The new frozen products are the first ready-to-bake croissants introduced under the Grands! platform and are joining Pillsbury’s permanent product lineup.
The transaction involves Ingredion selling a 51% interest in Rafhan Maize for approximately US$165 million, while maintaining roughly a 20% ownership position to support future collaboration and regional growth.
The strategic separation is designed to unlock shareholder value and allow both entities to pursue focused growth strategies tailored to their respective markets.
The deal is designed to sharpen IFF’s focus on its higher-growth and higher-margin businesses while strengthening its balance sheet and enhancing long-term shareholder value.
The decision is part of Paulig’s strategy to sharpen focus on the World Foods and Tex Mex categories that drive the company’s long term growth.