flavors and fragrances

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Ashland to Sell Avoca to Mane

Ashland recently announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Avoca business to Mane. The transaction is expected to close in the calendar first quarter 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

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Givaudan Hikes Encapsulation Technologies Capacity in Mexico

In a move to increase its competitive advantage in Latin America, Swiss flavors, fragrances and active cosmetic ingredients manufacturer Givaudan has inaugurated its newly expanded production facility at the Pedro Escobedo site in Mexico, enhancing the company’s encapsulation technologies.

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Symrise Opens New Office and Lab Site in Beijing

In a move to enhance its R&D capabilities, customer proximity, and market presence in the North of China, German flavors and fragrances manufacturer Symrise has opened a new office and lab facility for food & beverage in Beijing.

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Symrise Expands Partnership with Kobo Products

German flavor and fragrance company Symrise has increased its stake in in US company Kobo Products, a pigment and powder specialist, to 49%. The transaction, said Symrise, creates further opportunities for both companies in the fields of mineral UV filters and decorative cosmetics. Kobo customers are also expected to benefit from expanded capacities and global supply chains.

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Lanxess Wraps up IFF Microbial Unit Buy

German specialty chemicals producer Lanxess has wrapped up its acquisition of International Flavors & Fragrances’s microbial control business unit, a year after announcing the $1.3 billion deal with the US company in August 2021.

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