New York-based International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.(IFF), broke ground on a flavors and fragrances plant located in Sri City, in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh in India. Part of a larger investment into the Greater Asia region, the plant is expected to be commercialized in December 2019. The new facility will be the largest manufacturing facility in India as also the largest IFF site in Greater Asia and will occupy a 32-acre plot to serve IFF customers across India and the region.
Andreas Fibig, chairman and CEO of the company said, “In this economically vibrant country, it is critical that we invest to provide our customers with winning tastes and scents. This new facility will be fitted with capabilities tailored for our customers’ needs.”
Managing director for India, M.G. Prakash said, “IFF India has a rich talent pool that provides cutting-edge solutions to our customers for their flavor and fragrance needs. We are proud to be a part of the growth of the Indian economy and the communities where we operate. “
