Updated 30 September 2026
Finland offers several routes for food exporters, but the right partner depends on the exact product and channel. This guide compares 10 company records reviewed in the BestFoodImporters platform and explains how to prepare a focused approach.
How the Finland food market works
The historical guide focuses on concentrated buying, dairy, seafood, bakery and speciality food.
The original 2015–17 figures are dated; use today’s category fit and documented product quality when selecting prospects.
Importing, distribution, wholesale and retail are different jobs. A large mixed-category business can be suitable for a proven line with consistent supply, while a specialist may be better for a narrow product or unusual origin. The company examples below show recorded activities and categories; they do not establish current buying interest.
Product opportunities and buyer fit
The reviewed records include Dairy Products, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water, Olive Oil & Vinegar. These categories are starting points for research, not a claim that every listed business is taking new suppliers. Choose the channel and product format before comparing names.
For fresh or chilled foods, specify handling temperatures, remaining shelf-life and the expected arrival condition. For packaged goods, prepare ingredients, allergens, artwork, case configuration and target shelf price. Ingredient buyers need technical specifications and repeatable quality. A short, category-specific pitch gives the buyer something concrete to assess.
Import preparation and official guidance
European Commission provides the starting point for checking food-import controls. Requirements depend on the product, origin, processing and intended use. Agree with the responsible importer which registration, certificate, labelling, inspection and customs steps apply before printing packs or dispatching goods.
Confirm the tariff classification and landed-cost assumptions with the importing partner. Food of animal origin, plants and particular risk categories can face additional controls. Keep the technical file, traceability information and proposed Incoterms ready for review.
Compare 10 food importers and buyers in Finland
Use the category and business-model fields to narrow your shortlist. This is not a ranking or a statement of present purchasing demand.
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| Company | Recorded location | Selected products | Business model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valio Oy | Helsinki | Dairy Products, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Producer |
| Berner Oy | Helsinki | Olive Oil & Vinegar, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water | Importer |
| Fazer Leipomot Oy | Vantaa | Olive Oil & Vinegar, Tea & Coffee, Confectionery & Snacks | Importer, Online Store, Producer |
| Oy Paulig Finland Ab | Helsinki | Tea & Coffee, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings | Importer, Retailer, Online Store |
| Saarioinen Oy | Tampere | Fruit & Vegetables, Pasta & Noodle, Confectionery & Snacks | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer, Producer |
| Kalaneuvos Oy | Sastamala | Fish & Seafood, Frozen Food & Ready Made Foods | Importer, Wholesaler |
| Condite Oy | Naantali | Fruit & Vegetables, Olive Oil & Vinegar, Tea & Coffee | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Veikko Laine Oy | Helsinki | Fruit & Vegetables, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Satotukku Oy | Vantaa | Fruit & Vegetables, Organic & Health Food | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Mauste-sallinen Oy | Naantali | Fruit & Vegetables, Confectionery & Snacks, Spices | Importer, Supplier |
Company profiles and supplier fit
1. Valio Oy
Recorded location: Helsinki
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Producer
Selected product coverage: Dairy Products, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water
Valio Oy is recorded with wholesale activity in Finland and category coverage that includes dairy products, juice, soft drinks & water. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Provide composition, use case, shelf-life and cold-chain details.
2. Berner Oy
Recorded location: Helsinki
Business model: Importer
Selected product coverage: Olive Oil & Vinegar, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water
Berner Oy is recorded with import activity in Finland and category coverage that includes olive oil & vinegar, juice, soft drinks & water. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Send a focused specification, pack format, shelf-life and indicative volume.
3. Fazer Leipomot Oy
Recorded location: Vantaa
Business model: Importer, Online Store, Producer
Selected product coverage: Olive Oil & Vinegar, Tea & Coffee, Confectionery & Snacks
Fazer Leipomot Oy is recorded with import activity in Finland and category coverage that includes olive oil & vinegar, tea & coffee, confectionery & snacks. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Explain origin, format, sensory profile and sample availability.
4. Oy Paulig Finland Ab
Recorded location: Helsinki
Business model: Importer, Retailer, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Tea & Coffee, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings
Oy Paulig Finland Ab is recorded with retail activity in Finland and category coverage that includes tea & coffee, spices, herbs & seasonings. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Explain origin, format, sensory profile and sample availability.
5. Saarioinen Oy
Recorded location: Tampere
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer, Producer
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Pasta & Noodle, Confectionery & Snacks
Saarioinen Oy is recorded with retail activity in Finland and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, pasta & noodle, confectionery & snacks. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Show variety, seasonal window, grade, pack format and expected arrival condition.
6. Kalaneuvos Oy
Recorded location: Sastamala
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler
Selected product coverage: Fish & Seafood, Frozen Food & Ready Made Foods
Kalaneuvos Oy is recorded with wholesale activity in Finland and category coverage that includes fish & seafood, frozen food & ready made foods. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Lead with species, processing, origin, temperature plan and traceability.
7. Condite Oy
Recorded location: Naantali
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Olive Oil & Vinegar, Tea & Coffee
Condite Oy is recorded with wholesale activity in Finland and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, olive oil & vinegar, tea & coffee. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Show variety, seasonal window, grade, pack format and expected arrival condition.
8. Veikko Laine Oy
Recorded location: Helsinki
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings
Veikko Laine Oy is recorded with wholesale activity in Finland and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, spices, herbs & seasonings. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Show variety, seasonal window, grade, pack format and expected arrival condition.
9. Satotukku Oy
Recorded location: Vantaa
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Organic & Health Food
Satotukku Oy is recorded with wholesale activity in Finland and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, organic & health food. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Show variety, seasonal window, grade, pack format and expected arrival condition.
10. Mauste-sallinen Oy
Recorded location: Naantali
Business model: Importer, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Confectionery & Snacks, Spices
Mauste-sallinen Oy is recorded with supply activity in Finland and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, confectionery & snacks, spices. That combination makes the company a research lead for a supplier with a matching product and delivery model. Confirm the relevant buying remit before proposing a line.
Supplier preparation: Show variety, seasonal window, grade, pack format and expected arrival condition.
Prepare a focused buyer approach
- Choose the product format and intended channel.
- Match the exact category and business model to a short buyer list.
- Provide specifications, origin, pack size, shelf-life, capacity and delivery terms.
- Agree product-specific registration and border responsibilities with the importer.
- Ask for a defined next step: technical review, sample assessment or commercial call.
See our guide to emailing food importers for a concise first approach.
Related market research
Compare the route to market with our Iceland food importer guide. The best destination depends on your product, margin, documentation and delivery model.
Common questions
How do I choose a food importer in Finland?
Start with product category, pack format and channel. Use the comparison table to identify a suitable business model, then confirm purchasing scope directly.
Are the listed companies looking for new suppliers?
The profiles describe recorded categories and activities. Inclusion does not confirm present buying interest.
Where can I find more prospects?
BestFoodImporters lets you filter company records by location, category and type. Request a demo for a product-specific shortlist.
Sources and editorial method
Company categories, business types and locations come from BestFoodImporters records reviewed on 30 September 2026. Supplier preparation is editorial analysis, not a statement of any company’s purchasing policy. The official import source is linked above. Check the requirements for the exact product and shipment before trading.
