Sunsweet Public Company Limited, based in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is one of Southeast Asia’s leading manufacturers and exporters of processed agricultural products. Renowned globally for its premium canned and frozen sweet corn under the flagship brand KC, the company has diversified its portfolio into ready-to-eat meals and other high-demand agri-food products, earning a solid reputation for innovation, quality, and traceability.
Company Overview
Founded in 1997 and listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) since 2017, Sunsweet Public Company Limited has grown from a regional canned food producer into a globally recognized supplier of processed food products. With vertically integrated operations and state-of-the-art processing facilities, Sunsweet ensures total quality control from farm to shelf.
Core Business
The company's core product categories include:
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Processed Sweet Corn:
- Canned Sweet Corn (5 oz to 108 oz)
- Creamed Corn
- Frozen Corn in various formats: kernel, cut, cob
- Grilled and Multi-cut Corn Cobs
- Corn in innovative packaging: Aluminum Pouch and Tetra Recart (200g, 340g, 390g)
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Ready-to-Eat Products:
- Grilled Japanese and Purple Sweet Potatoes
- Boiled Tiger Peanut, Steamed Banana, Grilled Pumpkin
- Multi-grain and bean mixes
- Traditional Thai desserts (Sticky Rice with Banana, Dried Banana Stick)
- Fruit-based ready-to-eat snacks and meals
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Other Agricultural Products:
- Fresh Onions, Tapioca Starch, Pineapple, Lychee, Mango, Rice (Thai Jasmine)
- Cooking Oils: Corn Oil, Sunflower Oil
- Coconut Products: Cream, Milk, and Water
Product Specialization and USP
Sunsweet’s unique strengths include:
- Comprehensive Corn Solutions: Offering the most diverse corn formats in Southeast Asia
- Tetra Recart Packaging Technology: One of the few companies in the region using this sustainable and shelf-stable packaging
- Integrated Farming Network: Working with over 500 contract farmers under GAP-certified farming protocols
- Strong R&D Capabilities: Ability to develop customized products for foodservice and private label
The KC brand is known in over 40 countries for its consistent quality, shelf stability, and consumer-ready convenience.
Financial Strength
As a publicly listed company:
- Annual Revenue (2023): THB 2.7 billion (~USD 76 million)
- Net Profit (2023): THB 160 million (~USD 4.5 million)
- Export Contribution: ~65% of total sales
- Key Export Markets: Japan, South Korea, USA, Australia, EU (Germany, Netherlands), China, and Middle East
Sunsweet demonstrates consistent profitability, healthy margins, and year-over-year revenue growth, driven by value-added product lines.
Shipment and Export Data
According to customs and export records:
- Annual Export Volume: ~1,000+ containers
- Key Port Destinations: Tokyo, Busan, Rotterdam, Los Angeles, Dubai
- Top-Selling SKUs:
- Canned Sweet Corn (15 oz)
- Grilled Japanese Sweet Potato
- Tetra Recart Sweet Corn
Sunsweet has also built strong partnerships with international retail chains and food manufacturers through private label contracts.
Target Markets
Sunsweet targets:
- Retail Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Foodservice Distributors
- Health Food Chains
- Private Label Clients
- Importers of Convenience & Ethnic Food Products
The company aligns with global trends favoring plant-based, ready-to-eat, and preservative-free foods.
Capabilities
- Processing Capacity: 400+ tons/day
- Tetra Recart Line: One of Thailand’s few large-scale facilities
- Cold Storage: 10,000+ tons capacity
- Fully Integrated Supply Chain: From seed R&D to farming to global logistics
- OEM/Private Label: Active in more than 15 markets with custom solutions
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
- BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
- GMP and HACCP Certified
- HALAL Certification
- Kosher Certification
- Thailand Trust Mark
- US FDA and EU-compliant
These ensure their eligibility across high-standard regulatory regions.
Customer Testimonials
“Sunsweet’s KC corn delivers consistent quality and excellent shelf life. Our clients in the Middle East love the grilled corn options.”
— Omar K., Importer, UAE
“The variety of packaging formats, especially Tetra Recart, sets Sunsweet apart in convenience and sustainability.”
— Emily R., Sourcing Director, European Retail Chain
Major Achievements
- Thailand Prime Minister’s Export Award (2022)
- Top 5 Thai Agri-Food Exporter by Volume (2023)
- Expanded into 10 new markets in 2023, including Canada and South Africa
- Launch of low-sodium canned corn line under the KC Health+ sub-brand
- Increased capacity by 20% through new automated lines in Q2 2024
Sunsweet Public Company Limited exemplifies the strength of Thailand’s value-added agricultural sector, offering premium, traceable, and innovative food solutions for the global market.
