McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC) is a global leader in the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of spices, seasonings, condiments and other flavorful products. Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, the company provides a comprehensive portfolio of flavoring solutions for retail consumers, food manufacturers and the foodservice industry. Its well-known consumer brands include McCormick® spices and herbs, Frank’s® RedHot® sauce, and French’s® mustard, while its industrial division develops custom seasoning blends for customers ranging from quick-service restaurants to packaged food producers.
Over more than a century of operation, McCormick has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, including notable additions such as Lawry’s®, Zatarain’s® and Latin America’s Ducros® brand. These moves bolstered the company’s reach in key markets and diversified its product range to encompass global flavors, specialty extracts and proprietary seasoning systems. McCormick’s research and development centers in North America, Europe and Asia focus on both product innovation and applications technology, ensuring consistency, quality and food safety across its offering.
With a presence in more than 150 countries, McCormick serves consumers and commercial customers around the world. The company’s regional headquarters in Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America support localized product development and supply-chain integration, while its manufacturing facilities adhere to rigorous quality standards and sustainability practices. McCormick continues to invest in responsible sourcing of raw materials—such as herbs, spices and peppers—in collaboration with growers and farming communities to promote environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Leadership at McCormick is headed by Chairman & CEO Lawrence E. Kurzius, who has guided the company’s growth strategy and global expansion since 2011. Under his direction, McCormick has emphasized innovation, digital transformation and portfolio optimization, maintaining a commitment to culinary expertise and consumer trends. The company’s management team comprises executives with deep expertise in operations, marketing, finance and sustainability, all working to strengthen McCormick’s position as a flavor authority in the food industry.
