Updated 30 September 2026
Norway 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 Norway food market works
Norway’s growing conditions make fresh-food sourcing relevant, while seafood and grocery distribution remain distinct channels.
Importers need a precise origin, compliant label, cold-chain plan and a realistic delivered cost.
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 Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle, 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
Norwegian Food Safety Authority 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 Norway
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coop Norge Sa | Oslo | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer, Producer, Large Retail Chains |
| Haugen-gruppen Nordic As | Vestby | Fruit & Vegetables, Pasta & Noodle, Olive Oil & Vinegar | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Unil As | Oslo | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Cemo As | Brennåsen | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Wholesaler, Retailer, Online Store |
| Domstein Fish As | Raudeberg | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Fish & Seafood | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Interfrukt Sa | Langhus | Fruit & Vegetables, Organic & Health Food | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier |
| Oluf Lorentzen As | Vestby | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer, Online Store |
| Rolf Olsen As | Bergen | Fish & Seafood, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings | Importer, Distributor |
| Smak Av Italia As | Sætre | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Retailer, Online Store |
| Alimenta As | Frogner | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier |
Company profiles and supplier fit
1. Coop Norge Sa
Recorded location: Oslo
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer, Producer, Large Retail Chains
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Coop Norge Sa is recorded with retail activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, pasta & noodle. 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
2. Haugen-gruppen Nordic As
Recorded location: Vestby
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Pasta & Noodle, Olive Oil & Vinegar
Haugen-gruppen Nordic As is recorded with distribution activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, pasta & noodle, olive oil & vinegar. 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.
3. Unil As
Recorded location: Oslo
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Unil As is recorded with distribution activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, pasta & noodle. 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
4. Cemo As
Recorded location: Brennåsen
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Retailer, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Cemo As is recorded with retail activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, pasta & noodle. 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
5. Domstein Fish As
Recorded location: Raudeberg
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Fish & Seafood
Domstein Fish As is recorded with distribution activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, fish & seafood. 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.
6. Interfrukt Sa
Recorded location: Langhus
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Organic & Health Food
Interfrukt Sa is recorded with distribution activity in Norway 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.
7. Oluf Lorentzen As
Recorded location: Vestby
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Oluf Lorentzen As is recorded with retail activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, pasta & noodle. 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
8. Rolf Olsen As
Recorded location: Bergen
Business model: Importer, Distributor
Selected product coverage: Fish & Seafood, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings
Rolf Olsen As is recorded with distribution activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fish & seafood, 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: Lead with species, processing, origin, temperature plan and traceability.
9. Smak Av Italia As
Recorded location: Sætre
Business model: Importer, Retailer, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Smak Av Italia As is recorded with retail activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, pasta & noodle. 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
10. Alimenta As
Recorded location: Frogner
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Alimenta As is recorded with distribution activity in Norway and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, meat products, pasta & noodle. 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
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.
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Common questions
How do I choose a food importer in Norway?
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.
