unrefined cane sugar (gur). This page lists its nutritional content from published sources and explains which lab parameters it relates to.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-04
Nutritional content of jaggery
Per 100 g edible portion, from published composition data.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 353 kcal | ICMR-NIN |
| Carbohydrates | 85.4 g | ICMR-NIN |
| Protein | 0.4 g | ICMR-NIN |
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | ICMR-NIN |
| Iron | 2.64 mg | ICMR-NIN |
| Potassium | 748 mg | ICMR-NIN |
| Magnesium | 65 mg | ICMR-NIN |
| Calcium | 40 mg | ICMR-NIN |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg | ICMR-NIN |
| Sodium | 19.8 mg | ICMR-NIN |
Which lab parameters does jaggery relate to?
Iron
Iron is needed to make haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen around the body [WHO].
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Magnesium
Magnesium supports muscle and nerve function and helps build bone [WHO].
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Potassium
Potassium helps nerves and muscles work and helps balance the body's fluids [WHO].
Vegetarian and dietary notes
Cane jaggery is a plant-derived product made from concentrated sugarcane juice and is naturally suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary macronutrient composition of cane jaggery?
Cane jaggery is composed predominantly of carbohydrates, providing 85.4 g per 100 g [ICMR-NIN], with 0.4 g of protein [ICMR-NIN] and 0.1 g of total fat [ICMR-NIN].
How much iron is present in jaggery, and what is the role of iron in human physiology?
Cane jaggery contains 2.64 mg of iron per 100 g [ICMR-NIN]. Iron is an essential mineral utilized by the human body for the synthesis of hemoglobin, an erythrocyte protein responsible for oxygen transport.
What is the potassium content of jaggery, and how is potassium utilized by the body?
Jaggery provides 748 mg of potassium per 100 g [ICMR-NIN]. Potassium is an intracellular cation that functions in maintaining fluid balance, membrane potentials, and normal neuromuscular signaling.
How much magnesium does cane jaggery supply?
Per 100 g, cane jaggery contains 65 mg of magnesium [ICMR-NIN]. Magnesium acts as an enzyme cofactor in over 300 biochemical reactions, including glycolysis, ATP production, and protein synthesis.
Does jaggery contain dietary fiber?
According to the Indian Food Composition Tables [ICMR-NIN], cane jaggery contains negligible amounts of dietary fiber, consisting almost entirely of soluble sucrose and reducing sugars alongside residual moisture and mineral ash.
Sources
- ICMR-NIN — Indian Food Composition Tables 2017, National Institute of Nutrition. https://www.nin.res.in/
- WHO — World Health Organization — nutrition fact sheets. https://www.who.int/