McCormick & Co Inc-MD MKC

Overview

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor, renowned for manufacturing, marketing, and distributing a wide array of spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products. Established in 1889, the company has cemented its presence in the food industry through constant innovation and a keen understanding of consumer and industry needs. McCormick operates under two main segments: Consumer and Flavor Solutions, catering to a diverse range of customers from retail consumers to multinational food manufacturers and foodservice customers. Headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland, McCormick's dedication to quality, taste, and aroma has made it a household name, and its products are distributed worldwide, enhancing the flavor of meals across cultures and cuisines.

Products and Services

McCormick & Company's diverse range of products and services is categorized into two primary segments, ensuring it meets a wide spectrum of consumer and industry needs:

• Consumer Segment: This segment focuses on the retail consumer market, offering a variety of spices, herbs, seasonings, condiments, sauces, and desserts. Products under this segment are marketed under several prominent brands, including McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Lawry's, Cholula Hot Sauce, Gourmet Garden, Club House, OLD BAY, Ducros, Schwartz, Kamis, LA Drogheria, Vahiné, DaQiao, Aeroplane, and others. These brands cater to different regional preferences and cuisines, encompassing everything from everyday cooking spices to specific ethnic and gourmet products. Moreover, McCormick also produces items under private labels, broadening its reach to customers looking for quality at a range of price points. This segment primarily serves retailers such as grocery stores, mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs, discount and drug stores, e-commerce retailers, and is facilitated by direct sales and distributors.
• Flavor Solutions Segment: Designed to meet the needs of multinational food manufacturers and foodservice customers, this segment provides seasoning blends, spices and herbs, condiments, coating systems, and compound flavors. The Flavor Solutions segment is instrumental in partnering with food businesses to innovate and tailor flavors that meet the evolving tastes and preferences of consumers. Customers in this segment include food manufacturers and foodservice businesses, and services are provided both directly and through distributors, ensuring McCormick's presence in professional kitchens and food production lines across the globe.