How to Buy Olive Oil in Bulk: Choosing a Supplier and Requesting a Quote

To buy olive oil in bulk, first decide which format you need — drums or flexitanks for large liquid volumes, or pallets and cases for wholesale resale — then match the grade to the end use (extra virgin for premium retail and finishing, pomace for cost-sensitive frying and processing), shortlist exporters with verifiable origin and export experience, and send a quote request that states quantity, packaging, grade, destination port, and sample requirements. This guide applies to importers, distributors, private-label brands, and food businesses buying in commercial volumes rather than single bottles.

Step 1: Define what "bulk" means for your business

Bulk olive oil is not one product format. Two buyers asking for "bulk" may need completely different things:

Decide this before contacting anyone. A supplier set up for flexitank exports may not handle retail-ready labeled cases, and vice versa. Your choice also drives your logistics costs, storage needs, and whether you need labeling capability from the supplier.

Step 2: Match the grade to the end use

Greek suppliers typically offer at least two grades, and the site above lists exactly these two product lines: Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Pomace Olive Oil.

• Extra virgin (EVOO) — for premium retail shelves, restaurants where flavor matters, and private-label products positioned on quality. Higher cost, but it supports a higher retail price.
• Pomace oil — for cost-sensitive applications: high-volume frying, food processing, or value-tier retail. Lower cost per liter, neutral profile.

If your product story depends on Greek origin and taste, EVOO is the grade to quote. If your margin depends on volume at the lowest cost, ask about pomace. Requesting both in the same inquiry lets you compare landed cost per liter directly.

Step 3: Screen the supplier on the things that cause problems later

Origin and export track record matter more than a polished website. When evaluating a Greek supplier, check:

• Origin and production — is the oil produced in Greece, or merely shipped from there? The supplier above states its products are produced in Greece.
• Export experience — how long have they been exporting, and to which markets? "Since 1999" and "for the last 15 years we export worldwide" are the kind of claims you should ask to verify with references or shipping documents.
• Certifications and quality documents — ask for a certificate of analysis (COA) per batch, and any food-safety or organic certification relevant to your market.
• Minimum order quantity (MOQ) — this determines whether the supplier is even a fit. MOQs vary widely and are not published on most supplier sites, so this is a question, not an assumption.
• Capacity and consistency — can they supply the same profile across repeat orders? Batch consistency is the most common failure point in bulk buying.

Step 4: Send a quote request that gets a usable answer

A vague inquiry ("please send your best price for olive oil") produces a vague reply. Include these fields:

1. Grade — extra virgin, pomace, or both
2. Quantity — in liters or metric tons, plus your expected annual volume if you plan repeat orders
3. Packaging — drums, flexitank, IBC, or labeled cases; specify unit sizes
4. Destination — port or city, so the supplier can quote freight terms
5. Incoterms — FOB, CIF, or EXW; this changes who pays freight and insurance
6. Samples — request a sample before committing to a container
7. Private label — state upfront if you need your own branding, since not all exporters offer it
8. Documents — COA, origin certificate, and any import-market requirements

Step 5: Compare quotes on landed cost, not unit price

The lowest unit price is often not the lowest total cost. Build a comparison that includes:

• Unit price at the quoted Incoterm
• Freight and insurance (if not included)
• Import duties and local charges at destination
• Payment terms — these affect your cash flow and risk
• Documentation included vs. charged extra
• Lead time from order to shipment

Two quotes that look 10% apart on unit price can reverse once freight and terms are added.

Step 6: Before you commit

• Order a sample and evaluate taste, acidity, and consistency against your spec.
• Confirm batch-to-batch consistency in writing, including what happens if a batch fails your spec.
• Clarify labeling and private-label terms if you're selling under your own brand.
• Review the contract for delivery windows, quality tolerances, and dispute terms.

Greek olive oil is a genuine origin advantage for premium positioning, but origin alone doesn't protect you from logistics or consistency problems. The supplier's export history, documentation, and willingness to answer specific questions are better signals than marketing language.

For direct inquiries, the supplier above lists contact details at 90 Kiprou Avenue, 16451, Athens, Greece, with phone +30 210 9967247 and fax +30 210 9967243.