authorized distributor

[/ˈɔːθəraɪzd dɪˈstrɪbjətər/]
nounpl: authorized distributors
distribuidor autorizado
1. A company or individual officially appointed by a manufacturer or brand to sell and distribute their products in a specific territory or market
This store is an authorized distributor of Apple products.
Esta loja é uma distribuidora autorizada de produtos Apple.
2. An entity that has received formal permission and legal authorization to represent and sell a brand's goods
We only purchase from authorized distributors to ensure product authenticity.
Compramos apenas de distribuidores autorizados para garantir a autenticidade do produto.
In Brazil, the term 'distribuidor autorizado' is crucial in commerce to distinguish legitimate sellers from grey market or counterfeit vendors. Companies heavily emphasize this designation in advertising to build consumer trust. In the USA, this term is commonly used in automotive, electronics, and luxury goods industries to protect brand integrity and warranty coverage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
official distributorlicensed distributorcertified distributorapproved distributor
Antonyms / Antônimos
unauthorized distributorgrey market sellercounterfeit distributor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
distribuidor autorizado
Standard term used in commercial and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
distribuidor autorizado
Same as general usage; occasionally uses 'representante autorizado'
São Paulo
distribuidor autorizado
Most commonly used in commercial hub; formal business term
Portugal
distribuidor autorizado
Identical usage; formal European Portuguese equivalent

Related Words

distributordealerresellerfranchiseexclusivitywarrantyauthenticity

Related Idioms & Phrases

authorized dealer network
authorized service center
official channel
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