Ingredion (NYSE:INGR) is a leading global ingredients solutions provider, specializing in starches, sweeteners and nutrition ingredients derived from plant-based raw materials. The company partners with customers across the food and beverage, brewing, paper, pharmaceuticals and personal care industries, among others, to develop customized texturizers, stabilizers and flavor enhancers. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Ingredion’s portfolio also extends to biomaterials used in adhesives, biodegradable plastics and other industrial applications.
Founded in 1906 as the Corn Products Refining Company, the business has evolved through a series of strategic acquisitions and rebrandings to become Ingredion Incorporated in 2012. Notable transactions include the 2014 acquisition of Penford Corporation, which enhanced its specialty ingredients capabilities, and the integration of natural sweetener technologies such as stevia. These moves have broadened Ingredion’s expertise in functional and nutritional ingredients, strengthening its position in global markets.
Ingredion’s product offering encompasses a wide range of starch-based ingredients—such as native, modified and clean-label starches—alongside corn and tapioca sweeteners, texturizing proteins, dietary fibers and non-GMO solutions. The company also delivers tailored premixes and systems for plant-based protein applications, reflecting heightened consumer interest in health and wellness. Its research and development centers, located in key innovation hubs, drive the creation of next-generation ingredients that address evolving consumer trends and regulatory requirements.
Headquartered in Westchester, Illinois, Ingredion operates manufacturing facilities and technical centers across North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. Led by President and Chief Executive Officer James P. Zallie, the company maintains a commitment to sustainable sourcing, responsible manufacturing and community engagement. Through global collaboration and local expertise, Ingredion continues to expand its reach and deliver value-added solutions to customers worldwide.
