Defiant Trading · Est. Boca Raton, FL
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Moving Global
Food Commodities
With Precision

A full-service food commodity trading company connecting producers and buyers across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas — under internationally recognized trade terms and instruments.

Our Commodities Initiate a Trade
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Core Commodity Classes
Sugar · Poultry · Rice · Oils · Wheat · Seafood · Canned Seafood · Soybeans · Corn
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Global Trade Regions
Africa · Middle East · Asia · Americas
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Verified Instruments
SBLC · LC · MT103 · SGS/Intertek Inspection
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About Us

Built for Global Trade.
Operated with Integrity.

Defiant Trading — the trade name of Fresh N Wild Seafood LLC — is a Boca Raton–headquartered global food commodity trading company operating at the intersection of agricultural production and international commerce. Founded in 2012, our roots in the food industry run far deeper.

Our founder and CEO, Michael Rance, has been immersed in the food industry since 1986 — beginning his career as a core member of the team that built and operated Unicorn Village Market, the #1 natural foods market in the United States. That landmark company was ultimately acquired by Whole Foods Market, cementing its place in American food retail history. That formative experience — sourcing, quality, scale, and the discipline of running a best-in-class food operation — is the foundation everything at Defiant Trading is built on.

We source, negotiate, and execute large-volume transactions in ICUMSA-45 refined sugar, frozen poultry, rice, edible oils, wheat, soybeans, corn, and seafood — delivering verified, contract-protected supply chains to importers, distributors, and government buyers worldwide.

Every transaction at Defiant Trading is built on documented procedures, internationally recognized payment instruments, and independent third-party inspection — ensuring both buyers and sellers operate from a position of confirmed trust.

Due Diligence

Every counterparty and supplier is vetted before any contract is executed or funds are committed.

Contract Integrity

Our trade documents are drafted to protect all parties with clear, enforceable terms and no material ambiguity.

Transparency

We communicate trade status, logistics, and documentation progress openly with all active counterparties.

Global Reach

Operational relationships across four continents allow us to source and deliver at competitive volume pricing.

Our Story
1986
Michael Rance joins the team building Unicorn Village Market — what would become the #1 natural foods market in the US
Late 90s
Company acquired by Whole Foods Market — cementing its place in American food retail history
2012
Fresh N Wild Seafood LLC founded — dba Defiant Trading — bringing decades of food expertise to global commodity markets

Leadership

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Michael Rance
Founder & CEO
40+ years in the food industry — from building Unicorn Village Market, the #1 natural foods market in the US (acquired by Whole Foods Market), to founding Defiant Trading in 2012. Leads all global trade strategy, counterparty negotiations, and contract execution.
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Caitlin Rance
Chief Operating Officer
Oversees operational workflows, document management, and internal compliance across active trade programs.
Global Headquarters
Fresh N Wild Seafood LLC dba Defiant Trading
6069 Old Court Road, Suite 105
Boca Raton, Florida 33433
(561) 817-6014 · sales@defianttrading.com
🇺🇸 United States of America
Commodities & Products

What We Trade

We trade in six core food commodity categories under CIF, FOB, DAP, and DDP terms — with capacity for long-term supply contracts and spot transactions at competitive volume pricing.

Sugar

ICUMSA-45 Refined Sugar

White refined cane sugar meeting ICUMSA-45 international standards. Available in 50kg bags or bulk. Primary supply from Brazil (Santos).

ICUMSA-45 VHP 50kg / Bulk FOB Santos View Specifications → Genuine Seller — Buyer's Guide → 中文规格 →
Poultry

Frozen Poultry

Whole birds, MDM, leg quarters, wings, feet, paws, and processed chicken products. Sourced from certified Brazilian SIF exporters meeting international food safety standards.

Whole Bird Leg Quarters MDM Halal Available View Products & Order → View Specifications →
Rice

Rice

Long grain white, parboiled, and Basmati rice varieties. Available in 25kg, 50kg, and bulk formats for government, institutional, and wholesale buyers.

Long Grain Parboiled Basmati 25kg / 50kg View Specifications →
Oils

Edible Oils

Refined soybean oil, crude palm oil, sunflower oil, olive oil, rapeseed oil, and blended cooking oils. Supplied in bulk ISO tanks or flexi-tanks for high-volume import programs.

Soybean Oil Palm Oil Sunflower Olive Oil Rapeseed Oil Bulk / Flexi-tank View Specifications →
Wheat

Wheat

Hard Red Winter (HRW) and Soft Red Winter (SRW) wheat for milling and food production. Available in Panamax or Handysize vessel quantities.

HRW SRW Milling Grade Bulk Vessel View Specifications →
Seafood

Seafood & Marine Products

Frozen fish, shrimp, squid, and processed marine products. Leveraging our origins as Fresh N Wild Seafood LLC for deep sourcing relationships. All our seafood is 100% wild caught — no farm raised.

Wild Caught Frozen Fish Shrimp Squid IQF Processed No Farm Raised View Specifications →
Canned

Canned Seafood

Premium wild caught canned seafood for retail, wholesale, and institutional buyers. All products sourced from certified canneries meeting international food safety standards.

Wild Caught Canned Sardines Canned Tuna Canned Crab Retail Ready Private Label View Specifications →
Soybeans

Soybeans

GMO and Non-GMO soybeans for crushing, feed, and food-grade end uses. Sourced from certified South American and North American origins in bulk vessel quantities.

GMO Non-GMO Food Grade Feed Grade Bulk Vessel FOB / CIF View Specifications → 中文规格 →
Corn

Corn

Yellow corn No. 2 and feed-grade corn for animal feed, milling, ethanol, and industrial end uses. Available in Panamax and Handysize bulk vessel quantities from US and South American origins.

Yellow Corn No. 2 Feed Grade Milling Grade GMO / Non-GMO Bulk Vessel FOB / CIF View Specifications →

Global Delivery Coverage

We serve importers, government buyers, and distributors across four major trade regions — under internationally recognized Incoterms.

Africa
West Africa (Dakar, Lomé, Abidjan, Lagos), East Africa, North Africa
Middle East
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Kuwait
Asia
China, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Philippines, India
The Americas
United States, Brazil, Colombia, Caribbean Basin
Trade Desk

Current Offers

Live commodity offers open to qualified buyers. All programs require completed KYC before a Full Corporate Offer is released. No upfront fees.

Available now

VHP Raw Cane Sugar (ICUMSA 600–1200)

Origin
Brazil (FOB Santos / Paranaguá)
Quantity
12,500 MT trial · 25,000–50,000 MT standard
Packaging
Bulk vessel
Terms
FOB stowed & trimmed or CIF — priced off ICE No. 11

Refining-grade feedstock. Pol 99.30° min. SGS inspected at loading. LC MT700 / SBLC MT760.

Request This Offer View details →
Available now

ICUMSA-45 Refined Sugar

Origin
Brazil (FOB Santos)
Quantity
100,000–1,000,000 MT / month
Packaging
50kg new PP bags
Terms
CIF ASWP — price on inquiry

SGS inspected at loading. SBLC MT760 / LC MT700.

Request This Offer View details →
Limited

Non-GMO Soybeans

Origin
Brazil
Quantity
50,000–1,000,000 MT monthly
Packaging
Bulk vessel
Terms
CIF — price on inquiry

SGS inspected at loading. SBLC MT760 / LC MT700.

Request This Offer View details →
FCL Container Shipments

Containerized Sugar Program

For buyers seeking flexible quantities below bulk vessel scale, we offer refined and raw sugar in full container loads (FCL) — ideal for trial orders, regional distributors, and staged supply programs.

ICUMSA-45 Sugar in Containers

ICUMSA-45 Refined Sugar — FCL

White refined cane sugar to ICUMSA-45 standard, shipped in 20ft containers loaded with 50kg PP bags (approx. 25–27 MT per FCL). Brazil origin, SGS inspection at loading.

ICUMSA-45 50kg PP Bags 20ft FCL CIF ASWP View Specifications →
Raw Sugar ICUMSA 600-1200 in Containers

ICUMSA 600–1200 Raw Sugar — FCL

Raw brown cane sugar (ICUMSA 600–1200) for refining and industrial use, shipped in 20ft containers in 50kg bags or 1MT jumbo bags. Brazil origin, SGS inspection at loading.

ICUMSA 600–1200 Raw Cane 50kg / Jumbo CIF ASWP View Specifications →
How We Trade

Our Trade Process

Every Defiant Trading transaction follows a structured, document-driven process designed to protect both buyer and seller from inquiry to final delivery. Verification is bank-to-bank, at every stage — non-negotiable.

Verification Is Bank-to-Bank. Full Stop.

  • Proof of Funds (POF) is confirmed officer-to-officer between the buyer's bank and Citibank N.A. — by SWIFT message or direct bank-to-bank verification call, supported only by the principal/director's passport and company registration documents.
  • Proof of Product (POP) is confirmed bank-to-bank through the same channel, and only after POF is verified.
  • No allocation letter — refinery, supplier, or otherwise — is ever released directly to the buyer or customer, under any circumstance. Allocation is confirmed bank-to-bank only. This is non-negotiable.
  • No offer, pricing detail, or contract draft is issued before bank-to-bank POF verification is complete.
  • Every instrument (SBLC MT760, LC MT700, MT103) must originate from or be confirmed by a Top-50 prime world bank.

Third-Party Proof of Funds — Never Accepted

Defiant Trading does not accept, rely upon, or act on any Proof of Funds that has not been verified directly, bank-to-bank, through Citibank N.A. The following are never accepted as POF, regardless of how they are packaged or who presents them:

  • Letters, certificates, or "verification reports" issued by a broker, mandate, consultant, or any non-bank third party.
  • Screenshots, PDFs, or photographs of account balances or statements, however official they appear.
  • Notarized or attorney-certified funds letters in place of direct bank confirmation.
  • Any instrument or letter tied to fund "blocking," "leasing," or SBLC "monetization" arrangements.

The only accepted method: the buyer's bank contacts Citibank N.A. directly, officer-to-officer, to confirm POF or a Ready, Willing and Able (RWA) letter. There is no override or exception, regardless of buyer size, urgency, or broker assurance.

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Inquiry & LOI
Buyer submits a signed Letter of Intent (LOI) on company letterhead with corporate registration attached. Acknowledged within 1 business day.
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CIS / KYC / NCNDA
Complete CIS, full KYC package, and signed NCNDA submitted within 5 business days of LOI acknowledgment — no exceptions.
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FCO Issued
Full Corporate Offer issued within 2 business days of complete KYC/NCNDA. Buyer returns signed ICPO within 5 business days, or the FCO lapses.
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Proof of Funds — Bank-to-Bank
Buyer's bank completes bank-to-bank POF verification with Citibank N.A. within 5 business days of ICPO. No product detail is released before this step is complete.
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Proof of Product — Bank-to-Bank
POP confirmed bank-to-bank within 3 business days of POF. No allocation letter is released to the buyer under any circumstance — non-negotiable.
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SPA Executed
SPA drafted within 3 business days of POP confirmation; executed by both parties within 5 business days of the draft.
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Instrument Issued & Confirmed
SBLC (MT760), LC (MT700), or MT103 issued within 7 business days of SPA execution and confirmed operative within 3 business days, before vessel/container nomination.
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Independent Inspection
SGS, Intertek, Cotecna, or Bureau Veritas inspection at load port. Findings issued within 2 business days and are final and binding.
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Shipment & Document Release
Where MT103 is the settlement instrument, payment is due within 24/72 hours of loading completion. Full shipping documents released within 3 business days of confirmed payment — never in advance, never to a third party.

Default & Non-Performance

  • POF not furnished within 5 business days of ICPO: the FCO lapses automatically and is not reissued without a new LOI.
  • Payment instrument not confirmed operative within 3 business days of issuance (10 business days max from SPA execution): Defiant Trading may cancel the SPA without penalty and reallocate the cargo.
  • MT103 payment not received within 24/72 hours of loading completion: buyer is in default; Defiant Trading may hold cargo, impose demurrage, or reallocate at its sole discretion.
  • Any attempt to route verification, payment, or documents through an unapproved third party voids the transaction immediately.

Accepted Payment Instruments & Standards

SBLC MT760

Standby Letter of Credit via SWIFT MT760, issued or confirmed by a Top-50 prime world bank. Primary instrument for large-volume long-term contracts.

LC MT700

Irrevocable Documentary Letter of Credit. Standard for CIF shipment-based contract settlements.

MT103 Wire Transfer

SWIFT bank-to-bank wire transfer. Where MT103 is the settlement instrument, payment is due within 24/72 hours of loading completion — non-negotiable.

SGS / Intertek Inspection

All cargo is subject to independent third-party quality and weight inspection prior to bill of lading issuance.

Non-bank instruments, electronic-money platforms, cryptocurrency, and any form of “leveraged,” “blocked,” or “monetized” funds are refused outright, with no exception.

Download Full Verification Policy & Commodity Procedures (PDF) →
Procedures

Trade Documentation & Procedures

Defiant Trading operates under formal, documented procedures for every commodity category, each governed by the bank-to-bank verification policy above. Full commodity-by-commodity procedures, including Urea N46, are in the downloadable policy document above.

ICUMSA-45 Sugar Purchase Procedure

Standard operating procedure for all refined sugar transactions — covering buyer qualification, FCO acceptance, SPA execution, and shipment release.

  • Buyer issues signed LOI with company registration
  • Defiant Trading issues FCO within 2 business days
  • Buyer returns signed ICPO with banking coordinates
  • Buyer's Proof of Funds is furnished and verified bank-to-bank through Citibank N.A.
  • Proof of Product is confirmed bank-to-bank through Citibank N.A. — no allocation letter released to buyer
  • SPA drafted and executed by both parties
  • Buyer issues SBLC MT760 or LC MT700 within agreed window
  • SGS pre-shipment inspection arranged at origin port
  • Bill of lading and shipping documents released on confirmed payment only

Frozen Poultry Purchase Procedure

Procedure for frozen poultry transactions — including cold chain compliance, container logistics, and Halal certification requirements.

  • Buyer provides product specification sheet and target price
  • Defiant Trading sources from certified exporters
  • POF furnished and verified bank-to-bank before Proforma Invoice is issued
  • SPA executed with inspection and cold chain clauses
  • Container loading under buyer or Defiant agent supervision
  • Halal certification, health certificates, and COO provided
  • Full shipping document package released on confirmed payment only

Grains, Oils & Soybeans Procedure

Procedure for bulk grain (rice, wheat, corn), edible oil, and soybean transactions — including vessel nomination, port logistics, and inspection at load port.

  • Buyer submits target destination port and vessel preference
  • FCO issued with Incoterms, quantity, and moisture/protein specs
  • POF furnished and verified bank-to-bank; POP released only after POF confirms
  • SPA executed with fumigation and phytosanitary clauses
  • Payment instrument established prior to vessel nomination
  • Load port inspection by SGS covering weight and quality; findings final and binding
  • B/L, COO, phyto certificate, and COA released on confirmed payment only

New Counterparty Onboarding

All new buyers and sellers must complete our counterparty qualification process before any contract is executed or financial instruments are exchanged.

  • Company registration documents and proof of address
  • Bank comfort letter or financial reference
  • Principal/director identification (passport copy)
  • Mandate or authorization letter for representative agents
  • Completed Defiant Trading Client Information Sheet
  • Signed Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure Agreement (NCNDA)

Governing Standards & Compliance

CIS / KYC Required NCNDA Required Bank-to-Bank Verification Only ICUMSA Standards Codex Alimentarius SWIFT Banking UCP 600 (LC) Incoterms 2020 SGS Inspection Intertek Inspection DocuSign Execution US Law / ICC Arbitration

Frequently Asked Questions

About Defiant Trading and how we work

What does Defiant Trading do?

Fresh N Wild Seafood LLC, doing business as Defiant Trading, is a Florida-based global food-commodity trading company founded in 2012. From our office in Boca Raton, Florida, we source and supply bulk food commodities to buyers worldwide.

What commodities does Defiant Trading supply?

Defiant Trading supplies ICUMSA 45 refined white sugar, soybeans (GMO and non-GMO), edible oils, wheat, rice, frozen poultry, and seafood, sourced from established producers and delivered on international trade terms.

Where is Defiant Trading located?

Defiant Trading is headquartered at 6069 Old Court Road, Suite 105, Boca Raton, FL 33433, USA. You can reach us at +1 561-817-6014 or sales@defianttrading.com.

What regions does Defiant Trading serve?

We serve buyers across West Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, arranging delivery on CIF and FOB terms to major discharge ports.

What is ICUMSA 45 sugar?

ICUMSA 45 is the international standard for refined white sugar, denoting a whiteness of 45 RBU or lower with polarization of 99.80 degrees minimum. It is food-grade sugar suitable for human consumption. Defiant Trading supplies Brazilian-origin ICUMSA 45 packed in 50 kg polypropylene bags.

Does Defiant Trading charge upfront fees?

No. Defiant Trading operates a strict no-upfront-fee policy. We do not require advance payments, deposits, or mobilization fees as a condition of doing business.

What payment instruments does Defiant Trading accept?

Defiant Trading works with bank instruments issued or confirmed by Top-50 prime world banks, such as an irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit (SWIFT MT760) or documentary Letter of Credit, with settlement by telegraphic transfer (SWIFT MT103). Instruments are advised through our bank, Citibank N.A. We do not accept instruments from non-bank or electronic-money institutions.

Defiant Trading follows a KYC/AML and NCNDA-first approach with every counterparty. Every buyer completes CIS/KYC before we issue a Full Corporate Offer. Once a buyer returns a signed Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order, their Proof of Funds is furnished and verified through Citibank N.A. — before any Proof of Product is confirmed and before a Sale and Purchase Agreement is drafted or executed. Proof of Product is then confirmed bank to bank through Citibank N.A., protecting both parties.

Defiant Trading follows a KYC/AML and NCNDA-first approach with every counterparty. We require know-your-customer documentation, verifiable proof of product or funds, and prime-bank instruments before proprietary information or offers are exchanged.

How can I buy from or supply Defiant Trading?

Buyers and suppliers can contact Defiant Trading at sales@defianttrading.com or +1 561-817-6014. Suppliers can also apply through our Become a Supplier page at defianttrading.com/become-a-supplier.

Last updated: August 2026

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Company

Fresh N Wild Seafood LLC
dba Defiant Trading

Headquarters

6069 Old Court Road, Suite 105
Boca Raton, FL 33433
United States

Phone

(561) 817-6014

Sales & Trade Desk

sales@defianttrading.com

Operating Hours

Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST

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Partner Portal

Active Partner Login

The Defiant Trading Partner Portal provides active counterparties with secure access to trade documents, contract status updates, and shipping documentation for their open transactions.

Contract Documents

Access your active FCOs, SPAs, and Proforma Invoices in one place.

Shipment Tracking

View vessel status, ETA, and port updates for your active shipments.

Shipping Documents

Download Bills of Lading, SGS certificates, COOs, and related export documents.

Portal access is issued to confirmed counterparties only. Contact our trade desk to request credentials.

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