Bridging MENA Manufacturers with the US Market

A dedicated sourcing and origin-verification agency building transparent, compliant, and resilient cross-border supply chains — in both directions.

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US Companies
Import authentic MENA products or export US goods to Arab markets
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MENA Manufacturers
Enter the US market with a trusted bilingual trade partner
🌍 Total US–MENA Trade · 2025
$146.5B
↑ Growing market
Total goods trade between the US and MENA region · Source: USTR 2025
🇺🇸 US Exports TO MENA · 2025
$89.6B
↑ +11.2% vs 2024
US goods exported to MENA — up $9B from 2024 · Source: USTR
📦 US Imports FROM MENA · 2025
$56.9B
↑ Active market
MENA goods imported into the US · Source: USTR 2025
🇪🇬 US–Egypt Trade · 2025
$12.3B
↑ +39% YoY
Fastest growing bilateral US-MENA trade relationship · Source: USTR
🇮🇶 US–Iraq Trade · 2025
$7.9B
↑ Reconstruction demand
US exports $1.7B — strong growth opportunity · Source: USTR
$146.5B
Total US–MENA goods trade 2025
Source: USTR 2025
$89.6B
US exports to MENA — up 11.2% from 2024
Source: USTR 2025
400M+
People across the MENA region
Source: World Bank
22+
Countries — one trusted bilingual partner
MENA Region
Why Choose Us

Why US–MENA Trade Partners Choose Mena Route Trade

B2B buyers are risk-averse. They need to know why we are safer and more reliable than a random broker. Here is why.

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Cultural Fluency & Presence
Deep roots and direct networks within the MENA region. We eliminate communication barriers that block most US companies from building real supplier relationships. We negotiate in Arabic. We understand the culture. We are trusted in both rooms.
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Regulatory Compliance
Navigating US customs, FDA requirements, import regulations, and strict quality standards — seamlessly, on both sides of the trade. We handle the regulatory complexity end to end so you can focus on growing your business.
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Origin Verification
Ensuring product authenticity and ethical, transparent supply chains from farm or factory to US arrival. We physically audit suppliers, conduct lab testing, and produce certified documentation that makes every origin claim defensible.
Our Expertise

What We Source & What We Supply

We operate in both directions — bringing premium MENA products to the US market, and connecting US brands with Arab buyers across the region.

MENA → US · What We Import
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MENA → US Import
Premium Botanicals & Extracts
Pure cosmetic-grade botanical oils, raw extracts, and natural MENA-origin ingredients — origin-verified and FDA-compliant for US beauty and wellness brands.
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MENA → US Import
Premium Textiles & Fabrics
Luxury regional textiles and raw fabrics sourced directly from MENA manufacturers — certified for origin and positioned for the premium US home and fashion market.
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MENA → US Import
Specialty Consumer Goods
Authentic halal food, specialty spices, artisan goods, and MENA-origin consumer products — tailored and compliant for the growing US specialty and halal retail market.
US → MENA · What We Export
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US → MENA Export
Industrial & Construction Equipment
US-manufactured machinery and industrial tools — in demand across the MENA region's massive reconstruction and infrastructure programs.
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US → MENA Export
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
US pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and healthcare technology — highly demanded across MENA markets where American brands carry premium trust and quality positioning.
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US → MENA Export
Agricultural Products & Food
US wheat, corn, soybeans, halal-certified meat and processed food — meeting the MENA region's significant dependence on US agricultural imports with compliant, verified supply chains.
Abbas Rasheed — Founder, Mena Route Trade
The Founder

Abbas Rasheed

Founder · Mena Route Trade · Philadelphia, PA

I am Abbas Rasheed, and my career has been defined by bridging markets, cultures, and supply chains. Originally from Iraq and based in the United States since 2013, I founded Mena Route Trade to solve a critical market fragmentation: the disconnect between world-class MENA manufacturers and the rapidly growing demand in the US market.

My approach combines rigorous academic grounding with deep, cross-industry operational experience. After earning my BBA in International Business from Temple University, I spent years embedded in the logistics and brand ecosystems of global giants like Amazon and Red Bull, alongside hands-on work in major food distribution networks.

The Process

How We Build Your Trade Route

1
Source Evaluation
We identify, audit, and vet premier MENA manufacturers and US suppliers — ensuring they meet strict quality, volume, compliance, and sustainability standards before any commitment is made.
2
Origin & Compliance Verification
Our team handles product testing, origin-verification documentation, and strict alignment with US import regulations — or MENA country import requirements for US exports going the other direction.
3
End-to-End Logistics
We manage cross-border freight forwarding, customs clearance, and last-mile distribution pipelines — mitigating delay risks and ensuring your products arrive on time and on budget.
Get Started

Ready to Build Your MENA Trade Route?

Whether you are a US company importing from MENA or exporting to Arab markets — or a MENA manufacturer ready for American shelves — the conversation starts here.

About the Company

Mena Route Trade

US · MENA Two-Way Trade House · Founded 2026

A dedicated sourcing, export facilitation, and origin-verification agency eliminating the regulatory, linguistic, and logistical friction that blocks world-class MENA products from the US market — and US products from the Arab world.

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Two-Way Trade
MENA to US and US to MENA — both directions, one partner
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Origin Verified
Every claim physically audited and lab-tested
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Arabic Native
No translators — direct cultural fluency in both markets
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Fully Compliant
US and MENA regulatory expertise end to end
Our Mission

Built to Eliminate One Specific Problem

Mena Route Trade was founded on a single clear observation: despite billions of dollars in annual US-MENA goods trade, the market remains deeply fragmented. US brands cannot reliably access authentic MENA products. MENA manufacturers cannot navigate the US market alone. And the growing Muslim community in America has no dedicated trade infrastructure serving its authentic product needs.

We are not a general trading company. We are a specialized sourcing and origin-verification agency, purpose-built for the US-MENA corridor — operating as a true two-way trade house. We bring MENA products to the US. We take US products into Arab markets. We verify the origin and authenticity of every product in our supply chain.

Our competitive advantage is not technology or scale. It is the combination of native Arabic fluency, deep MENA cultural roots, formal International Business education, and hands-on US logistics experience — all in one organization, serving both sides of the same trade corridor simultaneously.

$146.5B
Total US-MENA goods trade in 2025 — a market that remains largely inefficient and underserved by professional trade infrastructure
Source: USTR 2025
$89.6B
US exports to the MENA region in 2025 — up 11.2% and growing as Arab markets seek American products and brands
Source: USTR 2025
$12.3B
US-Egypt bilateral trade in 2025 — up 39% year over year, fastest growing US-MENA bilateral relationship
Source: USTR 2025
$7.9B
US-Iraq bilateral trade in 2025 — driven by reconstruction demand and significant US export growth opportunity
Source: USTR 2025
Our Approach

How We Are Different

Three principles guide every engagement at Mena Route Trade.

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All Transactions in the US
All contracts and financial transactions are handled locally in the United States. No wire transfers to unknown foreign accounts. No currency risk. No legal uncertainty for US companies engaging with us.
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Everything Verified In Person
We do not rely on supplier-provided documentation alone. Every origin claim is verified through physical visits, accredited lab testing, and independent third-party certification — before any product enters our supply chain.
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One Point of Contact
You work directly with our team — not outsourced account managers or third-party consultants. We know both markets, speak both languages, and are personally accountable for results on both sides of every deal.
The Founder

Why I Founded Mena Route Trade

Abbas Rasheed — Founder, Mena Route Trade

Abbas Rasheed

Founder · Mena Route Trade · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I am Abbas Rasheed, and my career has been defined by bridging markets, cultures, and supply chains. Originally from Iraq and based in the United States since 2013, I founded Mena Route Trade to solve a critical market fragmentation: the disconnect between world-class Middle East and North Africa (MENA) manufacturers and the rapidly growing demand in the US market.

My approach combines rigorous academic grounding with deep, cross-industry operational experience. After earning my BBA in International Business from Temple University, I spent years embedded in the logistics and brand ecosystems of global giants like Amazon and Red Bull, alongside hands-on work in major food distribution networks.

These distinct lenses revealed a consistent bottleneck: US enterprises eagerly seek authentic MENA botanicals, textiles, and consumer goods, but lack the transparent, culturally fluent infrastructure required to secure them safely. Conversely, regional manufacturers possess exceptional product quality but face daunting regulatory, linguistic, and logistical barriers to entry.

Mena Route Trade was built to eliminate that friction. We are not just brokers; we are a dedicated sourcing and origin-verification agency. By commanding both the cultural nuances of the MENA region and the strict regulatory standards of US trade, we establish transparent, compliant, and highly resilient supply chains that drive mutual growth.

Services

Everything You Need to Trade Between the US and MENA — In Both Directions

Three integrated service arms built around the one thing no competitor can offer: authentic Arabic fluency, hands-on logistics expertise, and US market knowledge — all in one partner.

ARM 01 — Trade Consulting

Navigate Both Markets With Confidence

For MENA manufacturers entering the US and US companies sourcing from or exporting to the Arab world.

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US Market Entry Audit
A comprehensive research report for MENA companies covering US demand analysis, competitive landscape, regulatory requirements, and recommended distribution channels — your complete roadmap before you invest a dollar in the US market.
Get a Custom Quote →
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Monthly Trade Consulting Retainer
Ongoing monthly support covering compliance guidance, buyer introductions, distributor negotiation, strategy sessions, and Arabic-language supplier management — for both import and export directions.
Discuss Your Needs →
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Trade Matchmaking
We connect the right MENA suppliers with US buyers — and US brands with Arab distributors and retailers. We make the introduction with our credibility behind it, in both languages, on both sides.
Start a Conversation →
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Arabic Business Liaison
We serve as your Arabic-speaking representative in negotiations, supplier meetings, and government dealings across the MENA region — fluent in language and culture, so nothing gets lost in translation.
Learn More →
ARM 02 — Product Sourcing (MENA → US)

Authentic MENA Products for the US Market

We source and import authentic MENA-origin products — all origin-verified, FDA-compliant, and ready for US retail.

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MENA Botanicals & Cosmetic Ingredients
Premium botanical oils, herbal extracts, and cosmetic-grade ingredients sourced directly from MENA producers — with full origin verification, lab testing, and FDA compliance documentation included.
Inquire About Sourcing →
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Premium Textiles & Fabrics
Luxury MENA-origin textiles and raw fabrics sourced from regional manufacturers — certified for origin and positioned for the premium US home goods and fashion markets.
Request Product Details →
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Specialty Food & Halal Products
Authentic halal-certified specialty food and consumer goods from across the MENA region — sourced for US specialty retailers, distributors, and the rapidly growing Muslim consumer market in America.
Discuss Requirements →
ARM 02B — US Product Export (US → MENA)

Take US Products Into MENA Markets

We help US companies navigate the complex MENA import landscape to successfully sell American products across the Arab world.

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US Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals to MENA
US pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and healthcare technology in high demand across the MENA region. We manage import permits, Ministry of Health registrations, and distributor relationships.
Explore This Market →
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US Agricultural Exports to MENA
The MENA region is heavily dependent on US agricultural imports. We manage phytosanitary certification, halal compliance, and MENA import documentation for US agricultural exporters targeting Arab markets.
Start Exporting →
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US Industrial & Technology Exports to MENA
Construction machinery, industrial equipment, energy technology, and consumer goods from US manufacturers — navigated through MENA customs, certification, and distribution systems.
Discuss Your Export →
ARM 03 — Origin Verification

Prove What You Claim Is Real

Documented, defensible proof that your MENA-origin product is exactly what it says it is.

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Basic Origin Verification
Document review, supplier background check, and written verification report — ideal for brands starting to build their MENA sourcing story and need initial documentation.
Get Started →
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Full Supplier Audit
Physical inspection of producer facilities, GPS-documented site visits, accredited lab testing, and a comprehensive certification report — the gold standard for brands making premium MENA-origin claims.
Request an Audit →
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Annual Monitoring Retainer
Quarterly re-verification and annual certification renewal — ensuring your supplier claims remain defensible and your brand integrity stays protected as your business scales.
Learn More →
Our Process

From First Call to First Shipment

1
Discovery Call
30-minute conversation to understand your goals, products, and what success looks like for your specific situation.
2
Market Audit
We research demand, competition, regulations, and the optimal path for your import or export direction.
3
Partner Match
We identify and verify the right MENA suppliers or US buyers and make the introduction with our credibility behind it.
4
Ongoing Support
We stay with you through compliance, logistics, negotiation, and market growth — not just for the first deal.

Not Sure Which Service You Need?

Start with a free discovery call. We will listen and tell you honestly whether and how we can help — in English or Arabic.

The Problem

Why US–MENA Trade Is Harder Than It Should Be

Despite $146.5 billion in annual US-MENA goods trade, US brands and Arab manufacturers consistently fail to connect — blocked by the same obstacles every time.

🇺🇸 What US Companies Face
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Cannot Verify Origin Claims
Products labeled "MENA-origin" are often mislabeled or diluted. US brands have no way to verify supplier claims without someone physically on the ground in the region who speaks the language.
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Language Barrier Blocks Real Access
The best MENA suppliers do not speak English. Without native Arabic fluency, US companies cannot build the trust-based relationships that MENA business culture requires for reliable long-term supply.
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Regulatory Complexity on Both Sides
FDA, CBP, USDA, phytosanitary certificates — importing from MENA is complex. Equally, exporting US goods to Arab countries involves customs systems, halal certification, and import permits most US teams cannot navigate alone.
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No Trusted Supplier or Buyer Network
Building reliable MENA supplier relationships — or finding the right Arab distributors for US products — requires years of cultural relationship-building most US companies simply do not have.
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Logistics & Cost Uncertainty
Complex shipping, customs procedures, tariffs, and import duties lead to costly surprises and failed shipments for companies navigating US-MENA trade without a specialist partner.
🌍 What MENA Manufacturers Face
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No Knowledge of US Market Rules
FDA registration, HTS codes, labeling requirements, customs bonds — the US import system is a maze that stops most MENA manufacturers before they even make their first shipment.
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No Relationships With US Buyers
Getting products onto US shelves requires buyer and distributor relationships that take years to build from scratch — in a foreign market, in a foreign language, with unfamiliar business culture expectations.
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Export Documentation Complexity
ACID numbers, NAFEZA compliance, phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin — exporting from the MENA region to the US requires navigating a documentation system most manufacturers do not fully understand.
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Cannot Communicate in English
Even exceptional MENA products fail in the US because their makers cannot communicate quality, heritage, and authenticity to American buyers and consumers in compelling English-language brand narratives.
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No US Consumer Market Intelligence
What sells in the MENA region does not automatically sell in the US. Without market research, MENA manufacturers cannot identify the right products, packaging, pricing, or distribution channel for America.

The Growing Muslim Community Makes This Urgent

The Muslim population in the United States is among the fastest-growing communities in the country — deeply underserved by existing trade infrastructure. Authentic MENA products, halal food, and culturally relevant goods have a ready, growing audience in America that nobody is adequately serving at scale.

The Solution

Mena Route Trade Solves Every Obstacle — In Both Directions

Every problem on the previous page has a direct solution. We are a trade bridge built specifically for this gap — not a general consulting firm applying generic advice.

Our Solutions

A Total Solution for US–MENA Trade

All contracts and financial transactions are handled locally in the United States. All MENA-side documentation, compliance, and supplier relationships are handled by us — in Arabic, in person, with verified results.

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Origin Verification You Can Stand Behind
We physically visit MENA suppliers, conduct accredited lab testing, and produce certified documentation proving every origin claim. US brands receive a verification report they can show to retailers, regulators, and consumers.
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Native Arabic — No Translators
We conduct every MENA supplier relationship in Arabic. We build trust-based relationships the way MENA business culture requires and translate that trust into reliable, long-term supply agreements.
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Complete Regulatory Management
We handle FDA registration, CBP compliance, HTS classification, phytosanitary certificates, halal certification, and MENA export documentation — end to end, in both directions.
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Active Supplier & Buyer Network
Years of relationship-building across the MENA region gives us access to verified, high-quality producers that most US companies cannot reach. For MENA manufacturers, we open doors to US buyers and retailers directly.
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End-to-End Logistics Support
From MENA export documentation to US customs clearance and last-mile delivery — we manage the full logistics chain so you do not face costly surprises at any point in the process.
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US Market Entry Strategy
We translate MENA products into compelling US market stories — positioning, pricing, packaging guidance, and direct introductions to US retailers and specialty buyers actively seeking authentic MENA products.
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Serving the Muslim Community Gap
The growing Muslim consumer market in the US represents significant unmet demand. We connect MENA producers directly to this underserved audience through US retail, e-commerce, and specialty distribution channels.
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Two-Way Trade House
Unlike competitors that go only one direction, we operate a complete two-way trade house — bringing MENA products to the US and opening the US market to Arab manufacturers simultaneously.

One Partner. Both Directions. Complete Solution.

Whether you are importing from MENA or exporting to Arab markets — we have the language, relationships, regulatory expertise, and operational experience to make it work.

How It Works

Three Phases. From First Conversation to Market Presence.

A structured process that removes complexity from US–MENA trade in both directions — giving you a clear path from where you are now to where you want to be.

The Three Phases

How We Work Together

01
Phase One
Prepare to Trade
  • Discovery call to understand your goals and products
  • Confirm mutual interest and define engagement scope
  • Conduct US Market Entry Audit or MENA export assessment
  • Determine correct product catalog and target market
  • Complete all regulatory and certification requirements
  • Finalize distribution or sourcing agreement
  • Verify all supplier or buyer credentials and origin claims
02
Phase Two
Execute the Trade
  • Place first orders and manage all documentation
  • Handle export compliance on MENA or US side
  • Manage customs clearance and import compliance
  • Introduce to US buyers, retailers, or MENA distributors
  • Support product positioning and market messaging
  • Manage logistics from origin to final destination
  • Monitor and verify quality at every stage of transit
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Phase Three
Grow the Business
  • Build brand awareness in target market
  • Sign additional retail and distribution partners
  • Attract new customers through marketing support
  • Expand product range based on market feedback
  • Annual origin re-verification and certification renewal
  • Ongoing regulatory compliance monitoring
  • Scale volume and optimize logistics costs
Your Journey With Mena Route Trade
Start
Discovery Call
→
Phase 1
Prepare
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Phase 2
Execute
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Phase 3
Grow
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Result
Market Presence
What Makes Us Different

Why Our Process Works When Others Fail

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All Transactions in the US
All contracts and financial transactions are handled locally in the United States — no wire transfers to unknown foreign accounts, no currency risk, no legal uncertainty for US companies.
🔍
Everything Verified In Person
Every origin claim and quality assertion is verified through physical visits, lab testing, and independent certification — not supplier-provided documentation alone.
📞
One Point of Contact
You work directly with our team — not outsourced account managers or third-party consultants. We know both markets, speak both languages, and are personally accountable for results on both sides of every deal.

Ready to Start Phase One?

The first step is a free discovery call — no commitment, just a conversation to see how we can help you build your US–MENA trade route.

Contact

Let's Build Something Across Two Markets

Whether you are a US company importing from MENA, exporting to Arab markets, or a MENA manufacturer ready for American shelves — the conversation starts here. We respond in English or Arabic.

Get In Touch

Contact Information

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Founder
Abbas Rasheed — Mena Route Trade
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Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · United States
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Website
menaroutetrade.com
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Response Time
Within 24 hours · English and Arabic
Who We Work With
US Importers — brands and buyers sourcing authentic MENA-origin botanicals, textiles, food, or artisan goods with verified origin documentation
US Exporters — companies wanting to sell American products into Arab markets who need a bilingual partner to navigate MENA regulations and buyer relationships
MENA Manufacturers — producers ready to enter the US market who need a trusted partner to handle compliance, buyers, and brand positioning
Start the Conversation
Tell us what you are working on and we will respond within 24 hours in English or Arabic. All inquiries are confidential.

All inquiries are confidential. We respond within 24 hours.

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Message Received
Thank you. Our team will respond personally within 24 hours — in English or Arabic, whichever you prefer.