Indonesia Sugar Market Overview
Indonesia is the world's largest sugar importer, bringing in 5+ million MT annually to supply its 270 million population and large food/beverage manufacturing sector. The Indonesian government allocates import quotas (PI) to licensed importers. Most imports are raw sugar destined for local refineries, but refined sugar imports also occur for direct industrial use. Thailand is Indonesia's largest sugar supplier due to proximity, ASEAN free trade benefits, and consistent quality.
Indonesia is Thailand's largest sugar export destination, importing 1+ million MT annually under ASEAN preferential tariffs.
Shipping Sugar from Thailand to Indonesia
We ship sugar from Laem Chabang and Bangkok ports in Thailand to all major Indonesia destination ports. Ocean transit time is approximately 5-8 days via direct or transshipment routes.
Destination Ports in Indonesia
- ⚓Tanjung Priok (Jakarta)
- ⚓Tanjung Perak (Surabaya)
- ⚓Belawan (Medan)
Shipping Lines Serving Indonesia
Sugar Grades Preferred in Indonesia
Based on our years of exporting to Indonesia, here are the sugar grades and packaging formats most commonly imported:
Top Grades
- • Raw Sugar (ICUMSA 600-1200)
- • ICUMSA 45
Common Packaging
- • Bulk vessel
- • 1 MT jumbo bags
- • 50kg PP bags
Import Requirements for Indonesia
Importing sugar into Indonesia requires the following documentation. We handle all Thai-side export documentation; you arrange import-side clearance through your customs broker.
- 📋Persetujuan Impor (PI) — Import Approval from Ministry of Trade
- 📋API-U (General Importer Identification Number)
- 📋Phytosanitary certificate from Thai DOA
- 📋Certificate of Origin (Form D for ASEAN preferential tariff)
- 📋Halal certificate (MUI Indonesia)
- 📋BPOM food registration for retail packs