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Launch & Scale Your Food Brand in China

We partner with high-quality international food brands to ensure success in the Chinese market — from launch to scale.

ADN staff representing Terry's Chocolate at exhibition booth in China

China is a big, exciting market with lots of potential for the right brands to succeed.

It’s not always easy to break into.

We make it simple.

Market Preparation

We prepare key foundational work to ensure your brand’s IP is protected, products are compliant, selling points for China are emphasised  and commercial proposition and market position clear.

Connect to Buyer Network

Guided by data, we carefully analyse which products to present to which channels in our Buyer Network. Cultivating our relationships for long term partnership is at the heart of everything we do.

A Partner You Can Rely On

We act as your dedicated team in China, dedicated to your growth. Our in-depth preparation creates strong relationships with buyers that keep on buying.

Market Services

We offer 3 routes to market.

These are our 3 Service Pillars to help you launch in China.

Bottle of Mis Amigos tequila showing Chinese language ingredients label

Market Entry & Setup

We carefully choose the brands we represent to protect the strong relationships we’ve built with Chinese buyers.

A Chinese girl checking her mobile phone

Red Note

We act as an extension of your team, providing all the support you need to launch and scale in China.

Shortbread House of Edinburgh products on display in a Chinese store

China Distribution

Growth is at the heart of everything we do. Driving sales, expanding market share, and building profitable, lasting China success for your brand.

Our Brands

We partner with a carefully chosen portfolio of brands.

Each brand shares our commitment to quality and success in the Chinese market.

Our range includes:

U Fit Strawberry flavour protein drink with strawberries and granola on red background

Drinks

Mis Amigos Chocolate & Lime Tequila bottle with glasses and lime slices on a dark background

Alcohol

Two packets of Hippeas chickpea puffs

Snacks

Terry's Chocolate Orange box with classic orange and blue design

Confectionery

Mackie's Honeycomb ice cream tub held by hand, stacked ice cream containers in background

Frozen

Whittard of Chelsea

Whittard Pomelo and Peach iced-tea drinks, next to fresh fruit and tins of instant tea

Whittard of Chelsea is a British retailer specializing in premium teas, coffees, hot chocolate, and related accessories, known for its carefully sourced blends, elegant packaging, and a long-standing heritage dating back to 1886.

Distributor, retailer & buyer introductions

China contract negotiation support

Retail activation

Whittard of Chelsea Pomelo and Peach iced-tea drinks and tins, with fresh fruit

Shortbread House of Edinburgh

Shortbread House of Edinburgh tins with colourful floral designs and cookies in front

Shortbread House of Edinburgh is a Scottish bakery specializing in traditional, handmade shortbread. Founded in 1989, it is renowned for its rich, buttery, preservative-free treats and has won multiple Great Taste Awards.

Distributor, retailer & buyer introductions

Retail activation

Shortbread House of Edinburgh tins with colourful floral designs and cookies in front

Terry’s Chocolate Orange

Terry's Chocolate Orange box with classic orange and blue design

Terry’s Chocolate Orange is a classic British treat made of smooth milk chocolate infused with natural orange oil, shaped like a real orange with individually segmentable slices. It’s known for its fun “tap and unwrap” ritual and its rich, zesty chocolate flavor.

Market entry and strategy consultation

Distributor, retailer & buyer introductions

Sales presentation & design asset creation

Tradeshow representation

ADN staff representing Terry's Chocolate at exhibition booth in China

Our Retailers

Our distribution network is always growing, and includes some of the China’s most respected names in food retail and distribution.

With such a wide range of retail channels, we are sure to have the right retailers for your brand’s success.

Convenience Stores

A vibrant Chinese street scene featuring a FamilyMart convenience store with neon signage at night

Supermarkets

Walmart store exterior with green signage and Chinese characters in an urban setting

Warehouse Clubs

Interior of a Sam's club wholesaler in China

Coffee Shops

A Starbucks in China, with two Chinese flags hanging out front

Online Retailers

Secure online payment with UnionPay on mobile device, next to a laptop showing an ecommerce store

Gyms & Vending

LeFit gym entrance in china

If you have questions, we’re here to help.

About Us

ADN Partnership is a collaborative, passionate, and diverse team with a shared love of great food.

Everything we do is guided by three core principles:

ADN Partnership team at international trade and innovation centre in China

Built on trust

We carefully choose the brands we represent to protect the strong relationships we’ve built with Chinese buyers.

ADN Partnership booth at a trade show in China, with staff and promotional displays

Driven by service

We act as an extension of your team, providing all the support you need to launch and scale in China.

ADN Partnership team presenting global business strategy in a modern office setting

Focused on growth

Growth is at the heart of everything we do. Driving sales, expanding market share, and building profitable, lasting China success for your brand.

Say Hello.

Send us a message, we’d love to hear from you.

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