Includes typical use of agents and distributors and how to find a good partner, e.g., whether use of an agent or distributor is legally required.
Last Published: 6/15/2016

There are currently no local companies that act as agents or distributors for U.S. companies.  For example, Coca-Cola is sold through a Portuguese distributor that buys products directly from Portugal.  However, there are some local companies that have experience working with U.S. companies.  To find a local agent for a company, contact a U.S. Department of Commerce district office and request ADS (agents/distributors service).  If Commerce records do not already contain suitable prospects, the office will ask the U.S. Embassy in Libreville for information.

Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.


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