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Satoshi Masumura, President & CEO, Takasago

Satoshi Masumura

https://www.takasago.com/en

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For decades, the flavor and fragrance industry has operated within a relatively stable classification system. Ingredients were broadly categorized as natural extracts, fermentation-derived materials or synthetically produced molecules. These distinctions were largely sufficient when production routes were clearly separated and molecular identity aligned closely with manufacturing method. However, these boundaries are becoming increasingly difficult to define.

When the Molecule Is the Same, but the Label Isn't: How 'Natural' Keeps Its Edge

'Over the past year, Eurofragance has taken a decisive step forward in its evolution, combining a customer-centric approach with innovation and sustainability, driving significant economic growth,' says CEO Joan Pere Jiménez.

Eurofragance’s Next Chapter: Scaling Innovation in the New Era of Fragrance

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Sales in Taste & Wellbeing amounted to CHF 3,642 million, an increase of 2.4% and a decrease of 2.9% in Swiss francs. From a product segment perspective, growth was broad‑based across snacks, dairy, and sweet.

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Givaudan Pursues Innovation as GLP-1 Nutrition, Biotech and AI Reshape the Flavor Business

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From Vanilla CO2 to Sea Salt: The Fragrance Strategy Behind Axe's Comeback

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The move reflects a broader trend in the fragrance and flavor industry toward patient capital and strategic ownership models, as investors increasingly seek to build specialized ingredient businesses through operational development and sustained innovation rather than rapid portfolio turnover.

Ylang Takes Full Ownership of Ravetllat Aromatics, Strengthening Long-Term Fragrance & Flavor Strategy

The deal establishes FlavorSum's new West Coast Innovation Center in Brea, California, expands its North American manufacturing footprint and adds powdered flavor capabilities to complement its existing strengths in beverages, bakery, dairy, sports nutrition, gummies and better-for-you applications.

FlavorSum Expands Again, Acquires S&S Flavors to Add West Coast Innovation Hub and Powdered Flavor Expertise

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Takasago Targets High-Growth Markets, Doubles Down on Innovation and Regional Expansion

Jun 1st, 2026

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