Quick Answer
When buying tapioca pearls in bulk, first choose the type (white, golden, brown sugar, black, large boba, mini, quick-cook or shelf-stable instant), then the pack: shops usually use 3 kg × 6 bags per case, while quick-cook and instant pearls usually come in 1 kg × 12 bags per case. Store uncooked pearls at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight, and reseal opened bags. For North America, also confirm ingredients, allergens and labeling.
Tapioca Pearl Types and Packs
| Type | Pack | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| White pearls | 3 kg × 6 bags / case | Fresh milk tea, fruit tea, desserts |
| Golden pearls | 3 kg × 6 bags / case | Milk tea, tea drinks |
| Brown sugar pearls | 3 kg × 6 bags / case | Brown sugar boba milk |
| Medium black / large boba | 3 kg × 6 bags / case | Classic bubble milk tea |
| Mini pearls | 3 kg × 6 bags / case | Tea drinks, desserts |
| 5-minute quick-cook pearls | 1 kg × 12 bags / case | Busy shops with small teams |
| Shelf-stable instant pearls | 1 kg × 12 bags / case | Cafés and restaurants that can’t cook pearls |
5 Things to Compare When Buying in Bulk
- Texture and cooking time: cook samples before ordering.
- Shelf life and storage: cool and dry; watch warehouse temperatures in summer.
- Container loading: pearls are heavy, so mix them with lighter cups and powders.
- Labels and allergens: check ingredients on flavored pearls.
- Stable supply: changing pearls changes your drinks, so choose a long-term supplier.
How North American Buyers Search
Across Google, Bing, DuckDuckGo, YouTube and Amazon autocomplete, the most common US and Canadian terms are tapioca pearls bulk, boba pearls bulk, tapioca pearls wholesale and boba wholesale.
How Tang Sugar Helps
We offer 8 kinds of tapioca pearls, quoted together with tea, syrups and packaging and shipped in one container with English spec sheets. Request samples.
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FAQ
How heavy is a case of tapioca pearls?
Shop packs are 3 kg × 6 bags (18 kg per case); quick-cook and instant pearls are 1 kg × 12 bags (12 kg).
Do uncooked tapioca pearls need refrigeration?
No. Keep unopened pearls in a cool, dry place and reseal opened bags.
What is the difference between boba and pearls?
Large boba are bigger black pearls with a chewier bite; medium black pearls are the classic size.
Can I get samples first?
Yes. Samples are free; the applicant pays shipping.
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