Naturex - 5469- Profile

Naturex. The Group's principal activity is to produce and sell plant extracts. The Group operates under four major segments, Nutraceutical, Cosmetic and food ingredients, Raw materials and Custom extraction. Under Nutraceutical, the Group offers food supplements in the form of powder, gels and capsules. Under Cosmetics and food ingredients, the Group offers natural plant extracts such as flavoring, colouring and preservatives used in the cosmetic and food industry. Under Raw materials, the Group offers aromatic products. Under Custom extraction, the Group offers specific extraction based on customer needs. The Group works with the biotechnological industries and the extraction is done as per the industry need. The Group operates in Europe, Japan and the United States. In 2005, the Group acquired Pure World Inc. Nutraceutical acctd for 58% of 2005 revs; Cosmetic & Food Ingredients, 28%; Raw Mat, 10%; Custom Extraction, 4% & Other, Nom