The Convenience Distribution Association (CDA) is a national trade association representing convenience products distributors in the United States. Its members supply convenience stores with products such as candy, snacks, beverages, tobacco, and general merchandise. The organization advocates on behalf of wholesale distributors and works to promote a strong, efficient convenience distribution supply chain.
CDA typically advocates on issues affecting wholesale distribution, including tobacco and nicotine regulation, food and beverage policy, federal and state excise taxes, supply chain and transportation regulations, labor policy, and small business regulatory reform.
Primarily funded through member dues, industry sponsorships, and event revenues.
Affiliated with member wholesale distribution companies and industry partners in the convenience products sector, as well as related trade associations representing retailers and manufacturers.
Non-profit trade association
