Top 5 Sugar buying requests in India are an active set of five live RFQs drawn from Freshdi's quality-vetted buying-request pool; there are 167 active India sugar RFQs on the platform in total as of August 21, 2026. These five listings include multiple ICUMSA‑45 requests, containerized and bulk orders, and a mix of CIF and FOB trade terms that require suppliers to price freight and insurance for comparable offers. Freshdi lists the full request details and buyer verification badges for suppliers who unlock contact information.
Key Takeaways
- 167 total active RFQs on the platform (Active India RFQs: 167).
- Four buyers in the five listings show a verified-buyer badge; visible buyer trust ratings range from 1.2 to 4.8 out of 5.
- ICUMSA 45 (ICUMSA‑45) is named in 5 of 5 RFQs as the grade or product variant.
- Five RFQs: 5 name a trade term and 4 name an explicit payment term; many leave pricing open so proposing trade/payment combinations in the first reply is recommended.
- Among RFQs that state a trade term, CIF is the most common term and India/Chittagong/China are the most frequently named destinations in this set.
- Demand splits across large bulk shipments (12,500 MT and 2,700 MT), medium lots (50 MT, 24 MT) and small packaged orders (200–300 x 50 kg bags); suppliers should match packaging and shipment mode to each segment.
- Packaging: 50Kg bags — I want to buy Sugar Like Sugar Icumsa.
- Bag packaging: standard export quality bags, buyer requests bag size specification — Brazilian Sugar (ICUMSA 45)
- Shipment method: containerized (approx. 100 x 20ft containers) — Brazilian Sugar (ICUMSA 45)
- How do I see full buyer contact details for these Sugar RFQs?
- Unlock buyer contact details and submit a quotation by using Freshdi's unlock feature; the platform gates contact information behind a credit unlock to protect buyer privacy. The RFQ pages linked above show the request summary and whether the buyer is verified.
- What does a verified-buyer badge mean for these RFQs?
- A verified-buyer badge on Freshdi indicates the buyer completed phone or platform verification. In this five‑RFQ sample, four buyers show verified-buyer status; treat verified listings as higher-probability leads but still confirm payment and contract terms before shipping.
- How current are the posted dates and how do RFQ expiries work?
- Posted dates shown in the table are the buyers' submission timestamps; these RFQs were posted in August 2026. RFQ status and availability can change if a buyer closes their request or accepts an offer—monitor the RFQ page for updates and re-check before preparing shipping or allocation plans.
- What payment and trade terms should I propose first when a buyer left them open?
- Where payment or trade terms are not specified, propose a clear, conservative starting term such as CIF with L/C at sight for cross-border deals or FOB with 30% deposit plus balance against B/L for repeat buyers. Be explicit in your quote which costs you include so buyers can compare offers.
- Do I need certificates to respond to these listings?
- Most RFQs in this set do not require certificates in their summary; packaging and grade (ICUMSA 45) are the repeated asks. If a buyer later requests phytosanitary or quality certificates, be prepared to supply lab analysis and export certificates. To respond now, match grade, packaging and trade/payment terms requested.
- Where can I submit a quotation for these specific RFQs?
- Follow the RFQ links above to view each request. Unlock buyer details and submit a quotation on Freshdi; unlocking provides contact details and the ability to send a formal proposal for any of the listed Sugar RFQs.
Scope: These figures describe Sugar buying requests posted on Freshdi by India-based buyers as of August 21, 2026 and record stated buyer intent on this platform only.
Sugar Buyer Demand in India at a Glance
| No. | Metric | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Active India RFQs | 167 |
| 2 | Median Quantity | 2700000.0 KG |
| 3 | Most Requested Port | India |
| 4 | Most Requested Trade Term | CIF |
| 5 | Most Requested Payment Term | LC |
| 6 | Last Updated | August 21, 2026 |
This snapshot (Active RFQs: 167; median quantity 2,700,000 KG; most-requested term: CIF) shows India demand on Freshdi skews toward CIF-priced bulk ICUMSA‑45 purchases while also including smaller bagged orders. At a high level, buyers repeatedly ask for ICUMSA‑45, containerized packaging or standard export bags, and L/C or documentary payment methods; certification requests are rare in this small sample but packaging and shipment method are often specified.
Top 5 Sugar RFQs in India
| No. | RFQ | Quantity & Unit | Grade / Spec | Destination Port | Trade Term | Payment Term | Target Price / Budget | Posted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Sugar" | 12500 metric tons | Icumsa 45 | China | CIF | DLC And SBLC | Negotiable | 2026-08-08 |
| 2 | Brazilian Sugar (ICUMSA 45) | 2700 Metric Tons approx. 100 x 20foot containers | ICUMSA 45 | Not specified | FOB and CIF | Not specified | Not specified | 2026-08-20 |
| 3 | Refined White Sugar – ICUMSA 45 – Premium Quality | 24 Tons | ICUMSA-45 Class 1 | Chittagong, Bangladesh | CIF | L/C | Not specified | 2026-08-20 |
| 4 | I want to buy Sugar Like Sugar Icumsa. | 200 300 bags | ICUMSA (packaged in 50Kg bags) | India | By Road | To be discussed with sellers | Negotiable | 2026-08-10 |
| 5 | Icumsa 45 Sugar | 50 Tons | ICUMSA 45 | Not specified | FOB | L/C | Not specified | 2026-08-18 |
These are live buying requests; quantities and status can shift as buyers close out.
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1. "Sugar"
"Sugar" requests 12,500 MT of Icumsa 45 on CIF basis to China with payment via DLC and SBLC and a negotiable target price. This combination (large bulk + CIF + documentary standby payment instruments) means the buyer expects the supplier or seller to include freight and insurance in the quote and to accept bank-guaranteed documentary instruments; structure your quotation to show CIF unit price, freight routing, and documentary conditions for DLC/SBLC. This request names Icumsa 45 and ships to China under CIF.
2. Brazilian Sugar (ICUMSA 45)
Brazilian Sugar (ICUMSA 45) asks for approximately 2,700 MT (about 100 x 20-foot containers) packaged in standard export quality bags; the buyer requests FOB and CIF Colombo pricing. This is a containerized order where bag-size specification is a buyer requirement, so suppliers should confirm bag weight and seam/barrier properties in their quote. The request names ICUMSA 45 and prefers containerized shipment; present both FOB and CIF Colombo options per the buyer's ask.
3. Refined White Sugar – ICUMSA 45 – Premium Quality
Refined White Sugar – ICUMSA 45 – Premium Quality requests 24 Tons of ICUMSA‑45 SugarCane for Class 1 category, shipped CIF to Chittagong, Bangladesh, with L/C payment. This small lot with L/C implies a buyer ready to accept formal bank terms for a cross-border CIF shipment; include unit price, CIF routing to Chittagong, and L/C terms in your quote. The request names ICUMSA‑45 and ships to Chittagong under CIF.
4. I want to buy Sugar Like Sugar Icumsa.
I want to buy Sugar Like Sugar Icumsa. asks for 200–300 bags packaged in 50Kg bags delivered by road within India; payment is to be discussed and price is negotiable. This is a small, packaged domestic road shipment: suppliers should confirm local delivery capabilities, minimum order, and lead time. The request names ICUMSA and specifies 50Kg bag packaging and road delivery.
5. Icumsa 45 Sugar
Icumsa 45 Sugar requests 50 Tons under FOB with payment by letter of credit (L/C). The buyer asks suppliers to include unit price, shipping method, and lead time. This mid-size FOB lot requires the seller to quote ex-works or FOB port pricing and be prepared to present L/C-compliant paperwork. This request names Icumsa 45 and specifies FOB trade term and L/C payment.
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Which Sugar Grades and Specifications Buyers Named
| No. | Grade or product | Number Of Requests Match |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ICUMSA 45 | 5 |
| 2 | ICUMSA (packaged in 50Kg bags) | 1 |
| 3 | ICUMSA-45 Class 1 | 1 |
ICUMSA 45 appears in 5 of 5 requests, and it is the dominant grade across this sample, appearing more often than any other labeled spec.
Only some requests carry technical specs beyond grade and packaging. The following distinct technical details are stated (each bullet links the RFQ that names it):
Matching a buyer's stated grade, packaging and shipment figures exactly in your quotation reduces back-and-forth and makes your offer directly comparable to what the buyer requested.
Order Size, Trade Terms & Payment Terms
Order size. Five of five RFQs include a quantity figure. Smallest to largest as given: 200–300 bags (packaged domestic lot), 24 Tons, 50 Tons, 2700 Metric Tons, 12,500 metric tons. Figures with non-comparable units (bags vs metric tons) are not summed or averaged. Segmenting: trial/small packaged (200–300 bags) — I want to buy Sugar Like Sugar Icumsa.; small commercial lots (24–50 Tons) — Refined White Sugar, Icumsa 45 Sugar; large container/bulk (2,700–12,500 MT) — Brazilian Sugar, "Sugar". Responding to each requires matching minimum order, packaging, or bulk shipment capacity.
Trade terms. Five of five RFQs name a trade term: CIF appears in multiple requests (majority), FOB appears in two listings (including a requested FOB and CIF dual option). For the majority CIF requests, quotations should show unit price inclusive of freight and insurance to the named destination. A quote on a different term (e.g., FOB vs CIF) is not directly comparable without recalculation of freight/insurance.
Payment terms. Four of five RFQs name a payment term: L/C appears at least twice, DLC and SBLC are specified for the 12,500 MT CIF request; one asks "to be discussed." One RFQ lists no payment term. Treat the lack of a named payment term as an opening: propose a concrete starting term such as L/C at sight or deposit plus balance against shipping documents.
→ Update your listing to show readiness to accept CIF pricing and L/C payment to match what most buyers requested.
Which RFQs Best Match Your Supply Capability?
Large-volume bulk exporters
Matches: "Sugar" (12,500 metric tons, CIF to China) and Brazilian Sugar (ICUMSA 45) (2,700 MT, containerized). Why: both require bulk export capacity, CIF/FOB pricing options, and export bagging or bulk loading. Ready-to-have: large stock, export-grade packaging, freight forwarder relationships, and capability to accept documentary payment instruments.
Mid-size traders comfortable with L/C
Matches: Icumsa 45 Sugar (50 Tons, FOB, L/C) and Refined White Sugar – ICUMSA 45 – Premium Quality (24 Tons, CIF, L/C). Why: these buyers request formal bank terms for relatively small cross-border shipments. Ready-to-have: L/C-compliant documentation, sample/analysis certificates, and flexible shipping options.
Local packers and last-mile suppliers
Matches: I want to buy Sugar Like Sugar Icumsa. (200–300 x 50Kg bags, road delivery). Why: requires domestic delivery and pack-level handling. Ready-to-have: domestic logistics, bagging in 50Kg units, and small-lot pricing.
