Al-Thaqeb Trading Company
Kuwaiti FMCG food distributor since 1972: Mars, Milka, McCormick, Fage, Ragu, with chilled and frozen stores
Kuwait(Shuwaikh)Est. 1972About & Export Capabilities
Al-Thaqeb Trading Company presents itself as a trusted FMCG distribution partner in Kuwait since 1972, based in Shuwaikh Industrial Area 3. The company states that it was founded in 1972 as part of the Al-Thaqeb Group, when the Al-Thaqeb family spun off its trading activity into a separate company to import and distribute products from the USA, Europe and the Far East. It says it has more than 50 years in the market and more than 30 international brands, and describes itself as a proven gateway for international suppliers into the Kuwaiti market. The company says it built facilities for dry, chilled and frozen products at two locations in Ardiya and Shuwaikh, with 6,000 sqm of cold stores and 1,250 cubic metres of freezer stores, fully temperature-controlled storage and transport, and a fleet of 25 vehicles (11 vans and 14 lorries) delivering to all areas of Kuwait through more than 2,000 distribution points. It covers four channels: retail (cooperative societies and their branches, hypermarkets and convenience stores), e-commerce (online retail partners and digital marketplaces), wholesale, and HoReCa (hotels, restaurants and catering), supported by a sales and merchandising team with local market knowledge. Its brand portfolio is grouped by category: confectionery and snacks (Bazooka, Campfire, Jolly Time and Trident from the USA; Cadbury, Mars and Fox's from the UK; Fini from Spain; Hitschies from Germany; Milka from the EU; Sour Patch Kids from Australia; Relkon and WOM from China), sauces and condiments (McCormick, Frank's, French's and Ragu from the USA; Cholula from Mexico; Nando's from South Africa), dairy and frozen (Fage yogurt from Greece and Sambazon açaí from Brazil), and pantry staples (Aeroplane from India, Crown from the USA, Mantova from Italy, Mission from Spain, Nature's Path from the USA, SAF yeast from France and Tate & Lyle sugar from the UK), plus Mumtaz margarine. The brand pages on its site describe Al-Thaqeb as the official Kuwait distributor and importer of brands such as Mars, McCormick, Fage, Milka and Ragu, handling customs clearance, warehousing and last-mile delivery. It has an in-house marketing team running ATL and BTL activities to build brand awareness. The name Magic Taste appears on its site under the label private label. The company says it aims to grow market share and brand equity through win-win partnerships with consumers, suppliers, producers and manufacturers, and that it welcomes new brands and suppliers.
Product Showcase
Mars Biscuits and Cookies
Biscuits and cookies under UK Mars brands; the company's site lists Galaxy Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Bounty Soft Baked Cookies, M&M's Cookies, Maltesers Biscuits and Mars, Twix and Bounty Secret Centre biscuits, all of UK origin. The company lists itself as the official Mars distributor in Kuwait, supplying retail and wholesale outlets.
Milka Chocolate
Milka Alpine milk chocolate; the company's site lists milk, hazelnut, caramel and toffee-hazelnut bars, Milka & Oreo, Milka chocolate biscuits and wafers and Choco Moo, with origins including Germany, Poland, Austria and Belgium. The company lists it in its chocolates and biscuits category distributed in Kuwait to retail and wholesale.
McCormick Spices and Seasonings
McCormick spices from the USA; the company's site lists 22 items including garlic and onion powder, ground cinnamon, paprika, oregano leaves, crushed red pepper, cayenne, Cajun and taco seasonings, and black pepper, Italian herb, pink Himalayan salt and sea salt grinders, plus large packs. The company lists itself as the official McCormick distributor in Kuwait for retail, wholesale and HoReCa.
Fage Greek Yogurt
Greek yogurt from Greece; the company's site lists Fage 0% fat yogurt in 150 g, 450 g and 950 g, honey, blueberry and strawberry varieties, and 5% fat yogurt. The company lists itself as the official Fage distributor and importer in Kuwait, supplying it to stores and wholesale within its dairy and frozen category.
Ragu Pasta Sauces
Ragu pasta and pizza sauces from the USA; the company's site lists Simply Traditional, Simply Marinara, mushroom sauce, pizza sauce, Classic Alfredo, Double Cheddar, Garlic Parmesan and red and white lasagne sauces. The company lists itself as the official Ragu distributor in Kuwait for retailers, wholesalers and foodservice operators.
Direct Supply Offers
Official Contact & Plant Location
Direct Phone
+965 2209 3555
Official Email
inbox@al-thaqeb.com
Website
https://www.al-thaqeb.com/
Office & Warehouse
Shuwaikh Industrial Area 3, Block A, Street 85, Building 234, Kuwait
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