Kalamazoo flavor solutions provider FlavorSum has acquired S&S Flavors in Brea, Calif., adding powdered flavor capabilities that complement the company’s existing strengths in beverages, bakery, dairy, sports nutrition, gummies, and other applications. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The addition establishes the FlavorSum West Coast Innovation Center while expanding its manufacturing footprint.
“The addition of S&S Flavors is another important step in executing our vision for FlavorSum,” says Brian Briggs, CEO of FlavorSum. “Their reputation for technical excellence, expertise in powdered flavor systems, and strong West Coast presence significantly strengthen our ability to serve customers across North America.
“By expanding our innovation and manufacturing footprint, we’re better positioned to collaborate with customers while providing broader capabilities, technical expertise, and the responsiveness growing brands expect.”
The West Coast Innovation Center is expected to provide local support for flavor creation, collaborative product development, and applications expertise, with on-site liquid and powdered flavor manufacturing. The new hub complements FlavorSum’s innovation centers and manufacturing operations across the Midwest, East Coast, and Canada.
“Since 1928, S&S Flavors has helped customers create products that stand out through great taste, reliable performance, and trusted partnerships,” says Curtis Krystek, vice president of S&S Flavors. “Joining FlavorSum allows us to preserve the relationships our customers rely on while giving them additional resources, technical expertise, and an expanded flavor portfolio.”
Customers of both organizations will continue working with their existing contacts while gaining access to FlavorSum’s broader capabilities and North American network. Operations at the Brea facility will continue uninterrupted, and the existing S&S team will remain in place.
For more information about FlavorSum, visit flavorsum.com.
For more information about S&S Flavors, visit ssflavors.com.
