Overview
Description
Barry Callebaut AG is a leading global manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa-based products, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. The company was formed in 1996 through the merger of Cacao Barry and Callebaut, uniting French and Belgian chocolate legacies under one international enterprise. Barry Callebaut AG operates as a vertically integrated supplier, mastering every stage from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to creating finished chocolate products. It supplies a comprehensive portfolio—including chocolates, compounds, fillings, decorations, and nut-based ingredients—to major consumer goods companies, artisan chocolatiers, bakeries, hotels, and food manufacturers worldwide. The manufacturer is known for its innovation in sustainable cocoa, exemplified by its "Forever Chocolate" program and initiatives for healthier, reduced-sugar formulations. Operating over 60 production sites across Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, Barry Callebaut AG plays a pivotal role in both the food processing and confectionery industries, supporting global and local brands alike. Its scale, commitment to sustainability, and product diversity make it a central player in the worldwide chocolate supply chain.
About
CEO
Employees
13138
Address
Hardturmstrasse 181
Zurich, 8005
Zurich, 8005
Phone
41 43 204 04 04
Website
Instrument type
Common stock
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Confectioners
Country
Switzerland
MIC code
XSWX