Chiangrai Agro-Industry Co., Ltd., operating under the brand HC Group, is a Thailand-based diversified manufacturer and global exporter of agricultural commodities, food products, chemicals, and industrial goods. Strategically located in Chiang Rai, the company leverages Thailand's rich agricultural resources to deliver high-quality, competitively priced products across a wide international market.
Core Business
HC Group’s operations are structured around a multi-industry supply chain with core competencies in:
- Agricultural products and animal feed
- Processed food products
- Edible and industrial oils
- Chemicals and petrochemicals
- Paper products and biomass fuels
The company serves a wide spectrum of clientele, including food processors, wholesalers, manufacturers, retailers, and industrial procurement agencies.
Product and Service Offerings
Chiangrai Agro-Industry's extensive product portfolio is segmented into five major categories:
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Agricultural Products:
- Thai White and Jasmine Rice
- Yellow Corn
- Fresh Garlic and Ginger
- Spices
- Animal Feed (e.g., maize-based)
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Food Products:
- Pickled Ginger (bulk and retail pack)
- Frozen Chicken (whole, cuts)
- Chicken Eggs (bulk exports)
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Oils & Chemicals:
- Vegetable Cooking Oil, Sunflower Oil
- Used Cooking Oil for biofuel
- Urea Fertilizer
- ICUMSA 45 Refined White Sugar
- Crude and Refined Glycerin
- Caustic Soda, Paraffin Wax, Crude Naphthalene
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Paper Products:
- A4 Copy Paper
- Double A Copy Paper
- Branded and OEM packaging options available
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Biomass and Miscellaneous:
- Natural Hardwood Charcoal
- Briquettes and Wood Pellets
- White Spirit
- Wheat, Dry Fruits
These offerings support both consumer and industrial markets and meet the procurement needs of importers in over 30 countries.
Specialization and Unique Strengths
- Diversified Export Capabilities: HC Group’s unique strength lies in its ability to handle large-scale procurement across different product categories with logistical efficiency.
- Bulk and Private Label Services: OEM/ODM options across food, chemical, and paper products.
- Global Compliance and Documentation: Expertise in handling sanitary, phytosanitary, and chemical compliance certifications for international trade.
Financial and Export Performance
While the company does not publicly disclose audited financial statements, trade intelligence and global shipment platforms (e.g., Volza, ImportYeti) indicate:
- Estimated Export Volume: Over 1,200 containers per year across multiple product categories.
- Top Export Destinations: China, India, Malaysia, UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, Ghana, Kenya, and Germany.
- Primary Products by Volume:
- Thai Rice (over 15,000 MT/year)
- Pickled Ginger (5,000 MT/year)
- Cooking Oils (3,000 MT/year)
- A4 Copy Paper (500+ tons/year)
Their agility in product diversification and volume scalability makes HC Group a preferred vendor for large buyers globally.
Target Market
HC Group caters to:
- Wholesalers and Importers in food, chemical, and agricultural supply chains
- HORECA distributors
- Government procurement contracts
- Industrial and biofuel companies
- Supermarket and retail chains (via white label food products)
Their ability to consolidate shipments across categories reduces procurement complexity and costs for international buyers.
Capabilities
- Warehousing & Cold Storage: Facilities in Northern Thailand and Bangkok to manage both ambient and frozen goods.
- Packaging and Labeling: Capability for multilingual packaging, barcode integration, and FSC-certified materials.
- Logistics Management: End-to-end shipping documentation, certificate of origin, health certificates, and B/L issuance.
Certifications and Compliance
HC Group adheres to multiple international standards, including:
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)
- Thailand FDA Registration
- HALAL Certification
- ISO 9001 (for selected product lines)
- Phytosanitary Certificates for agricultural goods
- MSDS and COA for chemicals
These ensure compliance with import requirements in over 50 global destinations.
Customer Testimonials
“HC Group has been a reliable partner for three years. Their ability to provide consolidated containers of food and chemicals helps streamline our sourcing.”
— Procurement Director, UAE-based Trading Group
“The rice and pickled ginger shipments are consistently high quality. Documentation and export processes are flawless.”
— Importer, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Major Achievements
- Annual Export Turnover Exceeding THB 500 Million across all categories.
- Participated in THAIFEX – Anuga Asia, China-ASEAN Expo, and Gulfood Dubai.
- Awarded Thailand Trusted Quality Supplier Badge by DITP.
- Developed a proprietary traceability program for pickled ginger and rice exports.
- Selected as preferred vendor for multiple government food aid tenders in Africa and South Asia.
Chiangrai Agro-Industry Co., Ltd. continues to strengthen its global presence with a focus on operational excellence, product diversification, and unwavering commitment to quality in food and industrial supply chains.
