Sunwhale Exports is a sustainable tableware exporter from India — supplying export-grade areca leaf plates and bagasse food packaging across 30+ Areca SKUs & 20+ Bagasse SKUs. Manufactured through approved production partners for EU and UAE markets.
Supplying importers, distributors, HoReCa suppliers, and private label brands globally.
We operate as a merchant exporter connecting global buyers with reliable Indian manufacturing partners while managing compliance, documentation, and export execution.
PFAS Tested (Reports on Request)Certified Facilities (ISO · BRCGS · SEDEX — Varies by Product)EU Food Contact Compliance Aligned (per SKU)Familiar with India–UAE CEPA Framework
MOQ starts from 50 boxes per SKU·Mixed container loads supported·30–40 day lead time
About Sunwhale Exports
Where Nature Meets Global Trade.
India grows areca palms across millions of acres. Sugarcane bagasse is produced by the billion tonnes every harvest season.
Sunwhale Exports was built to bridge that gap — connecting the manufacturing expertise already present in India with the compliance expectations and supply needs of international buyers in the UAE, European Union, and beyond.
We handle everything between the factory and the buyer: documentation, compliance coordination, sampling, quality oversight, and container-level logistics — so our partners can focus on what matters to them.
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Global Alignment
Aligned with global sustainable packaging transition and plastic reduction policies
Consolidate sustainable tableware procurement under one reliable export partner — with unified documentation, competitive FCL pricing, and consistent quality assurance.
Areca Palm Leaf
Square Plate — Natural · Zero Chemical
Bagasse Moulded Fibre
Meal Tray — Stackable · Microwave-Safe
Areca Palm Leaf
Square Plate — Natural · Zero Chemical
PFAS Tested (Reports on Request)· TÜV India LC-MS/MS
Natural · Biodegradable · Compostable
Areca Palm Leaf Tableware
Naturally fallen areca palm leaf sheaths — heat-pressed into elegant, zero-chemical tableware. Rated −20°C to 140°C. 2× thicker wall than moulded bagasse. Premium rigid feel for HoReCa, airline catering and retail.
−20°C to 140°COven SafeLFGB PassedEU DoC Issued60-Day Compostable
Round PlatesSquare PlatesCompartment PlatesBowlsTraysContainer with Lid
Pricing shared based on SKU, volume, and delivery terms · MOQ 50 boxes/SKU
Bagasse Moulded Fibre
Meal Tray — Stackable · Microwave-Safe
Advanced Robotic Bagasse Manufacturing Facility
Moulded Fibre · Stackable · Microwave-Safe
Bagasse Moulded Fibre Tableware
Precision-moulded from sugarcane bagasse — uniform, stackable tableware with excellent oil and moisture resistance. Produced using advanced robotic technology ensuring consistent quality at scale. Microwave-safe, −20°C to 140°C rated.
Microwave SafeBRCGS Grade A Facility19 PFAS Compounds TestedEU 2020/1245
Direct purchase for regional import programmes with structured container-based supply and full export documentation.
FOB · CIF · Mixed SKU
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HoReCa Suppliers
Hotels, restaurants, and catering operations seeking certified sustainable tableware for premium dining and delivery.
Plates · Bowls · Trays
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Retail Eco Brands
Full OEM / private label production under buyer brand with complete compliance documentation and retail-ready packaging.
Custom Branding · 40–50 Days
Why Partner With Us
The Sunwhale Advantage
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Dedicated Export Partner
You work directly with our export team — single point of contact from inquiry to delivery. Pricing transparency, accountability, and structured execution every time.
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7-Day Sample Dispatch
Curated sample kits dispatched within 7 business days — courier costs covered for qualified trade inquiries in UAE and EU markets.
Kit includes representative areca and bagasse SKUs, full spec sheet, and test report copies — packed in branded carton.
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Export-Ready Documentation
Bill of Lading, CoO, phytosanitary certificates, EU Declaration of Compliance, PFAS test reports — complete documentation package, pre-shipment review.
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Private Label & OEM
Custom branding, branded packaging, and tailored SKU development. Both product lines available under buyer brand with full documentation support.
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Dual-Port Capability
Mangalore and Mundra ports — category-aligned routing for areca and bagasse lines. Optimised freight, reliable sailing schedules for EU and UAE buyers.
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Regulatory Alignment
Products designed to align with EU SUPD · PPWR · LFGB · FDA · PFAS restrictions · CSRD support. Documentation shared based on destination-market compliance frameworks.
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Communication is Our Pillar
Great trade relationships are built on clarity, not just contracts. Every inquiry receives a structured response within 2 business days — with transparent updates at every stage from sampling through to shipment.
🇮🇳Made in India · China+1 Alternative
India Origin Advantage
Strategic Supply. India-Origin Verified.
With Chinese suppliers facing significant import tariffs and growing supply chain scrutiny across EU procurement, India has emerged as the preferred alternative source for sustainable tableware.
Sunwhale Exports offers full India-origin documentation and is familiar with the India–UAE CEPA trade framework, which may offer preferential duty benefits for Gulf buyers — making our products a cost-competitive choice for importers diversifying from China-sourced supply.
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Certificate of Origin
IEC-verified export records. Full India-origin documentation available with every shipment.
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India–UAE CEPA Trade Framework
Familiar with the India–UAE CEPA framework, which may offer preferential duty benefits. Buyers advised to confirm applicable benefits with their customs advisor.
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No US Tariff Exposure
India-origin goods not subject to current US-China tariff regimes. Ideal for buyers actively diversifying supply chains.
Manufacturing Transparency
See How Our Products Are Made
Real production processes from our partner facilities ensuring quality, scalability, and export readiness.
Areca Palm Leaf Tableware Production
Naturally fallen areca palm leaf sheaths cleaned and heat-pressed into biodegradable tableware — zero chemicals, zero additives. Partner facility near NMPT Mangalore.
Bagasse Moulded Fibre Manufacturing
Advanced robotic bagasse moulded fibre manufacturing facility — scalable capacity based on buyer requirements, 250km from Mundra Port. Consistent quality for container-scale export orders.
We work with dedicated manufacturing partners for each product category, ensuring consistent quality, compliance alignment, and reliable export supply.
How We Work
Our 5-Step Export Supply Model
A structured, transparent process designed to eliminate friction and accelerate your procurement cycle.
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Inquiry & SKU Consultation
Our trade team aligns suitable SKUs, MOQs, and specifications to your requirements.
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Sample Dispatch (7 Days)
Curated physical samples shipped within 7 business days. Courier costs covered.
6-stage quality protocol — raw material to lot-coded traceability. Pre-shipment docs available.
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Export & Documentation
Complete documentation. Cargo loaded at Mangalore or Mundra per buyer preference.
Bharath
Founder & Export Director — Sunwhale Exports
Founder's Message
Built to Bridge a Real Gap in Global Trade.
Sustainable packaging is not a new idea. What is rare is finding a supplier who delivers it reliably — with the right documentation, the right consistency, and the right communication.
That gap is why Sunwhale exists.
International buyers kept running into the same problem: manufacturers focused on price and production, while compliance, consistency, and buyer expectations fell through. Deals broke not on product quality — but on documentation gaps, missed specs, and poor communication.
At Sunwhale, we built around that gap. Every order we work on is held to one standard: what is promised is exactly what is delivered — in quality, in specs, and in paperwork.
We are currently building the supplier depth and buyer relationships to scale this the right way — with partners who value long-term reliability over one-time transactions.
We supply export-grade areca palm leaf and bagasse moulded fibre tableware — plates, bowls, trays, clamshells, compartment plates, and takeaway containers. 30+ areca SKUs and 20+ bagasse SKUs available. Both lines available for Private Label / OEM production.
Areca: Naturally fallen palm leaf sheaths — heat-pressed with natural grain texture. Premium rigid feel, 2× thicker than bagasse, ideal for HoReCa, airline catering, premium retail. FOB Mangalore. Bagasse: Precision-moulded from sugarcane fibre — uniform, stackable, microwave-safe. Produced using advanced robotic manufacturing. Ideal for QSR, institutional catering, delivery. FOB Mundra.
Yes. Both lines are 100% biodegradable, compostable, and plastic-free. Areca decomposes within 60 days under standard composting. PFAS tested — areca: all 12 PFAS compounds below LOQ (TÜV India); bagasse: all 19 PFAS compounds tested (SGS/Cotecna). Test reports available on request. Zero synthetic binders, zero chemical coatings.
Documentation package includes: EU Declaration of Compliance per Regulation (EC) 1935/2004, PFAS test reports, TÜV India lab reports (LFGB, FDA, RoHS, EN 13130, Chemical Safety), ISO 9001 & 14001 certificates, BRCGS Grade A, SEDEX Supplier Plus, ZED Silver, Certificate of Origin. All available on request during buyer evaluation.
MOQ is 50 boxes per SKU. Mixed-SKU containers are fully supported — consolidate multiple SKUs into a single 20ft or 40ft HC container. Container-based orders offer optimal pricing. No single-SKU minimum per container for first orders on bagasse range.
Yes. Both areca and bagasse lines available for Private Label and OEM production. Custom retail stickers, branded master cartons, full artwork management. Artwork accepted in AI, EPS, or PDF. Lead time 40–50 days from artwork approval and confirmed deposit. Custom laser engraving available on areca plates.
Standard payment terms: 30% advance + 70% against Bill of Lading copy. Negotiable for repeat orders and established importer relationships. Production lead time: 30–40 days from order confirmation. Private label: 40–50 days from artwork approval. Sample dispatch: within 7 working days.
Ready to Source at Scale?
Start Your Bulk Supply Inquiry
Share your product requirements, target market, and volumes — our export team will respond within 2 business days with pricing, documentation, and a sample offer.
