Figure out what type of wholesale sugar you want to use

First, decide which type of sugar to order for your business product: granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, golden brown sugar, corn syrups or something else.

I recommend: Domino Sugar is one of the well-known sugar companies, selling all types of sugar from superfine to granulated to organic and more. Indiana Sugars has everything from raw sugar to coarse to corn sugars.

Determine how much sugar to order for your business

Figure out how much sugar products you need for your recipes or other food items. You can order 25-pound bags, 50-pound bags or larger sizes.

I recommend: Dutch Valley Bulk Foods has sugar in bulk for you to get an idea on sizes and types to order. Imperial Sugar Company lists their sugar product sizes and specifications for food service and industrial companies. Imperial also lists sugar information for its products.

Consider sugar alternatives or sweeteners for healthy-conscious customers

There are many sugar-free substitutes on the market for you to consider in your food products. Some are better than others in taste and results, so try a wide variety before narrowing it down. A natural sweetener, such as Stevia or Xylitol, can be a good bet. There are lots of no-calorie sweeteners that are bound to be popular with your customers too.

I recommend: Gillco Ingredients has sugar-free options to consider. Briess Industries produces some grain-based sweeteners and other alternatives. Roquette is a global company that produces bulk items of sugarless sweeteners.