At what enterprise value was NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS acquired in 2023?

During the acquisition of NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS by MITSUI & CO in 2023, 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 USD. 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 AgriFood industry currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 10.7x, providing a valuable benchmark for this transaction.

What was the EV/EBITDA of NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS when it was acquired by MITSUI & CO?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS is in the range of 10x - 18x. For comparison, the AgriFood sector currently shows an average EBITDA multiple of 10.7x. Join our community for free to access full valuation data and industry trends.

When was NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS acquired by MITSUI & CO?

NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS was acquired by MITSUI & CO in 2023.

What was the revenue of NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS at the time of the deal?

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

What was the EBITDA of NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS during the acquisition?

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06/2023

MITSUI & CO takes majority stake in NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS

NETHERLANDS Food Processing / Ingredients EV 500M - 1.5b USD

Context

Mitsui & Co., Ltd., a diversified Japanese trading and investment group, expands its presence in functional food ingredients through the acquisition of a majority stake in Nutrinova Netherlands B.V. from Celanese Corporation. The transaction supports Mitsui’s broader strategy of strengthening its Nutrition & Wellness platform and increasing exposure to high-value food ingredient categories. Nutrinova specialises in the production and distribution of high-intensity sweeteners and food preservation solutions supplied to food and beverage manufacturers worldwide. Its product portfolio addresses long-term industry trends including sugar reduction, healthier product formulations and shelf-life extension. The company serves a diversified customer base that includes major global food and beverage producers. Beyond expanding its footprint in nutrition and health-related markets, Mitsui aims to leverage commercial synergies with its existing food and specialty ingredient activities.

NUTRINOVA NETHERLANDS, which reported an EBITDA margin of in 2022, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of , representing a to the average currently observed in the AgriFood sector (10.7x).

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Target

Nutrinova Netherlands B.V. is a specialised producer of functional food ingredients serving the global food and beverage industry. Originating from a business developed within Celanese Corporation since the 1960s, the company has established positions in high-intensity sweeteners and food preservation solutions. Its ingredients are used across beverages, dairy products, confectionery, prepared foods and other applications requiring specialised formulation capabilities. Nutrinova manufactures and markets acesulfame potassium (Ace-K), a high-intensity sweetener used in reduced-sugar formulations, as well as sorbic acid and potassium sorbates, which are widely used as food preservatives. The company serves a global customer base comprising leading food and beverage manufacturers and operates within a highly regulated environment requiring consistent product quality, regulatory compliance and reliable supply.

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Valuation range: EV 500M - 1.5b USD

Revenue range: 100M - 200M USD

EBITDA range: 25M - 50M USD

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Target: nutrinova netherlands

Acquirer: mitsui & co