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By Romain Lavrilloux — founder, Olive Private Label Studio, Córdoba (Andalusia). Last updated: 11 August 2026. Producing one kilo of olive oil in Spain costs between €3.08 and €5.31, depending entirely on how the grove is planted and whether it is irrigated. In late July 2026, extra virgin olive oil traded at origin at €3.57/kg…

High-polyphenol olive oil explained: what polyphenols are, the EU antioxidant claim and its 5 mg/20 g threshold, and what drives polyphenol content.

Why source olive oil from Andalusia: it makes ~80% of Spain’s oil, with the densest network of producers, varieties (Picual, Hojiblanca, Arbequina) and certifications.

Importing olive oil from Spain: how it works, EU vs non-EU, Incoterms, labelling, documents and how to import under your own brand.

How to start an olive oil business without a farm or mill: market, supply model, sourcing, packaging, compliance and launch, step by step.

Olive oil certifications for private label brands: PDO, IFS, BRCGS, EU Organic, Halal and ISO — what they prove and which ones you need.

Private label olive oil for restaurants, hotels and hospitality groups: why it works, formats, and how to source it from Spain.

Organic private label olive oil explained: EU certification, why brands choose it, conventional vs organic, and how it works from Spain.

Private label vs white label olive oil explained: definitions, a side-by-side comparison, MOQs, costs and which model fits your brand.

Compare Spain’s three main olive oil varieties by taste, best use and positioning, to choose the right one for your private label brand.