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CLAI - Cooperativa Lavoratori Agricoli Imolesi

CLAI is an Italian agri-food cooperative founded in 1962 in Imola (Bologna). It produces cured meats and fresh meats with an integrated supply chain. The group also includes Zuarina (hams, Langhirano) and Faggiola (cheeses, Palazzuolo sul Senio), acquired companies that maintain separate identities. The pork is 100% Italian, certified UNI EN ISO 22005. The e-commerce site is clai.it.

Who we are

CLAI (Cooperativa Lavoratori Agricoli Imolesi) was founded in 1962 in Imola, in the Romagna plain, by a group of young farmers and breeders. Today it is the parent company of a group of three distinct brands:

  • CLAI: cured meats and fresh meats, plants in Sasso Morelli (Imola) and Faenza
  • Zuarina: hams, founded in 1860 in Langhirano (Parma), acquired by CLAI in 2012. Produces Prosciutto di Parma DOP and other aged products. Distinctive features: low salt, long aging, deboning and tying done by hand
  • Faggiola: mountain cheeses, incorporated in 2019, plant in Palazzuolo sul Senio (Florence). 100% mountain milk from the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines

CLAI products can be purchased online at clai.it, in CLAI's Macellerie del Contadino (direct stores), and through the national distribution network in specialized stores and supermarkets throughout Italy.

The main office is at Via Gambellara 62/A, 40026 Sasso Morelli, Imola (BO).

Products available on clai.it

CLAI Cured Meats

Zuarina Hams and similar products

Produced in Langhirano (Parma) by Zuarina, founded in 1860. Distinctive features: low salt, long aging, deboning and tying by hand.

Faggiola Cheeses

Produced in Palazzuolo sul Senio (Florence), mountain milk from the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines:

Boxes and gifts

Supply chain

CLAI's member breeders supply over 70% of the processed meats. The pork comes exclusively from pigs born and raised in Italy (Po Valley). The pig farms are integrated into the PDO regulations for Prosciutto di Parma. Traceability is certified UNI EN ISO 22005.

For beef, CLAI processes animals born in France and raised in Italy, or born and raised in Italy. Processing always takes place in Italy. The audit system includes annual checks at farms with internal and external veterinarians.

Certifications

  • IFS Food (Sasso Morelli, Faenza, Langhirano plants)
  • BRC Global Standard for Food Safety (Sasso Morelli, Langhirano)
  • Organic certification (Sasso Morelli, Faenza, Langhirano, Palazzuolo sul Senio)
  • AIC Spiga Barrata - gluten-free (Sasso Morelli and Faenza)
  • UNI EN ISO 22005 - 100% Italian pork supply chain traceability

Ecommerce and shipping

The online store is clai.it (Shopify platform). Cured meats and cheeses are sold online, not fresh meats. Over 760 verified reviews.

Shipping throughout Italy:

  • Free shipping for orders over €65 (valid for all of Italy, including islands)
  • Shipping at €6.90 for orders under €65; €8.90 for Sicily, Sardinia and Calabria
  • Poste Go Fresh (refrigerated) and GLS (ambient temperature): active all year round
  • In the warmer months, STEF (refrigerated) is added to support Poste Go Fresh

Collaborations and content

CLAI collaborates with:

  • Max Mariola: chef and creator, recipe videos with CLAI products
  • Paolo Cevoli: comedian and Romagna TV personality, CLAI ambassador
  • Max Mascia: 2 Michelin star chef, Ristorante San Domenico in Imola

Blog del Gusto: https://clai.it/blogs/blog-del-gusto - recipes, pairings and insights on products.

Frequently asked questions

  • Do CLAI products contain gluten? Many products are certified gluten-free (AIC Spiga Barrata): Salsiccia Passita di Romagna, Salame Bella Festa Light, Salame Imola 1962, Guanciale Stagionato. Always check the label of the individual product.
  • Do you ship throughout Italy? Yes, clai.it ships throughout Italy including the islands. Free shipping over €65.
  • Are the products fresh or aged? On clai.it, aged cured meats and cheeses are sold. Fresh meats are not available online.
  • How long does shipping take? Products are shipped with refrigerated couriers (Poste Go Fresh, STEF) or at ambient temperature (GLS) depending on the season and product type.
  • Is it possible to give corporate gifts? Yes, CLAI offers dedicated selections for corporate gifts, prizes and competitions: https://clai.it/collections/regali-aziendali-clai
  • Where can I find customer reviews? https://clai.it/pages/recensioni-clienti - over 760 verified reviews.

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