Hawkins, Inc. Expands in Texas with Acquisition of Redbird Chemical, Inc.

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Hawkins (Nasdaq: HWKN) completed the acquisition of the assets of Redbird Chemical on Dec. 3, 2025. Redbird distributes chemicals in eastern Texas across water treatment and industrial markets. Hawkins describes the deal as a tuck-in acquisition to expand its Water Treatment presence in Texas, leverage local industrial relationships, and accelerate growth in the South while retaining Redbird’s community connections and team.

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• Acquisition completed of Redbird assets on Dec. 3, 2025
• Geographic expansion into eastern Texas water treatment and industrial markets
• Tuck-in strategy aimed to accelerate growth in the South and leverage local relationships

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ROSEVILLE, Minn., Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawkins, Inc. (Nasdaq: HWKN), a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company, has completed the acquisition of the assets of Redbird Chemical, Inc. (“Redbird”). Redbird distributes chemicals to its customers in eastern Texas within both the water treatment and industrial markets.

“The acquisition of Redbird Chemical is important as we continue to expand in Texas, and we see opportunities to grow our Water Treatment business through the industrial base in that area. This tuck-in acquisition continues to demonstrate our ability to execute on our strategy to grow our business and accelerate our growth in the South,” said Hawkins Chief Executive Officer, Patrick H. Hawkins.

Mr. Hawkins continued, “Redbird has built a strong business that is well-connected with the local communities, and we intend to maintain those connections. I would like to welcome the Redbird team to the Hawkins organization and look forward to our continued growth together.”

About Hawkins, Inc.

Hawkins, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company that formulates, manufactures, distributes and blends products for its Water Treatment, Food & Health Sciences and Industrial Solutions customers. Headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota, the Company has 65 facilities in 28 states and creates value for its customers through superb customer service and support, quality products and personalized applications. Hawkins, Inc. generated $974 million of revenue in fiscal 2025 and has approximately 1,100 employees. For more information, including registering to receive email alerts, please visit www.hawkinsinc.com/investors.

Contact:       

Jeffrey P. Oldenkamp        
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
612/331-6910                
ir@hawkinsinc.com

FAQ

What did Hawkins (HWKN) announce on Dec. 3, 2025 about Redbird Chemical?

Hawkins announced it completed the acquisition of the assets of Redbird Chemical, which serves eastern Texas water treatment and industrial customers.

How does the Redbird Chemical acquisition affect Hawkins' presence in Texas (HWKN)?

The acquisition expands Hawkins' Water Treatment and industrial distribution presence in eastern Texas and targets accelerated growth in the South.

Was the Redbird Chemical deal a full company purchase or an asset acquisition for Hawkins (HWKN)?

The announcement specifies Hawkins completed an acquisition of the assets of Redbird Chemical, not a stock purchase.

Will Hawkins (HWKN) keep Redbird Chemical's employees and community connections?

Hawkins said it intends to maintain Redbird’s local community connections and welcomed the Redbird team to Hawkins.

What business areas does Redbird Chemical serve that Hawkins (HWKN) gains exposure to?

Redbird distributes chemicals into both water treatment and industrial markets in eastern Texas.