Premium Food-Grade Soybeans for Japanese Food Processors

EXSOY International exports premium food-grade soybeans for Japan, meeting the country’s strict quality, moisture, and documentation standards. We serve tofu, miso, natto, tempeh, and plant-based protein manufacturers across Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Kobe, and Nagoya.

Every shipment is low-moisture, high-protein, and fully documented, with phytosanitary, fumigation, and COA — all compliant with Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) import requirements.

food-grade soybeans for Japan

Why Japanese Buyers Trust EXSOY

We are built for quality, consistency, and compliance — exactly what Japan’s food processors demand.

Food-Grade Only

No commodity-grade soybeans
Ideal for tofu, miso, natto
Batch-tested for color & size

Strict Quality Control

Protein: 38–42%, Moisture: <13%
Oil content: 18–20%, foreign matter ≤1%
Visual and NIR testing per lot

Low Moisture & Long Shelf Life

Dried to <13% moisture for storage
Resists mold in humid climates
Ideal for Japan’s tropical storage

MAFF-Compliant Documentation

Phytosanitary Certificate (USDA APHIS)
Fumigation Certificate (Methyl Bromide)
Certificate of Origin, COA, B/L

Fast Shipping from West Coast

From Portland & Long Beach ports
Weekly vessel schedules
Real-time container tracking

Reliable Supply for Food Industry

14–20 day transit to Yokohama/Kobe
5,000+ MT/year capacity
No supply chain disruptions

Shipping to Japan – Fast & Reliable

We ship from US West Coast ports, offering the shortest transit times to major Japanese import hubs.

US Port Japanese Port Transit Time Frequency Best For
Portland, OR
Yokohama, Kobe
14–20 days
Weekly
Food-grade shipments
Long Beach, CA
Osaka, Nagoya
16–22 days
Bi-weekly
1,000 MT+ orders
Seattle, WA
Tokyo, Sapporo
18–24 days
Monthly
Organic batches
Oakland, CA
Fukuoka, Kitakyushu
20–26 days
Monthly
Smaller volumes

We work with NYK Line, “K” Line, and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines for reliable container tracking and on-time delivery.

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Soybean Specifications for Japanese Market

We export USDA-grade, food-grade soybeans that meet MAFF and processor standards.

Parameter Standard Testing Method
Protein Content
38–42%
NIR (Near-Infrared)
Moisture
<13%
Oven-dry method
Oil Content
18–20%
Solvent extraction
Foreign Matter
≤1%
Mechanical sorting
Damaged Kernels
≤2%
Visual inspection
Color & Size
Uniform, light yellow
Visual & sieve analysis

All shipments include a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data.

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Required Documentation for Japan

Every shipment includes MAFF-approved documents for smooth customs clearance.

Document Purpose Issued By
Phytosanitary Certificate
Confirms plant health
USDA APHIS
Fumigation Certificate
Confirms pest treatment
Certified fumigator
Certificate of Origin
Confirms US origin
Exporter
Commercial Invoice
Customs declaration
EXSOY International
Packing List
Weight, container details
EXSOY International
Bill of Lading (B/L)
Proof of shipment
Shipping Line
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Quality verification
Lab or exporter

All documents are issued in English and can be translated or notarized upon request.

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Need Premium Food-Grade Soybeans for Japan?

We respond to all inquiries as soon as possible — no delays, no guesswork.