Cereals and Cereal Products, Spices and Seasonings, Pickles and Pastes, Nuts and Seeds
Rice: Basmati Rice, Long Grain Rice
Pulses: Lentils, Chickpeas
Spices: Turmeric, Cumin, Coriander
Flours: Wheat Flour, Gram Flour
Oils: Sunflower Oil, Mustard Oil
Canned Goods: Canned Vegetables, Canned Fruits
Snacks: Savoury Snacks, Sweets
AIB Foods Ltd, based in Smethwick, United Kingdom, is a leading distributor, importer, and exporter of ethnic food products, specializing in staple ingredients from the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. With a strong regional presence and growing export partnerships, AIB Foods plays a pivotal role in supplying diverse food products to supermarkets, wholesalers, and foodservice providers across the UK and international markets.
AIB Foods operates as a B2B food distribution company, with operations encompassing:
The company is a reliable partner for ethnic supermarkets, independent grocers, catering services, and convenience stores, particularly those focused on South Asian, Afro-Caribbean, and Halal consumer segments.
AIB Foods supplies a wide variety of products across essential pantry categories:
Packaged in consumer and bulk sizes (1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 20kg), ideal for both retail and catering customers.
Widely used in traditional recipes across Indian, Middle Eastern, and African cuisines.
Available in heat-sealed pouches and PET jars under the AIB label and third-party ethnic brands.
Targeted for both household consumption and HORECA (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering) clients.
Supplied in sizes ranging from 1L retail bottles to 15L catering drums.
Mainly imported from India, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.
These products are stocked to meet the rising demand for authentic, ready-to-eat ethnic food across diaspora and mainstream markets.
AIB Foods' primary strength lies in its deep understanding of multicultural food preferences and its robust supply network of certified international suppliers. The company focuses on:
AIB maintains ready inventory in the UK to ensure short delivery timelines and rapid replenishment.
Although privately held, AIB Foods has demonstrated consistent growth through:
They operate out of a dedicated warehousing and distribution facility in Smethwick, supporting both ambient and dry storage requirements.
AIB Foods exports regularly to:
Exports include branded rice, pulses, oils, and ready-to-consume ethnic snacks, usually shipped via container loads or consolidated LCL pallets through UK ports.
The company serves:
Its diversified product base is aligned to meet demand from both budget-conscious and premium consumers.
AIB Foods operates with key logistical and service capabilities including:
With an emphasis on supply continuity and product authentication, AIB ensures compliance and quality across all orders.
Products are lab-tested where required and supported by CoAs (Certificates of Analysis) for B2B customers.
“AIB Foods continues to be a trustworthy supplier for our ethnic grocery chain. The quality of their pulses and rice is consistently good, and their team is responsive and efficient.”
– Buyer, Midlands-Based Retailer
“We import AIB products into West Africa, and our customers prefer their spices and snacks due to flavor authenticity and competitive pricing.”
– Importer, Accra, Ghana
By focusing on culturally relevant food items, logistics strength, and authenticity, AIB Foods Ltd continues to support the growth of the global ethnic food supply chain from its base in the United Kingdom.
