Created in 1987, Aromatech Group has become a major player in the food flavour industry. Based in Grasse, in southern France, the group has a strong international presence with facilities in Tunisia, Turkey Algeria, China, Thailand and the United States. In 2003, the subsidiary in Hangzhou was created to penetrate the growing Chinese market.
Apple Flavor & Fragrance Company was created in 1996 in Shanghai and is recognised as the leading flavour company in China. With several subsidiaries divided in expertise centres – raw materials from biotechnology process, flavours, and ingredients. It is also present in North America.
The two company’s collaboration began in 2010. A year later, Apple & Aromatech decided to create a joint-venture with the objective of developing high-quality flavours for the Chinese market, with French expertise.
The joint venture Shanghai Apple Aromatech Flavors Technology was officially formed in October. This unique association combines the market leading position and industrial performance of Apple Flavor & Fragrance with Aromatech technological expertise especially in natural and organic flavours.
Source: Aromatech
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