T. Hasegawa USA Enhances Its Flavor Innovation Center, Paving the Way for Future Growth

Expanding Flavor Horizons: T. Hasegawa USA's Transformation

T. Hasegawa USA, a leader in the food and beverage flavor industry, has successfully completed a substantial renovation and expansion of its flavor innovation center located in Cerritos, California. This extensive project, finalized in February 2025, signifies the company's commitment to improving flavor development and manufacturing capacity in North America.

With the renovation spanning an entire year, T. Hasegawa has increased the size of its state-of-the-art research and development (R&D) facilities by over 50%. CEO Tom Damiano expressed excitement about the growth, stating that this expansion will enable their team to enhance service delivery to customers, providing top-notch flavor solutions catered to specific market needs.

The upgraded facilities now include specialized compounding labs for both sweet and savory flavors and a dedicated area designed for crafting beverage flavors. Additionally, the capacity of the applications lab has been expanded along with a new raw material storage space, allowing for more efficient operations. Other enhancements include a revamped pilot lab, improved meeting areas, and office spaces that facilitate better client collaboration.

This latest expansion follows T. Hasegawa’s launch of a newly constructed 60,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Rancho Cucamonga in 2022, which dramatically increased the company’s production space by nearly 400%. This facility is fully equipped with advanced technology for liquid blending, spray drying, and extraction, further positioning T. Hasegawa as a formidable player in the U.S. flavor market.

For over a century, T. Hasegawa has distinguished itself in the flavor industry by creating custom flavors for renowned food and beverage brands globally. The company is well-known for its innovative solutions and proprietary flavor-enhancing technologies, which set high standards in product differentiation and quality. Their motto, “Life Taste Better,” reflects their dedication to enhancing culinary experiences through exceptional flavor.

As part of their aims to lead the flavor market, T. Hasegawa is committed to investing in cutting-edge resources and technologies. As the industry evolves, the company is well-prepared to meet increasing consumer demands for innovative flavors.

T. Hasegawa continues to shape the future of taste globally. For more details about their extensive range of food and beverage flavor offerings and their unique development processes, visit www.thasegawa.com.

About T. Hasegawa USA, Inc.

For more than one hundred years, T. Hasegawa has been enriching lives through its custom flavors and fragrances tailored for leading food and beverage brands. Renowned for its innovation, the company focuses on elevating product flavor to unmatched levels, enhancing the way consumers enjoy food and beverages worldwide. Learn more at www.thasegawa.com.