We are proud to announce the acquisition of Cvista, a U.S.-based supplier of citrus oil fractions and natural essences headquartered in Riverview, Florida. Driven by a shared strategic and technological vision, the acquisition will establish a MANE global Citrus and Beverage Center of Excellence in the United States.
Cvista is known for its advanced expertise in citrus oil processing and for producing high-value natural ingredients, particularly for the flavor and fragrance industry. The acquisition will strengthen MANE’s position in citrus - a key area for innovation across flavors and beverages - by combining the two companies’ capabilities and specialized know-how to accelerate citrus and beverage development and support sustainable growth.
Stepping up citrus and beverage innovation in the U.S.
MANE will establish a global Citrus and Beverage Center of Excellence in Riverview, Florida, leveraging Cvista’s teams, facilities, and expertise. Cvista’s team will join MANE, bringing valuable citrus knowledge and experience to the organization.
The U.S.-based center will also bring MANE closer to strategic citrus sourcing regions, accelerate the development of breakthrough beverage solutions and establish a dedicated global citrus platform. The center also creates opportunities to build on MANE’s recent partnership with Arzeda to produce and commercialize ViaLeaf™ Reb M technology, combining complementary strengths to develop innovative solutions for the growing functional and reduced-sugar beverage markets.
“This acquisition is a strategic catalyst for MANE’s growth in citrus, particularly in the beverage sector. Cvista is a recognized leader with a proven ability to transform natural raw materials into high-value ingredients,” said Samantha Mane, president of MANE Group.
“We are delighted to welcome their team to MANE, uniting our capabilities and shared commitment to sensory excellence. This acquisition will strengthen our leadership in citrus solutions and accelerate the development of exceptional ingredients, backed by cutting-edge science, for our customers.”
Harnessing citrus innovation
Cvista has established itself as a leading supplier with deep technological know-how, operating across the entire citrus value chain, from sourcing raw materials to the precise fractionation of flavor compounds.
The company brings advanced skills in purifying trace compounds, enabling the isolation and valorization of molecules present in very small quantities, such as valencene, decanal, and nootkatone, which are key to creating distinctive flavor profiles.
Its modern, automated industrial operations include distillation, extraction, resin-based processing and molecular distillation. The company also demonstrates strong agility in sourcing raw materials worldwide. Cvista’s experienced team has extensive knowledge of natural raw materials and a proven ability to transform rare ingredients into high-value solutions.
Today, the company serves approximately 130 customers worldwide, supplying specialized products valued throughout the flavor and fragrance industry.
A unique technology platform
The Cvista campus comprises several integrated facilities, including research and development, pilot-scale, production and warehousing operations, all designed to deliver efficiency, flexibility and quality.
The campus features a state-of-the-art, highly automated manufacturing platform that enables continuous production of high-purity citrus ingredients, supported by advanced analytical laboratories for quality control and the development of new citrus fractions. Its comprehensive pilot-scale platform also enables the development of tailor-made citrus fractions to meet customers’ specific requirements. This integrated infrastructure provides an ideal foundation for developing differentiated, next-generation citrus ingredients and solutions.