Top 5 Active Sugar RFQs in United States -- Buyer Demand Snapshot

Top 5 Sugar buying requests in United States are currently active and drawn from Freshdi’s quality-vetted RFQ pool; five live listings are visible as of August 21, 2026. These requests name Icumsa 45 repeatedly, span sample-to-millions-of-tons quantities, and include CIF, FOB and other trade terms that dictate how quotations must present freight and insurance. Freshdi lists the buyer intent and verification flags that suppliers need to evaluate before quoting.

Key Takeaways

• 174 active RFQs are recorded for United States sugar sourcing on the platform (Active United States RFQs = 174).
• At least 5 distinct buyers are behind the five highlighted RFQs; among the buyers shown, 5 carry a verified-buyer badge and trust ratings range from 1.0 to 4.7 where present.
• Icumsa 45 is the most-named grade/product across the five RFQs; it appears in all 5 requests.
• All five RFQs state a trade term and all five state a payment term in some form; when buyers leave terms open, propose terms in your first reply rather than waiting for the buyer to specify.
• Among RFQs that state a trade term, CIF is the single most-requested term (appearing as CIF or as part of a CIF/FOB option), and the most frequently named destination is the United States (Port Of Miami and generic United States entries named).
• Demand splits entirely around Icumsa 45 requests but varies by quantity and packaging—from 1 forty-foot container to multi-million metric-ton requests—so suppliers should match capacity and packaging capability to the specific RFQ.

Scope: These figures describe Sugar buying requests posted on Freshdi by United States-based buyers as of August 21, 2026, and record stated buyer intent on this single platform only.

Sugar Buyer Demand in United States at a Glance

Overall snapshot: 174 active United States sugar RFQs with a median quantity of 10,000,000 KG indicate a mixture of very large bulk requirements alongside small-lot and container orders. Most active requests name Icumsa 45; packaging requests include 25kg/50kg bags and 50lb bags in specific listings. Certificates are seldom named in these five highlighted RFQs, so suppliers who hold internationally recognized food-safety or phytosanitary certificates should mention them up front.

Top 5 Sugar RFQs in United States

top 5 Sugar buying requests in United States — comparison of the five live listings below.

These are live buying requests; quantities and status can shift as buyers close orders.

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1. Sugar Like Icumsa 45.

Sugar Like Icumsa 45. requests 25,000 to 100,000 metric tons of Icumsa 45 and lists a target price of $840 per metric ton, shipping to Port Of Miami under OTG with an L/C or T/T payment. This combination (OTG trade term plus L/C/T/T payment) means the buyer expects sellers to quote freight to the named port and offer bank-backed payment options; include CIF/CIF-equivalent freight routing and how your L/C Issuance works. This request names Icumsa 45 and ships to Port Of Miami under OTG.

2. Sugar Icumsa 45.

Sugar Icumsa 45. requires 15,000 metric tons on CIF with TT payment (40% against document). Suppliers should prepare CIF quotes including freight and insurance and a clear documentary collection plan explaining how 40% against document will be handled. This request names Icumsa 45 and ships to Mombasa, Kenya under CIF.

3. sugar like Icumsa 45.

sugar like Icumsa 45. asks for one forty-foot container of Icumsa 45 packaged in 50lb bags on FOB with wire transfer payment (Net15/Net30). This is a small-lot, near-term shipment suitable for suppliers who can pack into retail bags and load under FOB terms. This request names Icumsa 45 and ships to a United States destination under FOB.

4. Sugar Like Icumsa 45.

Sugar Like Icumsa 45. lists 2,000,000 metric tons with CIF or FOB options and packaging choices of 25kg or 50kg. This is a bulk sourcing requirement where suppliers must demonstrate sustained production, export packing, and the ability to handle CIF logistics or FOB loading at origin. This request names Icumsa 45 and ships ASWP to the United States under CIF or FOB.

5. Sugar Like Icumsa 45.

Sugar Like Icumsa 45. asks for 300,000 tons monthly on CIF with DLC payment and lists China as the destination port. This implies a recurring-supply relationship and a buyer prepared to use documentary letters of credit; suppliers should show monthly shipping schedules and confirm DLC acceptance. This request names Icumsa 45 and ships to China under CIF.

Which Sugar Grades and Specifications Buyers Named

Icumsa 45 appears in 5 of 5 requests, making it the dominant grade across these RFQs. Icumsa 45 appears in 5 of 5 requests, 5 times as often as the next most-specific packaging note. If your listing does not include Icumsa 45, buyers are unlikely to match your product automatically; add Icumsa 45 to your catalog or specify an equivalent grade and the tested ICUMSA value when you reply.

Technical specs: only some requests carry detailed specs. The following distinct specs appear (each linked to the RFQ that states it):

• Packaging: 50lb bags requested in sugar like Icumsa 45.
• Packaging options: 25kg or 50kg bags in Sugar Like Icumsa 45.
• Target price: $840 per metric ton stated in Sugar Like Icumsa 45.
• Monthly volume frequency: 300,000 tons monthly in Sugar Like Icumsa 45.

Matching a buyer's stated figures exactly in a quotation reduces back-and-forth and increases the chance your offer will be compared like-for-like.

Order Size, Trade Terms & Payment Terms

Order size. All 5 RFQs include a quantity figure. Smallest-to-largest as given: 1 fortyfoot container (sugar like Icumsa 45.), 15,000 metric tons (Sugar Icumsa 45.), 25,000–100,000 metric tons range (Sugar Like Icumsa 45.), 300,000 tons monthly (Sugar Like Icumsa 45.), up to 2,000,000 metric tons (Sugar Like Icumsa 45.). Grouped segments: container/sample (sugar like Icumsa 45.); small-to-mid bulk (15,000–100,000 t listings); large/repeat bulk (300,000 monthly to multi-million t). Responding requires matching packing for container orders and export capacity and logistics planning for bulk orders.

Trade terms. Five RFQs name a trade term: CIF appears in at least three listings (explicit CIF or CIF/FOB options), FOB appears in two (explicit FOB or CIF/FOB option), and one lists OTG. A majority CIF presence implies quotations should include freight and insurance to the buyer’s named port to be directly comparable.

Payment terms. All five RFQs include payment terms: L/C or T/T, TT with 40% against document, Wire Transfer Net15/30, DLC. Notable variants: 40% against document (documentary collection detail) and DLC (documentary letter of credit). None leave payment entirely blank; when buyers leave terms open in other RFQs, propose a standard starting term such as L/C at sight or deposit plus balance against shipping documents.

→ Add CIF pricing and an L/C option to your listing so matching buyers see comparable offers.

Which RFQs Best Match Your Supply Capability?

Large-Volume Orders

Included RFQs: Sugar Like Icumsa 45., Sugar Like Icumsa 45., Sugar Like Icumsa 45.. Why: quantities from 100,000s to millions of tons and monthly volume requests. What to have ready: proof of export capacity, sample certificates, bank references, and the ability to accept CIF or DLC/L/C terms.

Small-Lot & Container Orders

Included RFQs: sugar like Icumsa 45.. Why: single forty-foot container, packaged in 50lb bags. What to have ready: retail packing capability, quick lead time, FOB loading confirmation, and wire-transfer payment structure.

Document-Sensitive or Banked Payment Orders

Included RFQs: Sugar Icumsa 45., Sugar Like Icumsa 45.. Why: TT with 40% against document, L/C options, DLCs listed. What to have ready: clear documentary procedures, sample shipping documents, and a bank that can issue/confirm L/Cs or DLCs.

FAQ

How can I see full buyer contact details for these Sugar RFQs?

Buyers’ contact details are gated; suppliers must unlock each buyer on Freshdi to view emails, phone numbers, and submit quotations. Unlocking also reveals any additional documents the buyer uploaded.

What does a verified-buyer badge mean here?

A verified-buyer flag in the RFQ metadata indicates the buyer completed Freshdi’s verification steps; it increases confidence but does not guarantee payment performance. Check the buyer’s stated payment term (L/C, TT, DLC) and ask for standard bank references when considering large-volume deals.

How does RFQ status and expiry work on Freshdi?

RFQs remain live until the buyer closes them or the posted expiration date (if any). The posted timestamps above are when the requests were created; quantities and status can change, so confirm availability and lead time before quoting.

What does I should include in my quotation to be compared directly with other offers?

Include the exact trade term (CIF/FOB/OTG), the payment term you accept (L/C, TT, DLC, with documentary details), clear packing and shipment schedule, and an explicit unit price when the RFQ asks for it (e.g., $ 840 per metric ton). For CIF requests, show freight and insurance breakdowns so buyers can compare like-for-like.

How do I respond if I only sell a different grade than Icumsa 45?

State the tested ICUMSA value and provide a lab certificate; explain equivalence or offer to blend to meet Icumsa 45 if possible. The primary keyword appears in these RFQs context: top 5 Sugar buying requests in United States emphasize Icumsa 45, so listing that grade improves match rates. To act now, unlock buyer details and submit a quotation for these Sugar RFQs on Freshdi.