Comercial Gallo, S.A.U., known under its flagship brand Pastas Gallo, is Spain’s leading pasta manufacturer with over 75 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Headquartered in El Carpio, Spain, the company offers a diverse range of pasta products, sauces, flours, and ready meals, and has established itself as a staple brand in Spanish households and a growing force in international markets.
Core Business
Comercial Gallo, S.A.U. operates across several key categories:
- Production of Dry and Fresh Pasta
- Sauce Manufacturing (ambient and fresh)
- Flour and Breadcrumb Production
- Ready-to-Eat Meals under sub-brands
- Gluten-Free and Functional Food Products
- Private Label Manufacturing for International Clients
The company operates several production plants across Spain and maintains a vertically integrated supply chain that includes milling its own semolina.
Product and Service Offerings
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Dry Pasta:
- Classic pasta (penne, spaghetti, fusilli, etc.)
- Egg pasta
- Whole wheat and multigrain options
- Gluten-free pasta (certified)
- Organic (bio) pasta
- Pasta made from legumes (lentils, chickpeas)
- Specialty pasta for children
- Couscous
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Fresh Pasta:
- Filled pasta (ravioli, tortellini)
- Gnocchi (potato-based and variants)
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Sauces:
- Ambient Sauces: Pesto, Bolognese, Napolitana
- Fresh Sauces: Truffle, Mushroom, Parmesan & Pear
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Flours:
- Semolina and soft wheat flours
- Special flours for baking and pizza
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Breadcrumbs:
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Ready-to-Eat Meals:
- Asian meals under the Ta-Tung brand, including noodles and rice dishes
Specialization and Core USP
Pastas Gallo’s unique strengths lie in its full-spectrum pasta offering and deep integration into Spanish food culture:
- Market leader in pasta with over 30% share of Spain’s pasta market
- Complete gluten-free line produced in a separate dedicated facility
- First brand in Spain to introduce pasta made from 100% legumes
- Owned semolina mill, ensuring quality control from grain to shelf
- Commitment to sustainability, including recyclable packaging and low-emission facilities
Financials
According to financial records and industry sources:
- Annual Revenue (2023): Estimated EUR 210–230 million
- Market Leadership: #1 pasta brand in Spain by volume and value
- Export Revenue Share: ~15% of total sales
- Product Volume: Over 120,000 tons of pasta produced annually
Shipment and Export Records
Based on trade records and export intelligence:
- Primary Export Markets: France, Portugal, Germany, the UK, Latin America
- Top Export Products: Gluten-free pasta, egg pasta, legume-based pasta
- Export Volume (2023): Estimated 18,000–20,000 metric tons
- OEM and Private Label Services: Provided to supermarket chains and specialty brands in Europe and North Africa
Target Market
- Retail Consumers in Spain and international markets seeking quality, reliable pasta and meal solutions
- Health-Conscious Consumers looking for gluten-free and legume-based options
- Retail Chains and supermarkets in Europe and Latin America
- Private Label Buyers seeking consistent, high-quality pasta manufacturing capabilities
Capabilities
- Multiple Production Sites across Spain including dedicated gluten-free facility
- Fully Integrated Milling Operations ensuring traceability and quality
- Packaging Solutions tailored for export and retail
- Innovation-Driven R&D Team creating new product lines in functional and wellness foods
Certifications and Compliance
- IFS Food Certification
- ISO 22000 Food Safety Certification
- Gluten-Free Certification
- Organic (EU Bio) Certification
- Halal Certification for selected SKUs
Customer Testimonials
Though not publicly compiled, brand loyalty and retailer partnerships indicate strong market presence:
- “Pastas Gallo is synonymous with pasta in Spain” – supermarket category manager (El Corte Inglés)
- “Consistently high quality and innovation in gluten-free segment” – export partner in France
- “Trustworthy partner for private label in legumes and specialty pasta” – distributor in Germany
Major Achievements
- First to Introduce Gluten-Free Pasta in Spain with its own dedicated plant
- 75+ Years of Market Presence, becoming the most recognized pasta brand in Spain
- Expansion into Asian Cuisine with Ta-Tung ready meal brand acquisition
- Awarded Brand of the Year multiple times in Spain’s grocery sector
- Sustainability Milestone (2022): Over 80% packaging switched to recyclable materials
Comercial Gallo, S.A.U. continues to lead through innovation, quality, and deep consumer trust, both in its home market and globally, making it one of Europe's most versatile and reliable food manufacturers.
