Symrise finalizes its acquisition of Chr. Hansen s flavorings business

Symrise AG, Holzminden has acquired the Dairy Flavors, Savory Flavors, Sweet Flavors and Seasonings sectors of the Danish manufacturer Chr. Hansen. The anti-trust authorities approved the transaction on April 25, concluding Symrise s largest acquisition to date. The acquisition allows Symrise to keep expanding its business in the US: over 80% of Christian Hansen s sales in the flavoring sector come from North America. This move will help Symrise continue to become one of the leading suppliers on the largest flavor market worldwide.