Mauritania - Distribution & Sales ChannelsMauritania-Distribution-Sales-Channel
Almost all of Mauritania’s imported goods enter Mauritania via the port in Nouakchott or Nouadhibou. From there, they are trucked to wholesalers, distributors, and retailers who distrubute them directly to the end users. Large wholesalers, especially those involved in the leading family conglomerates that dominate much of Mauritania's economy, account for the majority of the country’s import trade. Agents operating on commission deal mainly in electronic components or heavy machinery and spare parts.
Most goods are retailed through small shops, boutiques, or by vendors in the sprawling open-air markets prominent in Nouakchott and other towns. The informal sector remains pervasive, involved in everything from the sale of livestock and vehicles to spare parts, used clothing, and vegetables. Medium-sized stores and small supermarkets are increasingly popular, especially in Nouakchott and Nouadibou.
Prepared by the International Trade Administration. With its network of more than 100 offices across the United States and in more than 75 markets, the International Trade Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.
Most goods are retailed through small shops, boutiques, or by vendors in the sprawling open-air markets prominent in Nouakchott and other towns. The informal sector remains pervasive, involved in everything from the sale of livestock and vehicles to spare parts, used clothing, and vegetables. Medium-sized stores and small supermarkets are increasingly popular, especially in Nouakchott and Nouadibou.
Prepared by the International Trade Administration. With its network of more than 100 offices across the United States and in more than 75 markets, the International Trade Administration of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.