Imperial Trading is a wholesale distributor of convenience store products and food service items headquartered in Elmwood, Louisiana. Founded in 1916, the company has grown to become one of the largest privately-owned wholesale distributors in the United States. Imperial Trading services convenience stores, grocery stores, and other retail outlets across multiple states in the Southeast and Midwest regions. The company’s product portfolio includes over 10,000 items spanning various categories including snacks, confectionery, tobacco products, beverages, groceries, food service items, and general merchandise. In 2018, Imperial Trading merged with S. Abraham & Sons (SAS), another major convenience store distributor, significantly expanding its operational footprint and distribution capabilities. Through this strategic merger, Imperial Trading expanded its service area to 20 states and operates multiple distribution centers across the country. The company utilizes modern warehouse management systems and a sophisticated logistics network to serve its customer base. Imperial Trading provides additional services to retailers including category management, planogram development, and retail technology solutions. The company maintains partnerships with major consumer packaged goods manufacturers and serves as a key supply chain partner for independent and chain convenience store operators throughout its service territory.