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International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. reports developments across flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences for customers in food, beverage, personal care, home care, pet health and related markets. News frequently covers ingredient innovation, application labs and natural-extraction capabilities, including vanilla work in Madagascar and LMR Naturals in perfumery, cosmetics and flavors.
Company updates also address probiotics and bioscience products such as HOWARU Pet and PureStrong, nutrition claims tied to soy protein, quarterly earnings releases, dividends, and other capital or financial disclosures.
Danisco Animal Nutrition & Health, part of IFF, launched Axtra® PRIME, a new enzyme blend for piglet production aimed at enhancing nutrient digestion and gut health. Available in the U.S., this solution addresses challenges like weaning stress and diet variability, which can negatively impact piglet performance. The blend contains multiple enzymes, including xylanase and protease, and has shown promising results in improving growth rates and overall profitability for producers. IFF continues its commitment to innovative solutions in animal nutrition to support better health outcomes and operational efficiency.
IFF has achieved a breakthrough in encapsulation technology, successfully encapsulating liquid curcumin using its patented SeaGel® in vegan softgel formats. This marks the industry’s first successful application of high viscosity liquid ingredients in plant-based supplements. This innovation allows manufacturers to produce high-quality soft-shell capsules that meet the growing consumer demand for plant-based dietary options.
The collaboration with AQUANOVA AG highlights IFF's commitment to address the challenges faced in developing softgel technology for dietary supplements, expanding the efficacy and application scope of natural ingredients.
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) announced that TRC Capital Investment Corporation has made an unsolicited mini-tender offer to purchase up to 1,500,000 shares at $81.60 per share, a 1.4% discount from the March 17 closing price of $82.76. IFF advises shareholders not to tender their shares, as the offer price is below market value and contingent upon several conditions. The offer expires on April 4, 2023, unless extended. IFF does not endorse this bid and highlights that such offers lack the protections outlined by SEC rules. Shareholders are encouraged to consult market prices and seek advice from financial advisors.
Danisco Animal Nutrition & Health, a unit of IFF, launched Axtra® PRIME, an optimized enzyme blend for piglet production, on March 14, 2023, in the U.S.. This product aims to enhance nutrient digestion, improving gut health and piglet performance during critical early growth stages. The blend includes xylanase, beta-glucanase, alpha-amylase, and protease enzymes, tailored to address challenges like weaning stress and dietary variability that can impact feed efficiency. Research demonstrates significant benefits of this enzyme formulation on piglet growth and producer profitability.
IFF (NYSE: IFF) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.81 per share, payable on April 6, 2023, to shareholders of record as of March 24, 2023. This decision reflects the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders while maintaining financial stability. IFF continues to lead in the food, beverage, scent, health, and biosciences sectors, merging science and creativity to deliver essential solutions. Stay informed about IFF's initiatives and updates by visiting iff.com.
International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE: IFF) is evolving its Board of Directors to enhance its strategic transformation and financial vision. Effective March 10, 2023, Kevin O’Byrne, CFO of J Sainsbury Plc, will join the Board, bringing extensive experience in consumer retail. He will serve on the Audit, Innovation, and Transaction Committees. Meanwhile, Ed Breen, Matthias Heinzel, and Stephen Williamson will retire from the Board, with Williamson's departure also effective March 10. The Chairman expressed gratitude for their contributions, emphasizing the company’s commitment to long-term growth and innovation under new leadership.
IFF (NYSE: IFF) has agreed to sell its Flavor Specialty Ingredients (FSI) business to UK-based private equity firm Exponent for $220 million. The sale aims to strengthen IFF's financial profile by reducing outstanding debt and allowing the company to concentrate on core operations. FSI is a leading manufacturer of aroma chemicals for the flavor market, generating over $100 million in revenue in the past year. The transaction is expected to close by the end of Q3 2023, pending customary conditions.
IFF (NYSE: IFF) will present at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) conference in Boca Raton, Florida, on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 1:00 PM ET. The event will be accessible via live webcast and slide presentation on the company's website.
Investors can also access a recorded version of the presentation afterward. IFF is a leader in food, beverage, scent, health, and biosciences, focusing on innovative solutions that enhance quality of life globally. More information about IFF can be found on their website at ir.iff.com.
International Flavors & Fragrances reported Q4 2022 net sales of $2.84 billion, a 6% decline year-over-year, but currency neutral sales rose 4%. The company experienced a loss before taxes of $5 million, with adjusted operating EBITDA at $441 million, reflecting a 15.5% margin. For the full year, sales reached $12.44 billion, marking a 7% increase, although a reported loss of $1.63 billion was noted. Management aims for around $12.5 billion in sales for 2023, with flat adjusted operating EBITDA growth. The anticipated divestiture of Savory Solutions is expected to impact these figures.
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) announced the promotion of three perfumers, Juliette Karagueuzoglou, Nicolas Beaulieu, and Jean-Christophe Hérault, to vice president perfumers. This title is awarded for exceptional creativity and significant contributions to the fragrance industry. The newly promoted individuals have a track record of creating iconic fragrances and participating in strategic innovation projects, focusing on natural ingredients and new technologies. Their leadership will continue to shape the future of perfumery at IFF, emphasizing mentorship and the application of both science and creativity for industry advancement.