Tradebe has successfully acquired CitraSource, a producer of natural citrus oils and extracts. The company will join Tradebe Life Sciences’ Ingredients division, further strengthening Tradebe’s presence in the U.S. market following the acquisition of Florachem in 2025.
Based in Winter Haven, Florida, CitraSource specializes in sourcing and processing ingredients from oranges, grapefruits, lemons, tangerines, and limes. Its portfolio includes citrus oils, terpeneless products, and specialty fractions used by customers worldwide. This acquisition complements Florachem’s capabilities and expands Tradebe’s expertise across the citrus value chain, while increasing manufacturing capacity and advanced distillation capabilities in Florida.
“CitraSource is a strategic acquisition that considerably expands our product portfolio in multi-tonality citrus specialties and enhances our manufacturing technology,” said Jon Leonard, CEO of the Ingredients Division at Tradebe Life Sciences.
Oscar Creixell, CEO of Tradebe Life Sciences, also added: “The integration of CitraSource, together with Florachem, reinforces our ambition to build a leading global platform in natural ingredients, strengthening our presence in the U.S. and expanding our offering to customers worldwide.”
The acquisition further reinforces Tradebe’s commitment to innovation, quality, and customer-focused solutions in the global ingredients market.
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With over two decades of experience in the flavor and fragrance industry, including the past 10 years in senior commercial leadership roles at Treatt, Gavin brings a proven track record of driving growth, building high-performing teams, and cultivating lasting customer relationships.
Gavin is an IFT member and a proud graduate of the University of Florida. Based in Central Florida, his family has been involved in the citrus industry for three generations, giving him a deep-rooted connection to the region and its agricultural heritage.
His industry expertise and strategic vision will be instrumental in accelerating our global sales efforts and strengthening our market position. We’re excited about the impact Gavin will make as we continue to grow and expand. “I’m excited to join such a talented team and contribute to the strong foundation they’ve built in the industry”, has highlighted Gavin Patrick
Florachem CEO Jon Leonard shared:
“The creation of this role and Gavin’s addition marks a critical milestone in our journey. As we enter the next strategic growth cycle, now as part of Tradebe, we’re making significant investments in people, technology, and capabilities to expand our product portfolio with a focus on delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and performance-driven ingredients that meet the evolving needs of our customers.”
Tradebe Life Sciences expands its international presence with the acquisition of Florachem, a U.S.-based company headquartered in Florida and a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of concentrated fractions, extracts, and natural ingredients derived from citrus.
Florachem, a specialist in natural citrus ingredients, employs 40 people and closed its last fiscal year with a turnover of $42 million, with projections to reach $66 million by the end of 2025. Currently, the company supplies and refines raw materials and products in more than ten countries. “The acquisition of Florachem brings key strategic synergies for the growth and internationalization of our division and marks our entry into the United States”, has highlighted Oscar Creixell, Life Sciences CEO.
This acquisition, along with that of Fabster (France) in 2024 and Cosmos in 2022, is part of Tradebe Life Sciences’ strategic plan to drive growth and international expansion into the flavours and fragrances (F&F) industry. With this move, the division establishes its first presence in the U.S. and strengthens its production capabilities.
About Tradebe
Tradebe businesses with 40 years of experience, was founded with a commitment to creating a more sustainable planet and making meaningful contributions to people’s well-being. We are proud to be a company that values integrity and high responsibility in everything we do, and we demonstrate this through our lines of business: Environmental Services, protecting the planet by recycling and reusing waste and by-products; Life Sciences, creating a circular economy by purifying and manufacturing essential ingredients; Health & Nutrition, transforming nutritional ingredients into well-being; and Port Services, focused on bulk liquid storage.
