Thanakorn Vegetable Oil Products Co., Ltd., operating under the flagship brand COOK, is one of Thailand’s leading producers of refined vegetable oils and soybean-based animal feed ingredients. Headquartered in Phra Samut Chedi, Samut Prakan, the company has been a cornerstone of Thailand’s oilseed processing and agri-industrial sector since its establishment in 1974.
Core Business Operations
Thanakorn operates fully integrated facilities that cover oilseed crushing, refining, bottling, and by-product utilization. The company specializes in processing soybeans and other oilseeds into both human-grade oils and nutritional animal feed components, serving customers in retail, foodservice, industrial manufacturing, and agribusiness.
Product and Service Offerings
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Vegetable Oils (Refined, Edible Grade):
- Refined Soybean Oil
- Refined Sunflower Oil
- Refined Canola Oil
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Animal Feed Ingredients:
- Soybean Meal (Local, Imported, Dehulled, Full-Fat)
- Sunflower Seed Meal
- Crude Degummed Soybean Oil
- Soybean Hull
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Lecithin:
- Feed-Grade: Leci-Max®
- Food-Grade: Leci-Preme®
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By-products:
- Acid Oil
- Deodorizer Distillates (DOD)
All products are developed to comply with both domestic and international food/feed safety standards.
Specialization and Core USP
- High-Capacity Production: Equipped to process over 1,000 tons of soybeans daily.
- End-to-End Traceability: Full control over raw material import, processing, refining, and distribution.
- Diverse Market Reach: Supplies to major retail chains, food manufacturers, and feed producers domestically and in export markets.
- Proprietary Formulations: Lecithin lines (Leci-Max® and Leci-Preme®) cater to niche food and feed applications.
Financial Overview
While the company operates as a private entity, its long-standing market presence and extensive operations suggest robust financial health:
- Estimated annual revenues exceed THB 5 billion (~USD 145 million).
- Strong domestic sales through the COOK brand and bulk exports of feed-grade soybean derivatives.
- Diversified revenue streams from edible oil, industrial lecithin, and agricultural by-products.
Shipment and Export Records
Thanakorn Vegetable Oil exports its products across Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Europe:
- Regular shipments of crude soybean oil and soybean meal to Vietnam, India, Bangladesh, and Indonesia.
- Export volume of over 100,000 metric tons/year for oil and meal combined.
- Participation in bulk shipment and containerized trade through Laem Chabang Port.
Target Markets
- Edible oil bottlers and private label partners
- Animal feed mills and livestock farms
- Bakery, confectionery, and snack manufacturers
- B2B oil and lecithin buyers in international food and nutrition sectors
Manufacturing and Technical Capabilities
- State-of-the-art oilseed processing facility in Samut Prakan
- In-house laboratories for QA/QC and formulation support
- Steam deodorization, vacuum drying, and enzymatic degumming systems
- ISO-class packaging systems for retail and industrial oil products
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 9001: Quality Management System
- ISO 22000 / HACCP: Food Safety Management System
- GMP: Good Manufacturing Practice
- Halal & Kosher certifications for food-grade oils and lecithin
- Thai FDA approved for domestic and export markets
Customer Feedback
COOK brand vegetable oils are well-regarded for:
- Clarity, neutral taste, and high smoke points
- Reliable supply and competitive pricing
- Long shelf life and packaging durability
- Technical support for B2B and industrial applications
Major Achievements
- Over 45 years of uninterrupted operations in Thailand’s edible oil sector
- Successful launch and nationwide penetration of the COOK brand
- Developed proprietary lecithin formulations tailored for pet food and livestock nutrition
- Key supplier to government food programs and multinational food companies
Thanakorn Vegetable Oil Products Co., Ltd. continues to lead the way in Thailand’s agri-industrial sector, combining advanced processing technologies, nutritional science, and sustainable practices to deliver value across the food and feed value chains.
