Robertet Defies Headwinds with 7.6% Organic Growth, Eyes Global Expansion

GRASSE, FRANCE – February 12, 2026 – Robertet Group, the world leader in natural aromatic products, has announced a robust financial performance for 2025, demonstrating significant resilience in the face of global economic volatility and unfavorable currency markets. The family-owned company reported a strong organic revenue growth of 7.6%, reaching an estimated total revenue of €843.9 million.

While the reported revenue increase was a more modest 4.5% compared to 2024, the underlying organic growth figure paints a powerful picture of operational strength. The discrepancy highlights the substantial impact of a strengthening euro, which created a -3.5% currency headwind for the Grasse-based firm. At comparable exchange rates, the Group’s revenue was up 8%, underscoring vigorous demand for its natural ingredients across the globe.

This performance is particularly noteworthy when viewed against the broader flavors and fragrances industry. While major competitors also navigated the volatile environment, Robertet’s organic growth stands out. Givaudan reported a 5.1% like-for-like increase for 2025, while DSM-Firmenich posted 3% organic growth and IFF saw comparable currency-neutral sales grow by 2%. Robertet's results suggest its strategic focus on natural products and high-growth regions is paying significant dividends.

A World of Growth: Emerging Markets Fuel Expansion

A key driver of Robertet’s success was its exceptional performance in high-potential regions. The company saw an explosive 32.8% surge in organic growth in Latin America and a formidable 13.3% increase in Asia. These results were powered by dynamic activity in countries such as Brazil, Mexico, China, and Indonesia, which collectively overshadowed more modest growth in established markets like North America (+1.0%).

The strategic importance of this geographic diversification was epitomized by the inauguration of a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Karawang, Indonesia, in December 2025. The plant, which produces both flavors and fragrances, is a cornerstone of Robertet's ambition for Asia to contribute nearly a quarter of the Group's total revenue by 2030.

Located near Jakarta, the facility is poised to capitalize on Indonesia's rapidly expanding Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, which is driving 7-9% annual growth in local demand for flavors and fragrances. By establishing a local production hub, Robertet significantly shortens its supply chain, enabling faster response times for both multinational and local brands across Southeast Asia.

The Natural Advantage: Core Divisions Thrive

Robertet’s leadership in natural ingredients was clearly reflected in its divisional performance. The Raw Materials division led the charge with an impressive 12.4% organic growth, demonstrating the company’s foundational strength in sourcing unique and high-quality natural inputs. This was closely followed by the Flavors division (+10.4%) and the Health & Beauty division (+10.8%), both of which are capitalizing on the powerful global consumer trend toward clean-label, natural, and wellness-oriented products. The Fragrances division posted a more moderate growth of 2.1%.

The strong performance in these key divisions aligns perfectly with market intelligence, which identifies the demand for natural and sustainable ingredients as a primary driver of the entire flavors and fragrances industry. Robertet’s vertically integrated “Seed to Scent” model, which gives it control over the entire creative process from the farm to the final product, provides a distinct competitive advantage in this environment, ensuring traceability and quality that is increasingly demanded by consumers and clients alike.

Sowing a Sustainable Future

Further cementing its market leadership, Robertet has significantly deepened its commitment to sustainable development. In a landmark move, the company announced the adoption of a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) pathway, which received official validation in October 2025. This formalizes Robertet's pledge to contribute to global climate goals.

The near-term targets are ambitious: by 2033, Robertet aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6% and its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 32.5% from a 2023 baseline. The company has also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.

This commitment is more than a pledge; it is integrated into the core of the company's 2030 strategy, which is built on the pillars of sustainable sourcing, responsible transformation, and innovative creation. This dedication to environmental and social governance has already earned external recognition. In 2024, Robertet was awarded the EcoVadis Platinum medal, placing it in the top 1% of companies globally for CSR performance.

By intertwining its growth strategy with a robust sustainability agenda, Robertet is not only meeting the ethical demands of the modern market but is also future-proofing its business model. As the company looks ahead, it confirmed that its 2025 EBITDA margin is expected to show an increase over 2024, both in absolute value and as a percentage of revenue, proving that for Robertet, profitability and sustainability grow hand in hand.