Chr. Hansen A/S is a global company based in Denmark which produces natural ingredients to the food, beverage, dietary supplements, and agricultural industries. The company is a leading supplier of food cultures, probiotics, enzymes and natural colors. Its products are applied in the production of cheese, fermented milks, meat, food services, beverages, wine, fruit preparations, ices and desserts, confectionery, cereals, spreads, bakery products, snacks, dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture products. Chr. Hansen A/S has development centers in Denmark, the United States, France, and Germany; and research facilities in Denmark and France. Chr. Hansen A/S is based in Hørsholm, Denmark.
[edit] Research and development
A considerable proportion of the employees are engaged in research and development of new and more consumer friendly products for the international food and pharmaceuticals industry.
[edit] In brief
- Extraction and production plants on four continents;
- International presence: Some 30 countries;
- Listed on Nasdaq OMX Copenhagen since June 3, 2010, under the symbol "CHR";
- Chr. Hansen flavorings division was purchased by Symrise in 2008
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d e f "Annual Report 2010/2011". Chr. Hansen. http://annualreport1011.chr-hansen.com/PDF/CHRar201011abcde.pdf. Retrieved 15 November 2011.
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