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Confirel Co., Ltd. is a pioneering Cambodian agri-food enterprise committed to the promotion and preservation of the country’s agricultural biodiversity, traditional products, and rural livelihoods. Headquartered in Phnom Penh, Confirel is known for transforming Cambodia’s heritage crops such as Kampot pepper and palm sugar into high-value, export-ready consumer goods under multiple award-winning brands.

Core Business

Confirel operates across multiple food and beverage verticals:

• Manufacturing and Export of Agro-processed Goods
• Organic and Fair Trade Certified Product Development
• Value Addition for Cambodian Heritage Crops
• Private Label and OEM Production for Global Buyers

Its operations integrate local sourcing from farmers with international-standard production techniques, ensuring traceability and sustainability.

Product and Service Offerings

• Palm Sugar Products (under the Thnot brand):

  • Organic Crystallized Palm Sugar
  • Palm Sugar Syrup
  • Palm Sugar Paste and Candies

• Kampot Pepper Products (under the Kirum brand):

  • Black, Red, and White Kampot Pepper
  • Kampot Pepper Sauce and Pepper-Infused Condiments

• Herbal Teas:

  • Kampot Pepper Tea
  • Moringa, Jasmine, Lemongrass, and Ginger Infusions

• Beverages:

  • Jaya Palm Spirit
  • Kirel Ginger Wine, Original Wine, and Sparkling Wine
  • Mekong Wine Collection

• Functional Foods:

  • KEM Probiotic Drinks

• Condiments and Vinegars:

  • Palm Vinegar and Kampot Pepper Vinegar

• Natural Snacks:

  • Dried Mango Chips
  • Mango Fruit Rolls
  • Candied Tamarind and Ginger

Specialization and Core USP

Confirel’s core strength lies in its integrated value chain and commitment to Cambodian cultural preservation through agri-business:

• Certified Organic and Fair Trade Supply Chains
• GMP and HACCP Certified Production Facility
• First company to internationally brand Cambodian palm sugar and Kampot pepper
• In-house R&D and Innovation Labs for functional foods and value-added exports

Financials

Though privately held, the company has shared key business metrics via trade fair presentations and NGO collaborations:

• Estimated Annual Revenue (2023): USD 3–4 million
• Export Share of Revenue: Over 70%
• Top Performing SKUs: Kampot Pepper, Organic Palm Sugar, Jaya Palm Spirit
• Revenue Growth: 25–30% CAGR over the last 5 years

Shipment and Export Records

Trade data and Confirel’s public partnerships indicate:

• Key Export Markets: France, Germany, Japan, South Korea, USA, and ASEAN countries
• Export Certifications: EU Organic, USDA Organic, ECOCERT, Fair Trade
• Shipment Volume (2023): Estimated 300–350 metric tons of finished goods
• Distribution Channels: Organic food distributors, gourmet retailers, e-commerce platforms, and fair-trade importers

Target Market

• Ethical and Organic Product Consumers
• Specialty Retailers and Organic Chains
• Hospitality and Gourmet Brands Seeking Heritage Ingredients
• Private Label and Importers of Fair Trade Commodities

Capabilities

• Integrated Farmer Network: Over 200 smallholder farmers trained in organic farming
• Certified Processing Facility: Located in Phnom Penh with full traceability systems
• Custom Formulation for International Markets: Adapts Kampot pepper, palm sugar, and teas to global flavor profiles
• OEM Production: For boutique wellness and gourmet brands in EU, USA, and Asia

Certifications and Compliance

• ECOCERT Organic Certification
• USDA Organic
• EU Organic Certification
• Fair Trade Certification
• HACCP and GMP Compliance
• Geographical Indication (GI) Certification for Kampot Pepper and Thnot Palm Sugar

Customer Testimonials

Feedback sourced from online reviews, NGO partners, and export clients:

• “Confirel offers the finest Kampot pepper we’ve sourced, with unmatched quality and fair-trade assurance.” – French organic foods importer
• “Their commitment to biodiversity and product innovation is truly impressive.” – German food distributor
• “A model for ethical business in Southeast Asia.” – NGO partner on rural development project

Major Achievements

• First to Commercialize Cambodian Palm Sugar under the Thnot brand
• Pioneer in Kampot Pepper Branding for Export Markets
• Winner of ASEAN Business Awards for Inclusive Business Model
• Featured at SIAL, BIOFACH, and Natural & Organic Products Europe
• Sustainability Recognition: Integrated biodiversity and rural empowerment in corporate model

Confirel Co., Ltd. exemplifies sustainable agribusiness in Cambodia, combining heritage preservation with modern innovation to deliver unique, high-value, and ethically produced products to global consumers.