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IFF (NYSE: IFF) HR chief nets shares after 2,381 RSUs vest, 960 withheld

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INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES EVP Deborah Borg reported routine equity compensation activity. On May 1, 2026, 2,381 Restricted Stock Units converted into the same number of shares of common stock at a reference price of $70.81 per share. To cover taxes due at vesting, 960 shares were withheld, described as a tax-withholding disposition, rather than a market sale. After these transactions, Borg directly holds 36,870 shares of common stock and 20,771 Restricted Stock Units that remain outstanding. Overall, her equity position in the company increased on a net-share basis.

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Insider Borg Deborah
Role EVP, Chief Ppl&Culture Officer
Type Security Shares Price Value
Exercise Restricted Stock Units 2,381 $70.81 $169K
Exercise Common Stock 2,381 $0.00 --
Tax Withholding Common Stock 960 $70.81 $68K
Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 20,771 shares (Direct, null); Common Stock — 37,830 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. The Restricted Stock Units ("RSUs") convert to Common Stock on a one-for-one basis. Reflects shares withheld for taxes payable upon the vesting of RSUs. On May 1, 2024, the reporting person was granted 7,144 restricted stock units, vesting in three equal installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date.
RSUs vested 2,381 shares Restricted Stock Units converting to common stock on May 1, 2026
Tax-withheld shares 960 shares Shares withheld to cover taxes upon RSU vesting
Reference share price $70.81 per share Price associated with RSU vesting and tax withholding
Common shares after transactions 36,870 shares Direct common stock holdings following Form 4 transactions
RSUs remaining 20,771 units Restricted Stock Units outstanding after current vesting
Net shares added 1,421 shares Vested 2,381 RSUs minus 960 shares withheld for taxes
Restricted Stock Units financial
"The Restricted Stock Units ("RSUs") convert to Common Stock on a one-for-one basis."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
tax-withholding disposition financial
"Reflects shares withheld for taxes payable upon the vesting of RSUs."
A tax-withholding disposition is an event or transaction—such as selling or transferring securities, exercising options, or receiving compensation—that triggers a requirement to hold back part of the payment and remit it to tax authorities. It matters to investors because it reduces the cash they receive immediately and can change the timing and amount of taxable income, like a cashier taking a portion of your sale proceeds to pay taxes before you get the rest.
derivative exercise/conversion financial
"transaction_action": "derivative exercise/conversion""
Common Stock financial
"The Restricted Stock Units ("RSUs") convert to Common Stock on a one-for-one basis."
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Borg Deborah
(Last)(First)(Middle)
521 WEST 57TH STREET
(Street)
NEW YORK NEW YORK 10019
(City)(State)(Zip)
UNITED STATES
(Country)		2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC [ IFF ] 		5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
EVP, Chief Ppl&Culture Officer
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/01/2026		6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock05/01/2026M2,381A$0(1)37,830D
Common Stock05/01/2026F960(2)D$70.8136,870D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units(1)05/01/2026M2,381 (3) (3)Common Stock2,381$70.8120,771D
Explanation of Responses:
1. The Restricted Stock Units ("RSUs") convert to Common Stock on a one-for-one basis.
2. Reflects shares withheld for taxes payable upon the vesting of RSUs.
3. On May 1, 2024, the reporting person was granted 7,144 restricted stock units, vesting in three equal installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date.
/s/ Chrystalla Potamitou, attorney in fact05/04/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transaction did IFF executive Deborah Borg report on this Form 4 for IFF?

Deborah Borg reported vesting of 2,381 Restricted Stock Units that converted into common stock, plus withholding of 960 shares to pay taxes. These transactions reflect routine equity compensation activity rather than an open-market purchase or sale of INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC stock.

How many IFF shares did Deborah Borg receive from vested RSUs in this filing?

She received 2,381 shares of INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC common stock when 2,381 Restricted Stock Units vested on May 1, 2026. The RSUs convert to common stock on a one-for-one basis, increasing her direct share ownership before any tax withholding.

Why were 960 IFF shares disposed of in Deborah Borg’s Form 4 filing?

The 960 INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC shares were withheld to satisfy taxes due upon RSU vesting. This tax-withholding disposition is not an open-market sale; it simply uses a portion of newly delivered shares to cover the associated tax liability owed.

What are Deborah Borg’s IFF common stock holdings after these transactions?

Following the RSU vesting and tax withholding, Deborah Borg directly holds 36,870 shares of INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC common stock. This figure reflects her position after the net increase from 2,381 vested shares and the 960 shares withheld for tax obligations.

How many Restricted Stock Units does Deborah Borg still hold in IFF after this vesting?

After the May 1, 2026 vesting event, Deborah Borg continues to hold 20,771 Restricted Stock Units in INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC. These RSUs each represent a right to receive one share of common stock upon future vesting, according to their grant and vesting schedule.

Were Deborah Borg’s IFF transactions open-market buys or sells of common stock?

No, the filing shows compensation-related activity: RSUs vesting into common stock and a tax-withholding disposition of 960 shares. There were no open-market purchases or sales; the transactions stem from previously granted equity awards vesting under their terms at INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES INC.