DSM completed the acquisition of First Choice Ingredients for $453m.

DSM, a global science-based company, completed the acquisition of First Choice Ingredients, a supplier of dairy-based savory flavorings, for $453m. "This is the right time in First Choice Ingredients’ journey to become part of a company such as DSM. The people of First Choice Ingredients will continue to deliver our legendary products and customer service with can-do attitude and relentless focus on product integrity and innovation. They are some of the most hard-working and loyal teammates ever assembled under one roof," Jim Pekar, First Choice Ingredients President.