Container Load Sugar Supply
For most international buyers, container shipments are the most practical way to import bulk sugar. A 20ft container holds approximately 25 metric tons of sugar — enough for retailers, distributors, and small-to-medium food manufacturers.
- ✓20ft container — 25 MT (500 x 50kg bags or 25 x 1 MT jumbo bags)
- ✓40ft container — 27 MT (550 x 50kg bags) — limited by weight, not volume
- ✓FOB Laem Chabang or Bangkok port
- ✓CIF available to any major destination port worldwide
- ✓Standard shipping lines: Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Evergreen, ONE
- ✓Lead time: 7-14 days production + 5-45 days transit depending on destination
Bulk Vessel Sugar Shipments
For large-scale commodity buyers — refineries, government procurement, major distributors — we offer bulk vessel shipments. Loose sugar is loaded directly into ship holds, eliminating bag costs and reducing per-MT pricing.
- ✓Minimum vessel size: 5,000 MT
- ✓Standard vessel sizes: 12,500 MT, 25,000 MT, 50,000 MT
- ✓Suitable for raw sugar (ICUMSA 600-1200) and refined sugar (ICUMSA 45-150)
- ✓Loaded at Si Racha, Sattahip, or Laem Chabang bulk terminals
- ✓Charter party arrangements (FOB or CIF)
- ✓SGS draft survey for accurate weight verification
- ✓Significant cost savings vs containerized shipment ($20-50/MT cheaper)
Bulk Buyer Categories We Serve
Our bulk sugar supply serves distinct buyer segments, each with their own requirements and order volumes:
- ✓Government tenders — large institutional procurement, often 10,000+ MT
- ✓Sugar refineries — raw sugar for further refining (ICUMSA 600-1200)
- ✓Large food manufacturers — beverage, dairy, confectionery, baking conglomerates
- ✓Wholesale distributors — re-sellers in destination markets
- ✓Trading companies — commodity trading houses
- ✓Humanitarian organizations — WFP, Red Crescent, NGO procurement
- ✓Industrial users — pharmaceutical syrup, fermentation, biotechnology
Why Bulk Buyers Choose Kanthararom
Bulk sugar buyers operate on tight margins and reliability is everything. We've built our reputation on consistency:
- ✓Production capacity: 500,000 MT/year — we can fulfill large orders
- ✓Quality consistency: Same ICUMSA 45 spec every shipment
- ✓Reliable lead times: Production within 14 days of contract signing
- ✓Letter of Credit (L/C) accepted from major banks
- ✓Documentation expertise: All shipping docs handled in-house
- ✓Long-term contracts available for repeat buyers
- ✓Competitive FOB pricing: Direct mill, no intermediaries
- ✓Quality guarantees backed by SGS/Bureau Veritas inspection
Export Pricing Guide
FOB Laem Chabang pricing — contact us for current quotations.
| Grade | Price Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| ICUMSA 45 (Container, 25 MT) | $520-$580/MT | 50kg bags or jumbo bags |
| ICUMSA 45 (Vessel, 5,000+ MT) | $480-$540/MT | Bulk loose, no packaging |
| Raw Sugar (Container) | $420-$480/MT | ICUMSA 600-1200 |
| Raw Sugar (Vessel) | $380-$440/MT | Minimum 12,500 MT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity for bulk sugar?
Our minimum container order is 25 MT (1 x 20ft container). For bulk vessel shipments, the minimum is 5,000 MT (smaller bulk carriers). Most bulk vessel orders are 12,500-50,000 MT.
How much cheaper is bulk vessel vs container sugar?
Bulk vessel shipments save $20-$50 per metric ton compared to containerized shipments because there's no bag cost, no container handling fees, and significantly reduced loading labor. For large buyers, this translates to $200,000-$500,000 in savings on a 10,000 MT order.
Can you handle government sugar tenders?
Yes. We regularly supply government and institutional tenders including WFP, ministry-level procurement, and military rations. We have experience with strict tender documentation requirements, performance bonds, and inspection protocols (SGS, Cotecna, Bureau Veritas).
Do you offer long-term supply contracts?
Yes. We offer 6-month, 12-month, and 24-month sugar supply contracts with fixed or floating prices. This is common for food manufacturers and large distributors who need price stability and guaranteed supply. Contact our export team to discuss contract terms.