Updated 30 September 2026
Iceland 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 Iceland food market works
Iceland’s climate and size make imported produce, groceries and ingredients relevant, with wholesalers often important.
Small-market order sizes and product-specific import rules need careful planning, particularly for animal-origin foods.
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, Pasta & Noodle, Fish & Seafood, Tea & Coffee. 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
Icelandic Food and Veterinary 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 Iceland
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sláturfélag Suðurlands Svf. (ss) | ReykjavÃk | Fruit & Vegetables, Pasta & Noodle, Fish & Seafood | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Online Store, Agents & Brokers |
| Ölgerðin Egill SkallagrÃmsson Ehf. | ReykjavÃk | Tea & Coffee, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water | Importer, Distributor |
| Innnes Ehf. | ReykjavÃk | Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle, Olive Oil & Vinegar | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Retailer |
| Ój&k-Ãsam Ehf | ReykjavÃk | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier, Online Store |
| O. Johnson & Kaaber – Isam Ehf. | Reykjavik | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer |
| Adfong Ltd | ReykjavÃk | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor |
| Bananar Ehf. | ReykjavÃk | Fruit & Vegetables, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings | Importer |
| Te Og Kaffi Hf. | Hafnarfjörður | Tea & Coffee, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water | Importer, Online Store |
| Garri Ehf. | ReykjavÃk | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Retailer, Online Store |
| Danol Ehf. | ReykjavÃk | Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle | Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer |
Company profiles and supplier fit
1. Sláturfélag Suðurlands Svf. (ss)
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Online Store, Agents & Brokers
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Pasta & Noodle, Fish & Seafood
Sláturfélag Suðurlands Svf. (ss) is recorded with distribution activity in Iceland and category coverage that includes fruit & vegetables, pasta & noodle, 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.
2. Ölgerðin Egill SkallagrÃmsson Ehf.
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Distributor
Selected product coverage: Tea & Coffee, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water
Ölgerðin Egill SkallagrÃmsson Ehf. is recorded with distribution activity in Iceland and category coverage that includes tea & coffee, 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: Explain origin, format, sensory profile and sample availability.
3. Innnes Ehf.
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Retailer
Selected product coverage: Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle, Olive Oil & Vinegar
Innnes Ehf. is recorded with retail activity in Iceland and category coverage that includes meat products, 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: Specify species, cut, grade, origin, temperature and shipment size.
4. Ój&k-Ãsam Ehf
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Ój&k-Ãsam Ehf is recorded with distribution activity in Iceland 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. O. Johnson & Kaaber – Isam Ehf.
Recorded location: Reykjavik
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
O. Johnson & Kaaber – Isam Ehf. is recorded with retail activity in Iceland 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.
6. Adfong Ltd
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Distributor
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Adfong Ltd is recorded with distribution activity in Iceland 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.
7. Bananar Ehf.
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Spices, Herbs & Seasonings
Bananar Ehf. is recorded with import activity in Iceland 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.
8. Te Og Kaffi Hf.
Recorded location: Hafnarfjörður
Business model: Importer, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Tea & Coffee, Juice, Soft Drinks & Water
Te Og Kaffi Hf. is recorded with import activity in Iceland and category coverage that includes tea & coffee, 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: Explain origin, format, sensory profile and sample availability.
9. Garri Ehf.
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Retailer, Online Store
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Garri Ehf. is recorded with retail activity in Iceland 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. Danol Ehf.
Recorded location: ReykjavÃk
Business model: Importer, Wholesaler, Supplier, Retailer
Selected product coverage: Fruit & Vegetables, Meat Products, Pasta & Noodle
Danol Ehf. is recorded with retail activity in Iceland 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.
Related market research
Compare the route to market with our Philippines 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 Iceland?
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.
