Ransom from France
French brands - directly, without dealer markup
We pay in euros via SEPA, we work with distributors Paris and Lyon. Cosmetiques, haute couture, wine, foie gras - official supplies.
from 5%
redemption fee
14–21 d
delivery time in KG
from $300
minimum order
100%
payment guarantee
Business profile
France Business Profile
LVMH, Hermès, L'Oréal, Chanel - brands that set standards are created here. Bordeaux and Burgundy wines go to 160 countries, and Grasse remains the center of perfumery raw materials.
Business profile
France Business Profile
- Capital
- Paris
- Currency
- Euro (EUR/€)
- Language
- French
- Time zone
- UTC+1 (in summer UTC+2)
- Customs limit
- up to $200 per individual (EAEU)
- Payment methods
- SEPA EUR, SWIFT EUR, bank transfer
Key facts
LVMH is the world's largest luxury conglomerate with revenues of €86 billion
L'Oréal is the No. 1 global cosmetics manufacturer
Bordeaux and Burgundy - standard wines with 2,000 years of history
Airbus and Safran are the flagships of the French aerospace
Marketplaces
Where do they buy from France?
Specialized retailers and direct distributors of brands. The French market is closed, you need the right contacts.
FNAC/Darty
The largest French retailers of electronics, books and household goods. A wide range of European equipment and exclusive French publications.
- French and European electronic brands
- Books, music, games - French publishing house
- Household appliances at EU prices
Official brands
L'Oréal, Vichy, La Roche-Posay, Caudalie are direct distributors. For the restaurant market - Rungis, a wholesale food market near Paris.
- Pharmacy brands La Roche-Posay, Bioderma, Avène
- Rungis is the largest wholesale food market in the world
- Official distributors of Bordeaux and Champagne
Europages / Direct manufacturers
Industrial suppliers from Lyon, cosmetics producers from Grasse, winemakers from Burgundy - direct contacts via Europages and trade associations.
- Perfume houses of Grasse - aromatic components
- Industrial Lyon - chemistry and pharmaceuticals
- Direct negotiations with manufacturers outside of marketplaces
Why us
Advantages of purchasing through OZTA
French brands rarely sell directly abroad. We have access to distributors and manufacturers.
SEPA payments without commissions
SEPA is the standard for France, money arrives in 1 business day. We work through a partner account in a European bank.
Certificates of Authenticity
For luxury goods we issue a Certificate of Authenticity from the official distributor. Important for resale and for customs.
Negotiations in French
French suppliers prefer to communicate in their native language, especially in the luxury segment. Our partners in Paris are negotiating directly.
VAT refund upon export
French VAT 20% is refundable on exports from the EU. We take this into account in the calculation - the final price is lower than the retail price.
From cosmetics to winemaking
We work with any segment: pharmaceutical cosmetics, haute couture, food products, industrial chemicals Solvay and Arkema.
Anti-counterfeit protection
French luxury is the most faked in the world. We work only through official distributors and direct brand stores.
What are they purchasing?
Popular categories from France
Cosmetics, wine, fashion, products - French quality without intermediaries.
Electronics
Industrial electronics Schneider Electric, ST Microelectronics are French manufacturers with factories in 30+ countries.
Schneider Electric, ST Microelectronics
Clothing and textiles
French ready-to-wear brands: Sandro, Maje, A.P.C. - a more accessible segment of French fashion. Mulhouse and Lyon fabrics.
Sandro, Maje, A.P.C., Mulhouse fabrics
Auto parts
OEM spare parts for Renault, Peugeot, Citroën - manufactured in France. Valeo, Faurecia are French Tier-1 suppliers to the automotive industry.
Renault OEM, Valeo, Faurecia
Equipment
Schneider Electric - production automation. Air Liquide - industrial gases. Alstom - transport systems and wagons.
Schneider Electric, Air Liquide, Alstom
Construction materials
Saint-Gobain - glass, insulation, gypsum - French global leader in building materials. Lafarge - cement and concrete.
Saint-Gobain, Lafarge, Isover
Cosmetics
L'Oréal, Vichy, La Roche-Posay, Bioderma, Caudalie, Chanel - from pharmacy lines to the luxury segment. Grasse is the center of perfumery raw materials.
La Roche-Posay, Bioderma, L'Oreal, Chanel
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
Typical purchasing situations
Four typical situations when purchasing in France. How do we solve them?
Typical problems
The French brand does not sell directly in the CIS, only through dealers with a huge markup
There is no confidence in originality; there are many fakes of French brands on the market
The manufacturer's minimum quantity is too large
French language, no possibility to negotiate independently
Solutions OZTA
We work through official EU distributors, we buy directly without any extra charge from the CIS dealer
We purchase from official stores and distributors with Certificate of Authenticity
We consolidate several orders or find a distributor with a flexible MOQ
Partners in Paris negotiate in French, directly with brands
Important nuances
What you need to know about purchasing in France
Specifics of the French luxury market and export features.
Customs regulations
Cosmetics - duty 5–12% in the EAEU. Wine - 18–20% + excise tax. Clothing - 10–15%. With EUR.1 certificate - preferential rates for a number of goods.
Payment Features
SEPA is the best option for France. SWIFT works, but is slower. Luxury distributors require 100% prepayment - we work through a letter of credit.
Seasonality
Grandes Vacances (July-August) - many French companies are working reduced hours or are closed for 2-4 weeks. Plan to order before or after.
Minimum quantity
Cosmetics through a distributor - from €500. Wine - from 6 bottles. Manufacturer of perfume raw materials (Grass) - from 5 kg of ingredient.
Certification
Cosmetics - the EAEU requires a safety declaration and notification. Alcohol - excise stamps upon import. Products - veterinary certificate for meat.
Common mistakes
Purchasing wine without checking the excise legislation of the EAEU. Purchasing cosmetics from third-party resellers instead of official distributors.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer questions about purchasing in France.
What is the minimum order from France?
How long does it take for cargo to arrive from France?
How do you pay French suppliers?
How to check the authenticity of French cosmetics?
How to import French wine to Kyrgyzstan?
Do you need a European bank account?
What if I received cosmetics with an expiration date?
Working with small winemakers from Burgundy or Bordeaux?
Other directions
We buy not only in France
Suppliers in 30+ countries. Choose a direction.