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At a glance

PIROTAIS is a distributor in Verrieres-En-Anjou, France, operating since 1977.

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Company Passport

PIROTAIS

Distributor

Pirotais - Potato trader and packer

Verrieres-En-Anjou, France 🇫🇷Founded 197711-50 employeespirotais.comVAT verified (EU VIES)
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Trust core

Verified from 7 independent public records

Active company · Distributor

Does it exist and operate now?

Is it safe to deal with?

  • Not on sanctions listsShows no trading ban. Says nothing about reputation.Jul 2026OpenSanctions
  • Not banned from public contractsShows it has not been barred from public contracts for misconduct.Jul 2026OpenSanctions
  • First recorded on the web archiveShows the company was already trading online back then.Aug 2026Internet Archive (Wayback)

Who is behind it?

Is it reachable and responsive?

  • Contact email bouncedMail to this address bounced. Ask for a working one.

Do independent sources agree?

Trust timeline

  1. 1955company website ("since ...")
  2. 1977founded (registry / declared)
  3. 2015domain registration (RDAP)
  4. 2016first web archive snapshot

The domain is younger than the company. That is ordinary: an established maker often registers its site, or a new brand domain, years after founding.

Cross-checks

  • Identity agrees across independent sources (name and VIES register)
  • Contact email is on the company's own domain
View detailed audit trail
Website liveJul 2026proof
Legally registered and still activeAug 2026proof
Website domain registeredAug 2026proof
Places goods on the market (national producer register)Aug 2026proof
Not on sanctions listsJul 2026proof
Not banned from public contractsJul 2026proof
First recorded on the web archiveAug 2026proof
Named directors on fileJul 2026proof
Certifications verifiedJul 2026proof
Certifications verifiedJan 2016proof
Organic certification in the state registryAug 2026proof
EU VAT number valid for cross-border tradeJul 2026proof
Listed in a source registryproof
Certifications unverified
Contact email bounced

Check it yourself: Sanctions search (OpenSanctions) · VAT in EU VIES

Not yet checkable from open public sources in France: No debts or court trouble.

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Rules that apply to these goods

Regulations that commonly apply to shipments in this sector. Not legal advice: verify against the linked official source.

  • EU imports of food of animal origin and many other food categories must be pre-notified in TRACES and enter through border control posts. European Commission (TRACES)
  • US imports require the foreign facility to be FDA-registered and the importer to run a Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP). US FDA

About

In the company's own words. We have not verified these claims.

Pirotais has specialized in potato packaging since 1955. The factory is located in Maine et Loire, near Angers.

Primary markets
Certifications (declared)
Protect Your Money Before You Pay+

Safe Bets (You can get a refund)

  • Credit cards
  • PayPal (specifically "Goods and Services")
  • Escrow services (where your money is held safely until the goods actually arrive)
  • Letter of Credit (best for large, bulk orders)

Red Flags (Your money is gone for good)

  • Wire transfers to personal bank accounts
  • Crypto
  • Western Union or MoneyGram
  • Gift cards

The ultimate warning sign: If a supplier refuses cards or escrow and only pushes for non-reversible payment methods, walk away immediately. This is the number one sign of a scam. Either insist on escrow or drop the deal.

Double-check the names: The name on the bank account must perfectly match the officially registered company name. If it doesn't, stop right there.

First-time orders: Always use an independent escrow service for your first order. This ensures the supplier only gets paid after you have the goods in hand.

Company facts

Where is PIROTAIS based?

PIROTAIS is based in Verrieres-En-Anjou, France.

Is PIROTAIS a manufacturer or a distributor?

PIROTAIS is a distributor listed on Hell of a Partner.

What does PIROTAIS supply?

PIROTAIS works across Specialty & Gourmet Food.

When was PIROTAIS founded?

PIROTAIS was founded in 1977.

Is PIROTAIS on official record?

Yes. PIROTAIS appears in the following official or independent registers: VIES (EU VAT), VIES (European Commission), France INSEE Sirene state register (data.gouv.fr bulk file). Each is a free public source a buyer can re-check.

VIES (EU VAT)VIES (European Commission)France INSEE Sirene state register (data.gouv.fr bulk file)

What is PIROTAIS's VAT or tax ID?

PIROTAIS's VAT number is FR62309856946. It was validated against the EU VIES system; you can re-check it there for free.

Which certifications does PIROTAIS declare?

PIROTAIS declares: EU Organic. Certifications marked verified on this page were checked against the issuer's register; treat the rest as declared until you see the certificate number.

How large is PIROTAIS?

PIROTAIS reports a team in the 11-50 employees bracket.

What are the alternatives to PIROTAIS?

Buyers comparing PIROTAIS usually also look at APIMAB LABORATOIRES (APIMAB), BEDOUIN, AUCHAN RETAIL AGRO (SCOFEL), out of 10001 Specialty & Gourmet Food suppliers listed in France on this marketplace.

Is PIROTAIS verified on Hell of a Partner?

Not yet. PIROTAIS is listed from public sources and has not completed verification. Review the trust signals on this page before you make contact.

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