Rice. Pulses, Sesame. Lentils. Spices. Coffee. Sugar. Dried fruit. Herbs.
Millions of people all over Israel enjoy these and many other commodities daily, thanks to the reliable supply chain of Hamama Meir Trading (1996) Ltd.
Consolidated in 1997 as a leading importer, exporter and marketing expert and distributor of food products, Hamama Meir Trading (1996) Ltd. is today a public company and one of the largest traders of commodities in Israel.
Though the name Hamama is well known in the market, the origins of the company lie in a family business founded in Iraq over 400 years ago. Over the years, the company has acquired an impressive international presence, enabling it to provide an unbeatable combination of variety, quality and cost effectiveness, serving the majority of domestic requirements for a wide range of food commodities.
The company believes in quality – in its products, work standards, business dealings and personal connections. Looking a supplier in the eye, signing deals with a firm handshake, taking a special interest – these are the characteristics which have helped to consolidate the company's leadership and long-term relationships with both buyers and suppliers alike.
The company's staff of 50 employees is located at its head offices in Tel Aviv, and at its plant in the southern town of Kiryat Gat. The company is IS09001: 2000 certified and is working towards HACCP compliance.

The company has been a part of the international commodity market for the past 50 years, living the changes and gaining unparalleled knowledge of this fluctuating market. This knowledge enables Hamama to follow future market developments, and to provide market outlook and professional advice on the purchasing of grain, pulses, dried fruits and other commodities, according to global supply and demand. Since the company values its customers as partners, this crucial data is passed on to them in order to increase the efficiency of their activity and operations in the market.

As a company that began as a family business, Hamama still believes in the significance of a warm and personal relationship with its customers. Humanity and professionalism are the existence roots of the company which take proud of these two centric motives. The company's success proves this trait. Combining its traditional characteristics with cutting-edge technological equipment, Hamama is positioned to expand business in both domestic and international markets, while maintaining its promise to meet each customer’s specific needs.