Frequently Asked Questions

Our standard MOQ is one 20-foot container, which holds approximately 20 metric tons of edible oil in drums, jerry cans, or flexitank. For first-time buyers looking to evaluate product quality and market fit, we can discuss smaller trial quantities on a case-by-case basis.

We currently export to over 65 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Americas, and the CIS region. Our logistics team has deep experience with import regulations, documentation requirements, and shipping routes to virtually every major edible oil market in the world.

We provide a comprehensive document package including: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L), Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (COA), Health Certificate, Halal Certificate, SGS Inspection Report, Phytosanitary Certificate (where required), and any country-specific documentation required by your market.

Standard lead time is 15–21 working days from order confirmation and L/C receipt to vessel loading. Stock products in our warehouses can ship within 7–10 days. Private label orders require an additional 7–10 days for packaging production and labeling.

Yes, we provide full private label and OEM services including custom bottle and label design, brand printing, shrink sleeves, retail-ready packaging in any size, and complete white-label solutions. Our design and packaging team works with you from concept to finished product.

Absolutely. We provide free product samples for qualified buyers. Samples of 500mL–5L per oil type are shipped via DHL/FedEx within 3–5 business days along with the corresponding Certificate of Analysis. We strongly encourage buyers to test our oil quality before committing to a full container order.

We accept Letter of Credit (L/C) at sight — our preferred method for new buyers. We also offer Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) with standard terms of 30% deposit upon order confirmation and 70% balance against copy of Bill of Lading. Cash Against Documents (CAD) through banks is available for established trading partners.

We take multiple precautions to protect oil quality in transit: every shipment undergoes SGS pre-shipment inspection, containers are inspected for cleanliness and odor-free condition, food-grade flexitanks and liners are used for bulk shipments, and transit insurance is arranged upon request. Our packaging and loading protocols are designed to prevent oxidation, contamination, and leakage throughout the voyage.

Palm oil and soybean oil differ in fatty acid profile, physical state, price, and ideal applications. Palm oil (RBD palm olein) is semi-solid at room temperature (melting point 18–23°C) with a fatty acid profile of approximately 44% palmitic acid (saturated), 39% oleic acid (monounsaturated), and 11% linoleic acid (polyunsaturated). Soybean oil is liquid at room temperature (melting point −16°C) with a higher polyunsaturated content — approximately 54% linoleic acid (omega-6) and 7% alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3), plus 23% oleic and 16% palmitic acid. Key differences: (1) Physical state — palm olein is liquid in warm climates but may cloud or solidify in cold storage; soybean oil stays liquid down to −16°C, making it ideal for refrigerated applications and cold-fill products. (2) Oxidative stability — palm oil has better oxidative stability (lower iodine value 56–65 vs soybean oil 125–135) due to lower polyunsaturated content, giving it a longer frying life and better shelf stability for high-temperature applications. (3) Smoke point — RBD palm olein: 230–240°C; RBD soybean oil: 230–250°C — both are suitable for deep frying. (4) Price — RBD palm oil FOB Bangkok $900–1,050/MT vs soybean oil $1,050–1,200/MT — palm oil is typically 10–15% cheaper. (5) Markets — palm oil dominates the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia; soybean oil is preferred in the Americas, Europe, and East Asia. (6) Nutritional profile — soybean oil has a more favorable omega-3:omega-6 ratio and no trans fats in RBD grade; palm oil contains more saturated fat but is free of trans fats in its non-hydrogenated form. For food manufacturers choosing between palm oil and soybean oil: use palm olein for ambient frying, tropical markets, or cost-sensitive applications; use soybean oil for cold-temperature applications, refrigerated products, or markets preferring lighter polyunsaturated oils. Jit Aree Oil supplies both RBD palm olein and refined soybean oil from Thailand with full documentation and competitive FOB pricing.

Crude Palm Oil (CPO) is unrefined palm oil extracted directly from the mesocarp (flesh) of oil palm fruit. CPO specification: FFA (Free Fatty Acid) ≤5% as oleic acid, Moisture & Impurities ≤0.25%, Iodine Value 50–55 g I₂/100g, Deterioration of Bleachability Index (DOBI) ≥2.5 (higher DOBI = easier to refine), color orange-red (carotene content 500–700 ppm). CPO requires further processing (refining, bleaching, deodorizing — RBD process) before food use. RBD Palm Oil (Refined, Bleached, Deodorized) is food-grade: FFA ≤0.1%, Moisture ≤0.1%, color 3.0 Red Lovibond max, neutral flavor and odor, iodine value 50–55. Key uses: CPO — sold to refineries and oleochemical plants; RBD Palm Oil — direct use in food manufacturing, frying, margarine, confectionery. CPO price is typically $70–120/MT below RBD palm oil due to refining costs. Jit Aree Oil supplies RBD palm olein (food-grade, liquid fraction suitable for frying and cooking) and PFAD (Palm Fatty Acid Distillate / Palm FFA 70%) for industrial applications. Contact us for CPO sourcing, specifications, and FOB Bangkok pricing.