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Atwater, California
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ice cream commissary, resale ice cream novelty bars to mobile ice cream vendors. Wholesale salty snacks and pastries to distributors. 1 part time ice cream route. Must relocate
Buy or Sell a Wholesale or Distribution Business in California
California is the largest wholesale and distribution business market in the United States. Anchored by the Port of Los Angeles and a vast Inland Empire warehousing network — over 100 million square feet, the largest concentration in the country — California wholesale and distribution businesses serve as the supply chain backbone for the nation's largest consumer market. BizBen features verified listings from food and beverage distributors to specialty goods wholesalers, industrial supply companies, and medical product distributors.
California Wholesale & Distribution Market Snapshot
Number of Businesses: 1 listings
Average Asking Price: $50,000 (based on 1 listings with disclosed pricing)
Average Revenue: $300,000
Average Cash Flow: $0
California Wholesale & Distribution Market Insight
Distributors with exclusive supplier territories — particularly in food and beverage, specialty chemicals, and medical supplies — command the highest premiums due to competitive moats that are difficult to replicate. The Inland Empire (Ontario, Fontana, Chino, Rialto) is the state's primary distribution hub, and South LA, Vernon, and the City of Commerce are the most active territories for food and beverage wholesale acquisitions. Supplier agreement assignability is the most critical due diligence item — if the distribution contract cannot be transferred to a new owner, the business's core value disappears.
Why Invest in a California Wholesale or Distribution Business
Port of LA proximity provides unmatched import supply chain access for product-based distributors
California remains the largest and most active state for wholesale and distribution business acquisitions.
Selling Your California Wholesale or Distribution Business?
Thinking about selling your wholesale or distribution business? BizBen connects sellers with qualified buyers and experienced brokers who understand supplier agreement transfers, territorial rights, inventory valuation, and AR/AP due diligence.
FAQs
How many wholesale and distribution businesses are currently for sale in California?
There are currently 1 active wholesale and distribution listings across California on BizBen.
What is the average price of a wholesale business for sale in California?
Small specialty distributors typically sell for $200,000 to $800,000. Larger operations with exclusive territories can exceed $2M+. The current average asking price on BizBen is $50,000.
What is the most important due diligence item for a wholesale business?
Supplier agreement assignability — if the distribution contract cannot be transferred to the new owner, the business's core value disappears. Verify all key agreements are transferable before proceeding.
Can I finance a wholesale or distribution business purchase in California?
Yes. SBA 7(a) loans work well for asset-heavy distribution businesses. Brokers on BizBen can connect you with experienced lenders.
What is customer concentration risk in a distribution business?
If one customer represents 40% of revenue and leaves after acquisition, the business loses nearly half its income. Most lenders and buyers look for no single customer exceeding 15-20% of total revenue.