Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are our most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

For all other questions or support requests, please use the contact form found on our Contact Us page. Our team will review your message and get back to you as soon as possible.

What Does American International Foods Do?

American International Foods, Inc. provides the world’s top food and beverage companies with turnkey solutions on more than 2,500 ingredients, commodities, and raw materials for use in commercial food and beverage manufacturing.

What companies work with AIFI?

We supply ingredients to companies in all sectors across the food and beverage manufacturing landscape, including commercial baking, beverage, confections, snacks, and more. To see a complete list of industries we serve, click here.

What food and beverage ingredients does AIFI distribute?

We offer a selection of more than 2,500 food and beverage components in our portfolio ranging from staple commodities to value-added ingredients. To see a complete list of ingredients we offer, click here.

Does AIFI offer organic, non-GMO, kosher, or halal ingredients? Does AIFI provide documentation?

AIFI is an organic certified distributor by the USDA National Organic Program. Our complete product line includes conventional, organic, non-GMO, kosher, halal, gluten-free, fair trade ingredient options, and more.

As a trusted ingredient supplier to food and beverage manufacturers & processors, AIFI maintains rigorous documentation standards, ensuring our ingredients meet or exceed regulatory, safety, and customer-specific requirements.

Quality and safety standards are one of the most important factors when considering where to source your food ingredients from. We consciously vet our materials to ensure you are receiving safe, quality, and thoroughly tested ingredients.

Our comprehensive food safety documentation, ranging from Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to allergen declarations, GFSI audit certifications, and traceability records, provides transparency, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

For more information, please read our Ingredient Documentation Article.

What is your minimum order quantity? (MOQ)

We require a minimum order of one pallet (2,000 lbs. / 907 kgs.) for most ingredients we offer.

Can AIFI provide samples before I submit a purchase order?

Yes! After setting up an account, your AIFI representative will be able to provide samples with all requested documentation for quality, R&D benchwork, and pilot testing. Contact us to request a sample or fill out our Price Request form to receive a quote.

What is the typical onboarding process?

Getting started with us begins with understanding your specific ingredient needs, volume requirements, and purchasing objectives. Once you’re ready to move forward, you will work with a direct point of contact who can help with account setup, pricing and logistics, and any documentation you need.

How is AIFI different from other food ingredient distributors?

We believe the best relationships are built on trust, honest communication, and mutual success. AIFI partners with procurement teams to help them achieve their unique sourcing goals and objectives. We start by reviewing your complete ingredient supply chain and identifying any areas for immediate improvement. AIFI then develops a custom sourcing solution that ensures long-term reliable delivery and cost-competitive supply specifically tailored to help you achieve your sourcing goals.

About American International Foods, Inc. (AIFI) - A Leading Ingredient Supplier & Distributor

American International Foods, Inc. is a leading food & beverage ingredient supplier with an additional full-service portfolio of over 2500 food and beverage ingredients. We offer one of the most extensive lines of ingredients distributed to manufacturers and processors in the food, beverage, pet food, health and nutrition sectors. With a strategic nationwide warehouse network and our reliable just-in-time deliveries, we can supply your business with high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.