At what enterprise value was IBERCHEM GROUP acquired in 2020?

During the acquisition of IBERCHEM GROUP by CRODA INTERNATIONAL in 2020, the company was valued at an estimated revenue multiple of below 5x. The transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of 500M - 1.5b EUR. By registering for free, you get access to complete and exact transaction details including enterprise value, revenue, and EBITDA. Additionally, our database shows that the Industry & Manufacturing industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 10.9x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of IBERCHEM GROUP when it was acquired by CRODA INTERNATIONAL?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for IBERCHEM GROUP is in the range of 15x - 25x. For comparison, the Industry & Manufacturing sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 10.9x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was IBERCHEM GROUP acquired by CRODA INTERNATIONAL?

IBERCHEM GROUP was acquired by CRODA INTERNATIONAL in 2020.

What was the revenue of IBERCHEM GROUP at the time of the deal?

The revenue of IBERCHEM GROUP at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of 100M - 200M EUR. Register for free to access the full transaction report and exact valuation multiples.

What was the EBITDA of IBERCHEM GROUP during the acquisition?

IBERCHEM GROUP's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of 25M - 50M EUR. Join our community for free to access complete and exact deal data.

What is Enterprise Value (EV)?

Enterprise Value (EV) is a measure of a company's total value, often used as a more comprehensive alternative to equity market capitalization. EV includes in its calculation the market capitalization of a company but also short-term and long-term debt as well as any cash on the company's balance sheet.

What is the EV/EBITDA multiple and why is it used?

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11/2020

IBERCHEM GROUP acquired by CRODA INTERNATIONAL

SPAIN Chemicals & Materials / Specialty Chemicals / Flavors & Fragrances EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Context

Croda International has acquired Iberchem Group from the French private equity firm Eurazeo. This acquisition provides Croda with an immediate, high-growth platform in the global Fragrances & Flavours (F&F) market. The deal allows Croda to offer "full formulation" solutions to its customers (combining active ingredients with scents). Iberchem will continue to operate as an independent entity to preserve its agile culture. The transaction was funded via a combination of existing debt facilities and an equity placement.

IBERCHEM GROUP, which reported an EBITDA margin of LOGIN in 2020, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of LOGIN, representing a LOGIN to the average currently observed in the Industry & Manufacturing sector (10.9x).

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Target

Headquartered in Murcia, Spain, Iberchem is a leading global manufacturer of fragrances and flavours. The company specializes in creating scents for personal care (fine fragrances, shampoos) and home care products (detergents), which account for ~80% of sales. It also operates a "Flavours" division called Scentium (20% of sales) for the food and beverage industry. Iberchem is distinct for its "Emerging Market" focus, with strong positions in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and a business model tailored to local/regional brands rather than global multinationals.

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List of similar M&A transactions (Date, Acquirer, Target, Country, Sector, Deal Context)
Date	Acquirer	Target	Country	Sector	Deal Context
06/2021	IBERCHEM GROUP	PARFEX	FRANCE	Chemicals & Materials	Iberchem has acquired a 95% stake in Parfex, a French fragrance house, with the intention to launch a squeeze-out to delist the company from Euronext Access. This acquisition is highly strategic for Iberchem (and its parent Croda), as it secures a foothold in Grasse, France, enhancing its legitimacy in the "Prestige" and "Fine Fragrance" segments. Parfex's focus on premium, natural ingredients complements Iberchem's existing portfolio, which is historically stronger in emerging markets and mass-market applications.

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Valuation range: EV 500M - 1.5b EUR

Revenue range: 100M - 200M EUR

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M EUR

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Press release: view release

Target: iberchem group

Acquirer: croda international