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According to Financial Times’ reporting today (26 June 2026), Unilever is exploring a bid for US-based supplements maker Thorne.

Thorne, founded in 1984 and headquartered in Summerville, South Carolina, produces a range of dietary supplements across formats including ready-to-mix powdered beverages, as well as softgels and capsules. The deal could reportedly value Thorne at up to $4 billion.

The company was acquired by investment firm L Catterton in 2023, with the firm returning Thorne to the private market in a $680 million takeover.

Now, citing sources familiar with the process, the Financial Times has reported that Unilever is one of several interested bidders exploring an acquisition of the health and nutrition company. Consumer healthcare group Haleon is also said to be among these, according to Reuters.

Unilever has recently made a series of significant restructuring and streamlining changes, including the spin-off of its ice cream unit, the sale of food brands such as Graze and The Vegetarian Butcher, and the combination of its food business with McCormick & Company.

Meanwhile, the food giant has been expanding its presence in the health and wellness market specifically – earlier this year, it announced the acquisition of US-based greens supplement brand Grüns for an undisclosed amount.

Unilever declined to comment on the reports when approached by FoodBev.