Ransom from Ecuador
Ecuador - bananas, roses and shrimp directly from producers
We pay in dollars—Ecuador’s economy is dollarized. World leader in the export of bananas and roses. We purchase directly from farms and exporters.
from 7%
redemption fee
14–21 d
delivery time in KG
from $500
minimum order
100%
payment guarantee
Business profile
Ecuador Business Profile
Small country - giant agricultural export. No. 1 in the world for bananas and roses. The third exporter of shrimp. Fino de aroma cocoa accounts for 60% of the world's production of elite varieties. A dollarized economy simplifies calculations.
Business profile
Ecuador Business Profile
- Capital
- Quito (downtown - Guayaquil)
- Currency
- US dollar (USD/$)
- Language
- Spanish
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Customs limit
- up to $200 per individual (EAEU)
- Payment methods
- Bank transfer in USD, SWIFT
Key facts
No. 1 in the world in banana exports - 6+ million tons per year
Largest exporter of roses - 4 billion stems annually
Third world exporter of shrimp - $5+ billion per year
60% of the world's elite fino de aroma cocoa comes from Ecuador
Marketplaces
Where to buy in Ecuador
Ecuador is a direct supplier market. We work with farms, exporters and industry associations.
Mercado Libre Ecuador
Local version of the Latin American marketplace. Electronics, clothing, household goods. Suitable for small batches and retail.
- The largest online marketplace in Ecuador
- Secure payments through Mercado Pago
- Suitable for small purchases
Direct suppliers / Exporters
Main procurement channel. Banana farms of El Oro and Guayas, shrimp farms of the coast, flower plantations of the province of Cotopaxi.
- Direct contracts without intermediaries
- Export companies with licenses
- Quality control on the farm
Industry associations
AEBE (bananas), ANECACAO (cocoa), CNA (aquaculture) - industry associations help find certified exporters with a quality guarantee.
- Verified exporters
- Certificates of quality and origin
- Stable supplies all year round
Why us
Six reasons to work with OZTA
Ecuador is a niche market with unique products. You need contacts, knowledge of phytosanitary standards and logistics across the ocean.
We pay in dollars - no conversion
Ecuador's economy has been dollarized since 2000. No losses on the exchange rate - we transfer USD directly to the supplier’s account.
Turnkey phytosanitary documents
Bananas, roses, shrimp - everything requires an Agrocalidad phytosanitary certificate. We process it together with the exporter and check it before shipment.
Negotiations in Spanish
Ecuadorian farmers and exporters work in Spanish. Our managers negotiate without an interpreter - faster and more accurately.
Logistics of perishable goods
Roses and shrimp require a cold chain. We calculate the cost of refrigerated delivery in advance - by air or refrigerated container by sea.
From trial batch to container
For roses and cocoa - trial batch from $500. For bananas and shrimp - container shipments. We select the volume to suit your budget.
We know the Ecuadorian agricultural market
Harvest seasons, Agrocalidad requirements, peculiarities of packaging roses for air transportation - we work with this regularly.
What are they purchasing?
Popular categories from Ecuador
Bananas from El Oro, roses from Cotopaxi, shrimp from Guayaquil, cocoa from Esmeraldas.
Cocoa and chocolate
Ecuadorian fino de aroma cocoa is the most aromatic in the world. 60% of the world's elite Nacional variety. Premium Pacari chocolate is exported to 40+ countries.
Cocoa Nacional, Pacari, cocoa butter
Flowers and roses
Ecuadorian roses - large buds, bright colors, durability up to 3 weeks. Grown at an altitude of 2,800 m in the province of Cotopaxi. Export - $900+ million per year.
Roses, carnations, gypsophila
Seafood
The third exporter of shrimp in the world. Pacific white shrimp is a staple. Tuna is the second most important. Frozen and canned.
Shrimp, tuna, tilapia
Bananas and fruits
No. 1 in the world in banana exports. Cavendish is the main variety. Also mango, passion fruit, pitahaya. Year-round supplies due to the equatorial climate.
Cavendish bananas, mango, pitahaya
Coffee
Ecuador grows both Arabica and Robusta, a rare combination for one country. Highland Arabica from Loja is prized for its mild taste. Small but high-quality batches.
Arabica from Loja, robusta, green coffee
Natural products
Avocado oil, coconut oil, aloe vera extract - Ecuador produces natural raw materials for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Panama hats (yes, they are from Ecuador).
Oils, aloe, Panama hats
How does this work
Four steps - from application to result
A personal manager accompanies the task from the first request to completion.
- 01
Bid
Describe the task: what needs to be bought, paid for, or delivered. We will answer within an hour.
1 hour - 02
Calculation
We will calculate the cost, terms and commission. Everything in one offer, no hidden extras.
1 day - 03
Payment
Transfer to us - we pay the supplier or service from a local account on the same day.
1 day - 04
Execution
Redemption, replenishment or delivery - depends on the task. Tracking at every stage.
from 1 hour
Problems and solutions
What are the challenges when purchasing in Ecuador?
Four typical situations. How do we solve them?
Typical problems
We don’t know reliable suppliers, the market is small, there is little information
Roses and shrimp spoil, we need a cold chain without breaks
Phytosanitary requirements for food imports into the EAEU, complex bureaucracy
Long distances. Ecuador on the other side of the planet
Solutions OZTA
We work with verified exporters through AEBE, ANECACAO and CNA, verified partners with licenses
We organize refrigerated delivery by air or refrigerated container, temperature control from farm to warehouse
We issue Agrocalidad phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin and veterinary documents for the EAEU
We select a route: air via Bogota or Panama, 14–21 days; sea via Panama Canal, 35–50 days
Important nuances
What you need to know about purchasing in Ecuador
The specifics of Ecuadorian exports are phytosanitary, seasons and logistics of perishable goods.
Customs regulations
Bananas - duty 0–5% in the EAEU. Shrimp - 0–3%. Cocoa - 0%. Roses - 5–15%. For food, phytosanitary control at the border is required.
Payment Features
Ecuador uses the US dollar - no conversion. Bank transfer SWIFT to USD. Small farmers sometimes accept Western Union.
Seasonality
Bananas - all year round (equator!). Roses - peak demand before February 14 and March 8, book 2-3 months in advance. Cocoa: main harvest April–June.
Minimum quantity
Roses - from 1 box (300–500 stems). Bananas - from a container (about 20 tons). Cocoa - from 1 ton. Shrimp - from 500 kg frozen.
Certification
Food: Agrocalidad phytosanitary certificate is required. Shrimp: veterinary certificate + enterprise approval for the EAEU. Cocoa: ANECACAO quality certificate.
Common mistakes
Order roses without a cold chain and you will lose the shipment. Do not take into account the time for processing phytosanitary documents - add 3-5 days to the deadlines.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer questions about purchasing in Ecuador.
What is the minimum order from Ecuador?
How long does it take for cargo to arrive from Ecuador?
Are Ecuadorian roses really better?
How are roses delivered so they don't wilt?
What documents are needed to import shrimp?
Can I order a trial batch of cocoa?
In Ecuador they pay in dollars - is this true?
Do you work with small farmers or only large exporters?
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