M&A Deal Summary

Givaudan Acquires DDW The Color House

On October 11, 2021, Givaudan acquired chemicals company DDW The Color House

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Givaudan’s 5th transaction in the Chemicals sector.
  • This is Givaudan’s 4th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Givaudan’s 1st transaction in Kentucky.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2021-10-11
Target DDW The Color House
Sector Chemicals
Buyer(s) Givaudan
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Advisor(s) Harris Williams & Co. (Financial)

Target

DDW The Color House

Louisville, Kentucky, United States
DDW The Color House is a privately owned company providing malt for brewing companies and a strong suite of capabilities in natural colors for the food industry. DDW operates 12 natural color and caramel color facilities around the world, including the US, UK, Ireland, Brazil, Eswatini, Malaysia, and China. DDW The Color House was founded in 1865 and is based in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Givaudan

Vernier, Switzerland
Category Company
Founded 1796
Sector Chemicals
Employees16,260
Revenue 6.9B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION

Givaudan is a provider of fragrances and flavors. Givaudan was founded in 1796 and is based in Vernier, Switzerland.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 19 of 22
Sector (Chemicals) 5 of 6
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 13 of 15
State (Kentucky) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 4 of 6
Year (2021) 3 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-07-28 Next Beauty

Shanghai, China

Next Beauty identifying high potential brands and in the positioning, marketing and distribution of those brands in China through social media, including a unique network of connections with Chinese celebrities, influencers and live streamers. Next Beauty was founded in 2018 and is based in Shanghai, China.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-11-15 Custom Essence

Somerset, New Jersey, United States

Custom Essence has built a strong reputation in the fragrance markets in the United States through its ability to design and manufacture high-performing natural fragrances. With a strong focus on sustainability, the company operates at the highest levels of industry regulatory compliance and incorporates responsible sourcing practices in raw materials. Working closely with customers, employees, and partners, Custom Essence has achieved strong success in its targeted product areas and markets. Custom Essence was founded in 1981 and is based in Somerset, New Jersey.

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