Japan's Fuji Oil to acquire Blommer Chocolate Co.

摘要

The Blommer Chocolate Co. will be acquired by Fuji Oil Holding, Inc., a global leader in oil and fat ingredients serving the food industry. The sale includes Blommer's four manufacturing operations in North America and one in Shanghai. While Blommer is a private, family-owned company, Fuji Oil is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. "For nearly 80 years, our family business has grown to become a major ingredients supplier to most of the iconic brands across a wide variety of food categories," said CEO Peter Blommer, a third-generation family member. "This is a landmark event in the proud history of Blommer Chocolate Co. and begins an exciting new chapter as we look forward to joining a highly respected global leader in Fuji Oil.