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TradeDepot

Distributor

Connecting international brands to African retailers via a digital supply chain

Lagos, Nigeria 🇳🇬Founded 2016500+ employeestradedepot.co

Trust core

A real, operating distributor

Active company · Distributor · 2 independent sources

Website live

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Certifications verifiable

IAF CertSearch

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Does it exist and operate now?

  • Website liveJun 2026proof

Do independent sources agree?

Trust timeline

  1. 2016founded (registry / declared)

Not enough dated points to assess consistency yet.

Cross-checks

  • Cross-checks appear as independent sources get collected.
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domain-livegreenJun 2026proof
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Not yet checkable from open public sources in Nigeria: A maker, not a middleman · Clean record, no blacklist · No debts or court trouble · Sound people behind it · Reachable and responsive.

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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
  • Cosmetic products must be notified in the EU Cosmetic Products Notification Portal (CPNP) before being placed on the EU market. European Commission (CPNP)
  • For the US market, MoCRA requires cosmetic facility registration and product listing with the FDA. US FDA (MoCRA)

Distribution capabilities

Partner roles
DistributorWholesaler
Countries covered
🇳🇬 Nigeria 🇬🇭 Ghana 🇿🇦 South Africa
Sales channels
Wholesale & Cash-and-CarryE-commerce & Online
Customer types
Convenience StoresWholesalers & Cash-and-CarryRegional Sub-distributors

About

TradeDepot manages distribution logistics for consumer goods brands to thousands of retailers in West and South Africa.

Primary markets
🇳🇬 Nigeria 🇬🇭 Ghana 🇿🇦 South Africa
Certifications (declared)

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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 TradeDepot based?

TradeDepot is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Is TradeDepot a manufacturer or a distributor?

TradeDepot is a distributor listed on Hell of a Partner.

What does TradeDepot supply?

TradeDepot works across Pantry & Dry Goods, Cleaning & Household Supplies, Personal Care.

Which markets does TradeDepot serve?

TradeDepot serves Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa.

When was TradeDepot founded?

TradeDepot was founded in 2016.

Which certifications does TradeDepot declare?

TradeDepot declares: ISO 9001. 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 TradeDepot?

TradeDepot reports a team in the 500+ employees bracket.

What are the alternatives to TradeDepot?

Buyers comparing TradeDepot usually also look at Alerzo, Omnibiz, Ekulo International, out of 19 Pantry & Dry Goods suppliers listed in Nigeria on this marketplace.

Is TradeDepot verified on Hell of a Partner?

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