ABOUT CNS

Welcome to
the family.

A second-generation, family-owned importer-distributor, quietly building the U.S. market for East Asian spirits since 1982.

1982
Year Founded
80+
Selections
2 coasts
Distribution
30+
States

OUR HISTORY

Forty years, one family.

  1. Original CNS headquarters, 1982

    1982

    CNS Imports founded

    Husband and wife Jim and Sue Chen establish CNS Imports in Southern California, beginning the company's journey as one of the first dedicated importers of East Asian spirits in the U.S.

  2. Jim Chen working with suppliers, 1993

    1993

    Start of Moutai partnership

    CNS secures importation rights for Kweichow Moutai, deemed the world's most valuable spirit brand by 2015.

  3. A new era of CNS, 2013

    2013

    A new era of CNS

    Sue Chen retires, and 2nd generation family member Steaven Chen steps in. CNS expands its HQ to Pico Rivera, looking forward to another decade of success.

  4. CNS goes bi-coastal, 2015

    2015

    CNS goes bi-coastal

    CNS establishes two additional wholesale offices in Northern CA and New York City, launching a period of skyrocketing growth.

  5. Our portfolio grows, 2018

    2018

    Our portfolio grows

    With the introduction of more wine, more spirits, and more strategies and global relationships, CNS achieves 30% growth.

  6. Kujira whisky display, 2020

    2020

    30+ states nationwide

    CNS distribution network reaches 30+ states, solidifying the company's position as a major force in East Asian spirits across America. Japanese Whiskies and Gins join the CNS portfolio.

OUR TEAM

Great minds think differently.

OUR VALUES

What drives us.

Family First

Four decades of family ownership means decisions made for the long term, not the next quarter.

Category Expertise

Deep specialization in East Asian spirits, with consistent expansion into different categories.

Relationships

We build with distributors, suppliers, and customers for the long haul.

Quality

Every product in our portfolio is one we'd proudly serve at our own table.

Join the CNS family.

We're always interested in meeting talented people who share our passion for spirits culture.

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Work with us

Built for both sides of the trade.

For Distributors

Let's work together to bring exciting new products to your state(s).

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For Suppliers

The U.S. awaits your brand. We offer four decades of import experience and a national distribution network.

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Questions? We pick up the phone.

Or email info@cnsimports.com, and a real person will respond within a day.