Ransom from Italy
Made in Italy - at Italian market prices
We pay in euros via SEPA, negotiate in Italian. Leather goods, furniture, equipment - directly from the factories of Milan, Florence and Bologna.
from 5%
redemption fee
14–21 d
delivery time in KG
from $300
minimum order
100%
payment guarantee
Business profile
Italy Business Profile
The second largest producer in the EU. Armani, Gucci, Prada - fashion. Calligaris, B&B Italia - furniture. Bologna - packaging equipment. And also Parmesan, prosciutto and olive oil with DOP protected status.
Business profile
Italy Business Profile
- Capital
- Rome (business centers - Milan, Bologna, Florence)
- Currency
- Euro (EUR/€)
- Language
- Italian
- 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
Milan is the capital of world fashion, 4 largest fashion weeks a year
Brianza furniture cluster – exports €11 billion per year
Second world exporter of mechanical engineering - $60+ billion
Olive oil, Parmesan, prosciutto are DOP protected names
Marketplaces
Where do they buy from Italy?
Direct manufacturers and specialized portals. Italians prefer personal business relationships.
Made in Italy portals
ItalianMade, Borsa Italiana Merci, specialized cluster portals - direct manufacturers of Brianza furniture, Florence leather, Prato clothing.
- Brianza furniture cluster - Calligaris, Natuzzi and others
- Leather cluster of Florence - bags, shoes, belts
- Prato is the largest center of textile production
Europages
Industrial manufacturers of packaging equipment from Bologna, machine tools from Brescia, food products from Parma - through Europages.
- Equipment manufacturers from Bologna and Brescia
- Food Cluster of Parma and Emilia Romagna
- Packaging equipment exported to 100+ countries
Direct manufacturers
Italian artisan producers and medium-sized enterprises prefer direct relationships. The Salone del Mobile exhibition is the best place for contacts.
- Artisan production - unique collections to order
- Contacts with leading furniture brands with Salone
- Custom production according to size and color
Why us
Advantages of purchasing through OZTA
Italians value personal touch and do not work with strangers. Our partners in Milan and Bologna have already built relationships.
SEPA without delay
We transfer into euros via SEPA - the money is from the Italian supplier on the next business day. No SWIFT commissions.
Certificates of Authenticity and COO
EUR.1, Certificato di Origine, DOP certificate for products - we collect the entire package for customs and confirmation of origin.
Negotiations in Italian
Italians value personal touch and the right tone. Our partners in Milan and Bologna negotiate prices and conditions directly.
VAT 22% is included in the price
Italian VAT 22% is refundable on export. We calculate the final cost taking into account the return - the real price is lower than the price list.
Artisan and mass production
Small artisan leather workshops and large furniture concerns - we work with both. We help you find a manufacturer for a specific request.
Cluster expertise
Each Italian region specializes: Brescia - metal, Prato - textiles, Florence - leather, Brianza - furniture. We know where to turn.
What are they purchasing?
Popular categories from Italy
Fashion, leather, furniture, equipment, products - Italian quality without intermediaries.
Electronics
Industrial automation Leonardo, defense electronics Finmeccanica, industrial robots Comau (Stellantis group).
Comau, Leonardo, industrial electronics
Clothing and textiles
Ready-to-wear Armani, Versace, Dolce&Gabbana - through official distributors. Como (silk), Prato (wool) fabrics directly from factories.
Italian Como silk, Prato wool, Milan brands
Auto parts
OEM spare parts for Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Lamborghini. Magneti Marelli, Brembo, Pirelli are Italian Tier-1 suppliers to the automotive industry.
Brembo, Pirelli, Magneti Marelli
Equipment
Packaging lines IMA and Coesia (Bologna), machines Salvagnini and Trumpf Italy, food equipment - Italian champions.
IMA Bologna, Coesia, food equipment
Construction materials
Italian marble (Carrara), designer tiles Atlas Concorde, Marazzi are world standards for high-quality objects.
Carrara marble, Atlas Concorde, Marazzi
Cosmetics
Kiko Milano, Pupa, Diego Dalla Palma - Italian cosmetics in the middle segment. Acqua di Parma, Bulgari are niche fragrances.
Kiko Milano, Pupa, Acqua di Parma
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 Italy. How do we solve them?
Typical problems
Italian furniture manufacturer does not want to work with unfamiliar clients
The minimum quantity of leather goods is too large for the first order
DOP products require special documents when imported into the EAEU
There is no way to independently check the quality of tiles or marble
Solutions OZTA
Our partners in Milan are well-known intermediaries with a reputation. Italians trust them
We consolidate several clients or find a distributor without a strict MOQ
We issue a full package: DOP certificate, veterinary, EUR.1
Inspection at a warehouse or factory before shipment: photos, videos, measurements
Important nuances
What you need to know about purchasing in Italy
Specifics of Italian B2B and nuances of export.
Customs regulations
Furniture - 10–15% duty in the EAEU. Clothing - 10–12%. Products - 5–15% + veterinary control. EUR.1 - for preferential rates.
Payment Features
SEPA is ideal. Small artisan producers can ask for cash - we legalize it through an official invoice and bank transfer.
Seasonality
Agosto (August) - all of Italy goes on vacation. Factories are closed for 2–4 weeks. Plan your orders before July 15th or from September 1st.
Minimum quantity
Florence leather - from 5–10 units. Furniture - from 1 unit through a distributor. Como fabrics - from 50 m. DOP products - from 20 kg.
Certification
Furniture - formaldehyde emission test (E1 standard). Products DOP - Protected Designation of Origin documents. Cosmetics - EAEU notification.
Common mistakes
Ordering marble without background radiation testing (Italian marble undergoes control). August is the worst time for orders. Do not request fabric samples.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer questions about purchasing in Italy.
What is the minimum order from Italy?
How long does it take for cargo to arrive from Italy?
How do you pay your Italian suppliers?
Can furniture or leather be checked before shipping?
How to clear Italian furniture at customs?
Do you need an Italian bank account?
What if the furniture arrived with a defect?
Can you help me find a small leather workshop in Florence?
Other directions
We buy not only in Italy
Suppliers in 30+ countries. Choose a direction.