President Trump urged Coca-Cola to use US cane sugar for Coke, but supply issues limit production. CFO John Murphy says the rollout will be gradual due to limited sugar supply and production capacity in glass bottles. US sugar production accounts for 30% of supply, with the rest coming from imports.

Despite relying on cheaper high fructose corn syrup, Coca-Cola plans to introduce a US cane sugar version of Coke. The company faces challenges in meeting Trump’s request, including tariffs, trade policy changes, and the need for more natural ingredients. Production capacity in glass bottles is also a limiting factor.

Coca-Cola is set to launch a new US cane sugar Coke product, but faces obstacles in scaling production due to limited sugar supply and glass bottle production capacity. The company plans a phased rollout in select markets before expanding in 2026. Mexican Coke’s success in the US has driven interest in a cane sugar version.

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