TS2 Refined Sugar — Industrial-Grade Specification
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Executive Summary
TS2 refined white sugar is the industrial-grade specification defined by the Turkish Standards Institution (TSE) under TSE TS 251/1995. It is produced for food processing, alcohol and ethanol fermentation, and chemical applications where process-grade purity matters more than premium appearance. TS2 carries slightly relaxed limits compared to TS1 — polarization ≥99.70% versus ≥99.85%, color ≤75 ICUMSA units versus ≤35 — which translates into a lower landed cost for high-volume industrial buyers.
WorldwideTradeX supplies TS2 directly from Turkish refineries, with third-party (SGS/Intertek) inspection, CoA per shipment, and container or bulk-vessel logistics coordinated from Türkiye. Send the application, the annual volume and the packing format and we will quote industrial-grade refined sugar for your process: request a quote.
TS2 vs TS1 in one line: TS1 is the premium direct-consumption grade (table sugar, beverages, confectionery). TS2 is the workhorse grade for industry — same beet origin and refining chain, wider tolerance bands, better price.
1. Mandatory Quality Parameters (Per TSE TS 251/1995)
| Parameter | Requirement | Test Method | Units | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pol (Polarization) | ≥99.70% | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/11 | % | ±0.10 |
| Color (ICUMSA 420) | ≤75 units | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/1 | ICUMSA | ±10 |
| Moisture | ≤0.05% | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/2 | % | ±0.02 |
| Ash | ≤0.05% | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/3 | % | ±0.02 |
| Insolubles | ≤50 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/4 | ppm | ±20 |
| Calcium | ≤100 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/5 | ppm | ±30 |
| Potassium | ≤200 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/5 | ppm | ±50 |
| Iron | ≤0.50 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/6 | ppm | ±0.20 |
| Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂) | ≤200 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Method 9/7 | ppm | ±50 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.20 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Annex A | ppm | ±0.10 |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.50 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Annex A | ppm | ±0.20 |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.05 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Annex A | ppm | ±0.02 |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.20 ppm | TSE TS 251/1995, Annex A | ppm | ±0.10 |
For the full physical characteristics (crystal size distribution, bulk density, sedimentation), sensory properties, and the complete refining-process documentation, see the TS1 refined sugar specification — the production chain is identical; only the release tolerances differ.
2. Primary Industrial Applications
2.1 Alcohol and Ethanol Production
TS2 is the standard fermentation feedstock for beverage ethanol, industrial alcohol and fuel-blending programs. Fermentation efficiency depends on fermentable sucrose content — TS2's polarization floor of 99.70% is fully adequate for microbial metabolism, and the wider color/ash tolerances have no effect on yield.
- Key parameter: fermentable sugar content (polarization)
- Acceptance criteria: TS2 limits are sufficient; no TS1 upgrade needed
- Critical factor: moisture control in storage (caking degrades dosing accuracy)
2.2 Food Processing
TS2 serves processors where the sugar dissolves into the product matrix and never reaches the consumer as a visible crystal:
- Canned fruits — sweetening agent
- Jams and jellies — sugar-content control
- Confectionery — caramel, toffees, chewy candies
- Bakery — yeast food, browning agent, texture modifier
- Dairy — ice cream, yogurt, sweetened condensed milk
2.3 Chemical and Pharmaceutical Applications
- Citric acid production — fermentation substrate
- Yeast production — carbon source
- Sorbitol production — hydrogenation feedstock
- Lactic acid production — fermentation substrate
3. Packaging, Logistics & Storage
Packaging: 50 kg PP woven bags (inner PE liner), 1-tonne jumbo bags, or bulk. Standard 20ft container load: approximately 26–27 MT in bags.
Storage: keep at 15–25°C, relative humidity below 70%, with 4–6 air changes per hour and MERV-8 filtered air. Maximize stacking stability on pallets; avoid direct contact with floors and walls to prevent moisture pick-up. TS2's slightly higher hygroscopic headroom does not exempt it from cold-chain-adjacent warehouse discipline — caking from humidity cycling is the single most common industrial-claim cause.
Trade terms: FOB Turkish ports (İzmir, Mersin, Istanbul) or CIF/CFR to destination; RUB, USD and EUR settlement available for qualified buyers. Every shipment ships with Certificate of Analysis, phytosanitary certificate and SGS/Intertek quality report on request.
4. FAQ
Is TS2 food-safe?
Yes. TS2 is a food-grade refined sugar — "industrial" refers to the application channel, not a lower food-safety class. Heavy-metal and microbiological limits are identical to TS1.
When should a buyer choose TS2 over TS1?
When the sugar dissolves into a process matrix (fermentation, canning syrup, dairy) and crystal appearance is irrelevant. For retail sugar, premium beverages and visible-crystal applications (decoration, dusting), choose TS1.
What is the typical TS2 price advantage over TS1?
Historically $30–50/MT below TS1, varying with refinery run schedules. Request a current quote with destination port for an exact figure.
Can TS2 be blended or re-captured to TS1 spec?
No — the grade is set at the refinery release stage. Buyers needing TS1 should contract TS1; blending downstream voids TSE certification.
What documents accompany a TS2 shipment?
Certificate of Analysis (per TSE TS 251/1995 methods), phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, and optional SGS/Intertek pre-shipment inspection report.
Need the direct-consumption grade? See the TS1 refined sugar technical dossier, or request a quote for either grade with your destination and volume.