Product Offerings
Products:
Flours & Starches: Tapioca flour, Tapioca flake, Arrowroot flour, Rice flour, Glutinous rice flour, Crispy rice flour, Banana & fruit premix flour
Sago Pearls: Large sago pearls, Pandan small sago pearls, Small sago seeds
E.T.C. Eaib Tong Chan Co. Ltd. is a Thailand-based manufacturer and exporter of high-quality flours, starches, and sago pearls, serving the food processing, baking, and beverage industries worldwide. With over four decades of experience in cereal and root-based product manufacturing, the company operates under respected heritage brands including Five Stars Fish, Deer Brand, and Tiger Brand.
Brief History
Established in 1977 in Nonthaburi province, E.T.C. Eaib Tong Chan began as a local flour milling operation supplying traditional Thai bakeries and snack producers. Over the years, the company invested in advanced grinding, sifting, and packaging technologies, transforming into a vertically integrated flour and starch producer with strong domestic and export capabilities. Today, E.T.C. is one of the most reliable Thai exporters of tapioca and rice derivatives in the Southeast Asian region.
Core Business
The company’s main operational focus includes:
- Processing of root and grain-based flours and starches
- Production of traditional and flavored sago pearls
- Custom formulation for premixed fruit and dessert flours
- Bulk distribution and private-label export packaging
By maintaining end-to-end quality control, E.T.C. ensures consistent purity, whiteness, granule size, and moisture content in all its product lines.
Product and Service Offerings
Flours & Starches
- Tapioca Flour: High-clarity starch for thickening, gluten-free baking, and frying
- Tapioca Flake: Used in Thai desserts and chewy snacks
- Arrowroot Flour: Light, digestible starch for baby food and puddings
- Rice Flour & Glutinous Rice Flour: Finely milled, used for traditional mochi, dumplings, and steamed desserts
- Crispy Rice Flour: Optimized for batter crispness and low-oil retention
- Banana & Fruit Premix Flour: Custom blends used in fruit cakes and health bars
Sago Pearls
- Large Sago Pearls: Suitable for bubble tea and Thai-style puddings
- Pandan Small Sago Pearls: Infused with aromatic pandan flavor and green coloring
- Small Sago Seeds: Used in beverages and miniature dessert applications
Specialisation and USP
- Heritage Thai Brands: “Five Stars Fish” and “Deer Brand” recognized by traditional markets and international buyers alike
- High-Performance Flours: Known for granule uniformity, crisping efficiency, and extended shelf life
- Customized Blends: Ability to develop premix formulas for export clients based on product usage or cuisine preferences
- Gluten-Free Expertise: All rice and tapioca-based products certified gluten-free and used in celiac-safe product lines
Financial and Operational Insights
Based on operational scale and export activity:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: USD 6–9 million
- Production Output: Over 20,000 metric tons of starches and flours annually
- Export Ratio: 60% export, 40% domestic sales
- Distribution Footprint: More than 30 countries including Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, UAE, and the United States
Shipment and Export Records
Verified through customs data and trade platforms:
- HS Codes: 1106.20 (Flour of roots or tubers), 1903.00 (Tapioca and substitutes), 1103.19 (Cereal flours excluding wheat/rye)
- Annual Export Volume (2022–2023): Over 600 full-container-load (FCL) shipments
- Top Destinations: Singapore, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Australia
Target Market
- B2B Food Processors: Industrial clients in snack, dessert, and noodle manufacturing
- Bakery and Beverage Distributors: Buyers seeking gluten-free flour and sago products
- Retailers and Export Traders: Offering OEM/private label packaging for Thai grocery products
- Specialty Ingredient Importers: Health food brands and clean-label producers
Capabilities
- Milling & Packaging Facility: HACCP-compliant, dust-controlled environments with automated filling
- Private Label Manufacturing: Custom branding, barcode inclusion, nutritional labeling in multiple languages
- Blending Services: Pre-mix creation for dessert kits and specialty flour solutions
- Shelf-Life Assurance: Up to 18 months stability in tropical climates with nitrogen-flushed packaging
Certifications and Compliance
- Thai FDA Registration
- GMP & HACCP Certified Facilities
- HALAL Certified by The Central Islamic Council of Thailand
- Gluten-Free Certification (select SKUs)
- Export Document Support: COA, Health Certificate, Certificate of Origin
Customer Testimonials
“E.T.C. supplies us with consistent, high-grade tapioca flour and sago pearls for our dessert brand. Their shipment accuracy and documentation have made them our go-to Thai supplier.”
— Procurement Director, UAE Food Importer (2023)
“The Crispy Rice Flour gives our fried products the golden color and crunch our customers love. It outperforms local alternatives.”
— Asian Snack Manufacturer, Osaka, Japan (2022)
Major Achievements
- 40+ Years in Continuous Operation in the Thai milling and starch industry
- Global Distribution Network built across 5 continents
- Launch of Flavored Sago Line (Pandan, Mango, and Rose variants) in 2022 for the bubble tea segment
- Trade Expo Participation: Frequent exhibitor at THAIFEX and FHA Singapore
Summary
E.T.C. Eaib Tong Chan Co. Ltd. represents the trusted legacy of Thai flour and starch manufacturing with modern capabilities, global export reach, and an unwavering commitment to ingredient quality. With over 40 years in the market, its versatile product lines and iconic brands continue to support traditional and contemporary food applications worldwide.