Why sourcing authentic imported jam for premium natural grocery chains in the USA and Canada?

FOOD In a constantly evolving North American market, where consumers are increasingly focused on origin, quality, and traceability, premium natural grocery chains like Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s, Sprouts, Costco, and Metro Canada face a growing challenge: offering authentic, distinctive products that also meet strict compliance and logistics requirements.

How do you find a supplier that brings real added value to your shelves—while supporting rotation, compliance, and strong brand storytelling?

Here’s why sourcing authentic imported French artisanal jam is a powerful solution to strengthen customer loyalty and attract new shoppers to your natural grocery store.

What North American shoppers want? Authenticity, transparency, and values !

According to NielsenIQ 2024 and McKinsey:

• 64% of U.S. shoppers are willing to pay more for authentic or imported products.
• 71% read ingredient labels and prefer short, clean recipes with no additives.
• Over 50% view French origin as a hallmark of quality in the “imported gourmet” section.

Maison Andrésy, an award-winning French jam maker, offers three decisive advantages:

1. Traditional cooking methods in copper kettles, recognized with the EPV State Label (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) for artisanal excellence.
2. Fruit-forward recipes with no added flavors or colors, IFS FOOD awarded, FDA-compliant, 100% traceable, and chosen by the world’s most demanding chefs.
3. A trusted legacy: a family-owned company near Paris since 1952, led by three generations of jam makers, with expertise in premium sourcing and custom product lines for iconic brands, luxury hotels, and private-label retailers.

How to overcome the main barriers to importing European products into North American natural grocery chains ?

As a buyer, securing imports means eliminating uncertainty. Maison Andrésy checks all the boxes:

• IFS Food certification: validated at the highest level, regularly audited.
• FDA-registered: exporting to the U.S. for over 30 years with full compliance.
• Full transparency: every export batch is coded, inspected, and certified.

Retail-ready formats include:

• 270g jars: ideal for impulse and core-line rotation.
• 500g and 1kg jars: great for families and value shoppers.
• Gift sets: seasonal trios, holiday editions, or host-gift formats.

Maison Andrésy offers long shelf life (DLC), bilingual labeling, and tailored logistics support with your distributors or U.S./Canadian importers. That’s what makes them a dependable partner when sourcing authentic imported jam for natural grocery stores—compliant with North American standards at every stage.

Even more important: you can count on them. Maison Andrésy has thrived across three generations of jam makers. Their longevity is a true sign of trust in an ever-shifting food industry. They’ve grown alongside long-term clients and commit to every new partnership with that same durability.

You’re not just sourcing a product—you’re investing in a long-term partnership with a family-owned company built to last !

A curated product range designed for premium grocery chains: retention + acquisition

Maison Andrésy offers clear, shopper-friendly ranges for your imported or clean-label aisles:

• Traditional recipes: strawberry, apricot, bitter orange, raspberry.
• Organic certified line: European-certified, pesticide-free, no additives.
• Signature flavors: strawberry & rose petals, apricot & almonds, black fig, red berries & tonka bean.
• Seasonal/limited editions: Mother’s Day, Back to School, Holiday trios, and more.

This diversity supports year-round shelf rotation with targeted promotional activations.

A well-structured assortment can build loyalty with repeat buyers—and attract new shoppers who are drawn to innovation and limited editions. Maison Andrésy’s ranges drive category growth and reinforce your premium positioning in natural and specialty grocery.

Ready-to-sell: Formats your customers will love

Maison Andrésy offers formats tailored for premium retail:

• Elegant gift boxes, ideal for feature tables or endcaps
• Mini jars for “gourmet discovery” corners
• Seasonal collections with exclusive recipes and packaging for key occasions (Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, etc.)

Everything is ready for retail: clean design, brand storytelling, and marketing visuals provided — perfect assets to support French jam for gourmet retail in your assortment.

Want to build your own exclusive line or private label? Partner with a customization expert

Maison Andrésy already produces custom private-label ranges for France’s top retailers:

• Carrefour Reflets de France: jam supplier since the brand’s creation.
• Super U (U Saveurs): over 20 years as manufacturer for both conventional and organic lines.
• Auchan, Leclerc, Intermarché: tailor-made recipes, custom labels, and adaptable formats.

You benefit from end-to-end support:

• Expert sourcing of fruits and specialty ingredients
• Custom recipe development adapted for North American tastes
• Label design or use of your branded visuals
• MOQ flexibility and reliable production timelines

Maison Andrésy create products that resonate with your customers

Your premium natural grocery shoppers want authenticity—and indulgence. Maison Andrésy delivers both:

• Reassuring classics: strawberry, apricot, orange, blueberry.
• Gourmet differentiators: fig, four-berry, blackcurrant, vanilla pear.
• Cheese & brunch pairings: cherry & Espelette pepper, fig & walnut, onion confit.
• Certified organic options (Ecocert/USDA): strawberry, apricot, mango-peach.
• Giftable trios: ideal for cross-selling with bread, cheese, or tea.

Thanks to GMS experience, Maison Andrésy helps you drive rotation with accessible premium offerings—perfect for breakfast, weekend brunches, or seasonal gifting. This makes them the go-to for retailers sourcing authentic imported jam for natural grocery stores.

What else? Quality guarantees that meet North American retail standards

Every export SKU meets key expectations:

• No additives.
• Fruit-first recipes (up to 65% fruit content).
• Traditional cooking with consistent quality.
• Fully recyclable packaging.

“70% of North American shoppers say environmental responsibility influences their choice of imported food products.” — IFOP 2023

Summary : Maison Andrésy will be for you a reliable, experienced, and adaptive partner

If you’re sourcing authentic imported jam for natural grocery stores, Maison Andrésy is the smart choice:

• Trusted international partner from France
• Flexible and responsive to custom needs
• Compliant, certified, shelf-ready range
• A real engine for growth and differentiation

📥 Ask us today:

• For our GMS catalog
• A sample kit of our best-sellers
• A call with Guillaume Frossard, Export Manager for USA/Canada

📍 Meet us at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York – June 29 to July 1, 2025

Maison Andrésy will be at the Fancy Food Show in New York, from June 29 to July 1, 2025 – stand 828

Come meet Guillaume Frossard, our Export Director, and Bruno Cassan, the third-generation family owner.

Taste our best-selling and signature recipes, explore various formats, choose the brand that fits your clientele, or even commission a custom recipe!

📍 Booth 828 – Tasting on site – Gift boxes unveiled ahead of release

❓GMS Buyer FAQ – 10 Essential Answers

1. Are your products FDA-compliant? Yes. We’re FDA-registered and regularly audited. Fully export-compliant for 30+ years.
2. What certifications do you offer? IFS Food (top tier), HACCP, batch-by-batch export control.
3. What formats are available for retail? 270g, 500g, 1kg jars; mini-jar trios; gift sets. Bilingual labels available.
4. Do you offer organic options? Yes. Certified organic range (Ecocert / USDA-compatible).
5. Do you provide ready-to-sell gift sets? Absolutely. Shelf-ready packaging with seasonal editions.
6. Can I build a private label range with you? Yes. We’re a trusted PL supplier for top European retailers.
7. Do you work with U.S./Canadian importers? Yes. We ship direct or work with trusted import logistics partners.
8. What’s your production capacity? Tens of thousands of jars per day, with scalable scheduling.
9. Do you provide marketing support? Yes. We offer POS displays, product sheets, hi-res visuals, samples, and bilingual teams.
10. What’s your lead time? Typically 4–8 weeks depending on recipe, volume, and transit method.

So will we see you at Summer fancy Food Show ? We hope so !

Maison Andrésy – French jam artisans since 1952, serving professionals in search of authentic taste and specialists in French jam for gourmet retail.