Our Story
From the highlands of Junín at 4,200 meters to 40+ countries worldwide — Amazon Andes has been producing premium organic maca and superfoods since 2011, connecting Andean farming communities with the global health & wellness industry.
Our Mission
To deliver the world's finest organic maca and Peruvian superfoods while empowering highland farming communities through fair trade, sustainable agriculture, and direct commercial partnerships that transform livelihoods. 'The foods of the future are the foods from our past.'
Our Vision
To become the global benchmark for Peruvian superfood exports — recognized for uncompromising quality, scientific rigor, full traceability, and positive social impact in the Andean highlands.
Our Journey
Founding of Amazon Andes in Lima, Peru — direct partnership with highland farming communities and Andean-Amazonian biodiversity
Founding of Amazon Andes in Lima, Peru — direct partnership with highland farming communities and Andean-Amazonian biodiversity
First container exported to the United States — wholesale maca powder
First container exported to the United States — wholesale maca powder
USDA Organic & EU Organic certifications obtained
USDA Organic & EU Organic certifications obtained
New processing plant inaugurated — capacity scaled to 500 MT/year
New processing plant inaugurated — capacity scaled to 500 MT/year
HACCP & GMP certification achieved — international food safety standards
HACCP & GMP certification achieved — international food safety standards
Halal & BioComercio certifications — opening new international markets
Halal & BioComercio certifications — opening new international markets
Exporting to 40+ countries across 5 continents — 200+ active B2B clients
Exporting to 40+ countries across 5 continents — 200+ active B2B clients
Launch of atomized maca 20:1 and advanced extract lines for nutraceutical industry
Launch of atomized maca 20:1 and advanced extract lines for nutraceutical industry
The People Behind the Product
From field to shipment, every step is managed by dedicated professionals committed to quality and sustainability.
Omar Sánchez
CEO & Founder
Visionary leader behind Amazon Andes since 2011. Drives global strategy, key account relationships, and sustainable supply chain development across 40+ countries.
Quality Assurance Team
QA & R&D Department
6 food scientists and quality engineers ensuring every batch meets HACCP, USDA Organic, and client-specific standards. Continuous innovation in extraction and formulation.
Supply Chain & Logistics
Operations Department
End-to-end logistics from Junín highlands to international ports. Managing cold chain, documentation, and customs for 40+ destination countries.
Farming Communities
Highland Partners
300+ farming families in Junín and Pasco cultivating organic maca at 4,200m altitude following ancestral Andean practices, fair trade principles, and sustainable agriculture.
Our Facility
Our HACCP/GMP certified processing plant in Lima integrates cutting-edge technology with rigorous quality control to produce maca formats that meet the highest international standards.
10,000 m² Processing Plant
In-house QC Laboratory
500 MT/year Capacity
Low-Temperature Drying
Hammer Mill & Jet Mill
HPLC & Microbiological Testing
HACCP/GMP Certified
Zero-Waste Processing
Certifications & Compliance
Every certification is externally audited annually. Full documentation available for due diligence.
14+
Years of Experience
40+
Countries Served
300+
Farming Families
500
MT/year Capacity
Ready to Partner With Us?
Whether you need bulk maca powder, custom extracts, or private label solutions — our team is ready to support your business goals.