When sourcing sugar in bulk, it’s not just about cost — it’s about choosing the right grade for your end use. At Cavin Resource, we supply both ICUMSA 45 refined sugar and Natural Brown Sugar to clients across the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. But which one is best for your application?
In this blog, we break down the differences between these two sugar types in terms of refinement, flavor, certifications, and use cases — so you can make a smarter buying decision.
Key Differences: Refinement, Flavor, and Color
| Feature | ICUMSA 45 | Brown Sugar |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Brilliant White | Light or Dark Brown |
| Flavor | Odorless, Neutral | Rich, Molasses-Caramel |
| Refinement | Highly Refined (ICUMSA 45) | Unrefined, molasses-retained |
| Solubility | Fast Dissolving | Moderate Dissolution |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months | 18–24 Months (Moisture Controlled) |
ICUMSA 45 is refined to the highest international standards. It’s bright white, odorless, and fully soluble — making it ideal for sensitive applications like beverages and pharmaceuticals.
Brown Sugar, on the other hand, retains natural molasses. It’s ideal for flavor-rich recipes and industrial food processing that benefits from deeper taste and color.
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Use Case Scenarios
✅ ICUMSA 45 Applications
- Soft drinks, syrups, and flavored beverages
- Infant nutrition and dairy-based products
- Pharmaceutical syrups and lozenges
- Food-grade repackaging for retail brands
👉 Explore Our ICUMSA 45 White Refined Sugar
✅ Brown Sugar Applications
- Cookies, cakes, muffins, and sweet pastries
- Breakfast cereals and granola mixes
- Barbecue sauces, marinades, glazes
- Gourmet food and natural product brands
👉 View Our Natural Brown Sugar Range
Certifications & Export Formats
At Cavin Resource, both sugar types are:
✅ ISO 22000 compliant
✅ SGS lab-tested and Certificate of Analysis (COA) ready
✅ HALAL Certified
✅ Packaged in 25kg or 50kg moisture-resistant polypropylene bags
We also offer:
- White-label/OEM packaging for food brands
- Container-load shipping from Malaysia to Asia, Africa, and the Middle East
👉 Learn why Cavin stands out in Top ICUMSA 45 Sugar Exporters in Asia
Request a Sample Pack of Both Products
Still unsure which sugar suits your production line? We offer sample packs of ICUMSA 45 and Natural Brown Sugar for evaluation.
📦 Includes lab analysis, packaging photos, and export readiness documentation.
📩 Contact our export desk today to request samples or get a custom quote for your region.
Make the right choice for your product and your customers. Cavin Resource delivers food-grade sugar you can trust.
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