Caribbean Flavours and Fragrances Limited (CFF) recorded its first billion-dollar revenue year in 2025, with exports rising more than 21 per cent and net profit growing nearly three times as fast as revenue.

Reporting to shareholders at its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, September 23, the company announced revenue of J$1.002 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, up 13.3 per cent from J$884.7 million in 2024. Net profit increased 35.6 per cent to J$113.7 million.

“Reaching J$1 billion reflects the trust our customers place in us to help develop and improve their products,” said CFF Executive Director and CEO of Derrimon Group, Ian Kelly. “Our customers compete in dynamic markets. They rely on us to anticipate industry shifts, bring sound technical advice and respond quickly. Our growth is a testament to how we help them succeed.”

Supporting this approach, CFF continued to invest in overseas training for its technical team, bringing new knowledge into product development and its work with customers. 

“For the manufacturers we serve, the value of our expertise is evidenced by what it helps them achieve. We invest in our people so they bring more to each customer conversation, from ideas for improving a product to practical advice on responding to shifts in market demand.”

During the year, CFF expanded its bakery ingredient portfolio; this portfolio was introduced in 2024.

CFF was also appointed a regional distributor for Sensient colours.  Sensient, a leading global manufacturer for flavours and colour powders, ranked CFF fourth among distributors of colour powders in Latin America.

Beyond its commercial performance, CFF continued its investment in education through partnerships with End Time Basic School and Cockburn Gardens  Primary and Junior High School. Its support included upgrades to two classrooms at End Time Basic School, alongside Children’s Day and Annual Christmas celebrations with children and staff.

“As a Jamaican business, we have a stake in the future of our children, particularly those in our immediate surroundings,” said CFF General Manager Janice Lee. “Our school partnerships allow us to play a direct role in investing in their education, resourcing the teachers who serve them daily and engendering better learning outcomes. As CFF grows, our communities grow with us.”