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Second Nature Brands acquires Voortman® brand from The J.M. Smucker Co. and updates fiscal year 2025 net sales outlook

PRIVATEDec 02, 2024

Acquiring Company

Second Nature Brands

Acquired Company

The J.M. Smucker

DetroitFood and BeverageFood And BeverageHospitalityE CommerceGroceryRetail

Description

The J.M. Smucker Co. has completed the divestiture of the Voortman® brand to Second Nature Brands in a transaction valued at approximately $305 million. This divestiture reflects the company's commitment to optimizing its portfolio and reallocating resources to its core growth brands. The company also updated its full-year fiscal 2025 net sales guidance to reflect the impact of the divested business.

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Second Nature Brands is acquiring The J.M. Smucker, announced December 2, 2024. Second Nature Brands is based in Detroit, Michigan, United States.

How much did Second Nature Brands pay for The J.M. Smucker?
The deal value was not disclosed.
What does Second Nature Brands do?
Second Nature Brands is a leading creator of snacks and treats that make lives better, naturally.
Where are Second Nature Brands and The J.M. Smucker based?
Second Nature Brands is based in Detroit, Michigan, United States.
Who are the decision-makers at Second Nature Brands?
Fundz holds 1 contact at Second Nature Brands. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Company Information

Company

Second Nature Brands

Location

Detroit, Michigan, United States

About

Second Nature Brands is a leading creator of snacks and treats that make lives better, naturally. By investing in new product development, thoughtful ingredient sourcing, and innovative business processes, Second Nature Brands is reimagining premium and better-for-you snacks and treats. Under its growing family of brands, Kar’s Nuts®, Second Nature Snacks®, and Sanders Chocolates®, Second Nature Brands has an extensive distribution network across the United States and a growing direct-to-consumer eCommerce presence. Currently, Kar’s Nuts® and Second Nature Snacks® are two of the best-selling trail mix brands in the nation, including the #1 selling Kar’s Sweet ‘n Salty Mix. Sanders Chocolates is one of the largest kettle-cooked, small-batch crafters of sea salt caramel treats in the U.S. Find out more at Second Nature Brands (www.secondnaturebrandsus.com), Kar’s Nuts (www.karsnuts.com), Second Nature Snacks (www.secondnaturesnacks.com), and Sanders Chocolates (www.sanderscandy.com)

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Frequently asked

Who acquired The J.M. Smucker?

The J.M. Smucker was acquired by Second Nature Brands, based in Detroit. The deal was reported on December 2, 2024. Second Nature Brands is a leading creator of snacks and treats that make lives better, naturally. Second Nature Brands is privately held.

When did Second Nature Brands acquire The J.M. Smucker?

Second Nature Brands's acquisition of The J.M. Smucker was reported on December 2, 2024. The J.M. Smucker Co. has completed the divestiture of the Voortman® brand to Second Nature Brands in a transaction valued at approximately $305 million. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does The J.M. Smucker do?

At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to make food people and pets love by offering a diverse family of brands available across North America. It is privately held, operating in Food and Beverage.

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