Sourcing reliable, high-quality animal food is critical for any importer, distributor or retailer. The United Kingdom is a mature, well-regulated market with strong manufacturing standards, making it an attractive origin for animal feed, pet food and specialty nutrition products.

Wigmore Trading helps businesses across Africa and other regions buy and export Animal Food from the United Kingdom efficiently, compliantly and at competitive prices.

Why export Animal Food from the United Kingdom?

The UK is home to many established animal food manufacturers, including global pet food brands and specialist livestock feed producers. Exporting from the UK offers several advantages:

• Consistent quality – UK producers work under strict safety and quality standards.

• Recognised brands – International and UK brands are trusted by consumers and farmers alike.

• Product variety – From dry pet food and treats to compound feeds, concentrates and supplements, the range is wide.

• Reliable logistics – The UK has strong port infrastructure and regular sailings to West, East and Southern Africa.

For importers, being able to tell customers that products are sourced from the United Kingdom can also support premium positioning and trust.

Key product categories to consider

When you export Animal Food from the United Kingdom, you can source a mix of product types to serve different customers and channels:

• Pet food (dogs and cats)

  • Dry kibble, wet food in cans/pouches, treats and snacks

  • Economy, standard and premium lines for different price points

• Livestock feed

  • Poultry feed (starter, grower, finisher)

  • Cattle, sheep and goat concentrates

  • Dairy rations and mineral blocks

• Aquaculture feeds

  • Floating and sinking pellets for fish and shrimp farms

• Specialty and value-add products

  • Vitamin and mineral supplements

  • Milk replacers for calves, lambs or pets

  • Functional diets (for sensitive digestion, performance, etc.)

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Wigmore Trading can help you build an assortment tailored to your market – for example, focusing on poultry feed and dog food for urban retailers, or bulk livestock feed for agri-distributors.

Compliance and documentation when you export Animal Food from the United Kingdom

Animal food is a regulated category. Importers must pay close attention to documentation to avoid costly delays or rejections at the border. Typical requirements include:

• Commercial and packing documentation

  • Commercial invoice and packing list

  • Detailed product description, HS codes and net/gross weights

• Health and safety documentation

  • Manufacturer declarations regarding ingredients and production processes

  • Veterinary or sanitary certificates where required by the destination country

• Labelling compliance

  • Clear ingredient list and nutritional information

  • Batch codes and “best before” dates

  • Language requirements specific to your market

Wigmore Trading works with trusted UK manufacturers and understands the documentation needed for African and Middle Eastern ports. Our team can coordinate with suppliers to ensure required certificates and labels are in place before shipment. Wigmore Trading can help.

Logistics: moving animal food from the UK to your market

Once products and paperwork are ready, logistics planning becomes the priority. Animal food can be bulky and heavy, so optimising transport is key to protecting your margin.

Important points to consider:

• Mode of shipment

  • Full container loads (FCL) for large orders

  • Groupage / LCL (less-than-container-load) for smaller volumes consolidated with other cargo

• Packaging and palletisation

  • Strong bags or cartons suitable for long-distance sea freight

  • Correct pallet stacking to prevent damage and ease handling at destination

• Transit times and routes

  • Choice of UK port and shipping line will influence transit time

  • Planning around seasonal demand peaks (e.g. festive periods for pet food sales)

Wigmore Trading can arrange consolidation from multiple UK suppliers into a single container, helping you mix product categories and brands while keeping freight costs under control. Contact Wigmore Trading today to streamline your sourcing.

Working with Wigmore Trading to export Animal Food from the United Kingdom

Navigating multiple suppliers, documentation rules and shipping options can be complex, especially if you are new to this category. Partnering with an experienced UK-based exporter makes the process faster and less risky.

Wigmore Trading can support you by:

• Sourcing and supplier selection

  • Identifying reputable UK manufacturers and brands

  • Negotiating competitive prices based on our existing relationships

• Product range planning

  • Advising on which pet food and livestock feed SKUs are best suited to your customers

  • Balancing premium lines with value options to match local purchasing power

• Quality and compliance checks

  • Ensuring documentation and labelling meet your country’s import rules

  • Coordinating production, inspection and loading schedules

• End-to-end logistics

  • Consolidating orders from multiple UK suppliers

  • Arranging freight from UK warehouses to your port of choice

  • Supporting you with any issues at destination through our customer service team

Whether you are an established distributor expanding your range, or a new importer exploring how to export Animal Food from the United Kingdom for the first time, Wigmore Trading provides the practical support you need. Get in touch with our team to learn more.

Planning your next shipment

Demand for quality animal food continues to grow across Africa and beyond as pet ownership increases and livestock producers seek better performance. The UK offers a stable, reputable supply base – but success depends on selecting the right products, managing costs and staying compliant with regulations.

By partnering with Wigmore Trading, you gain a UK-based export specialist who understands both sides of the trade: the needs of local manufacturers and the realities of your market. From sourcing and documentation to consolidation and shipping, Wigmore Trading can help you turn UK animal food into a reliable, profitable part of your portfolio.