GRASSE, FRANCE — The Robertet Group, a flavor manufacturer, is acquiring Phasex, a supercritical carbon dioxide extraction company for natural products. Terms were not disclosed.

“The acquisition of Phasex represents a major step forward for us,” said Jérôme Bruhat, chief executive officer of Robertet Group. “Robertet is now the first company in the fragrances and flavors sector to have invested in CO₂ extraction in North America, with a clear focus on high value-added extracts for both the aroma and nutricosmetics industries.

“By integrating Phasex’s expertise, we are further consolidating our position as a leader in natural ingredients as we develop more sustainable, efficient solutions for our customers. Through this transaction, we have strengthened our industrial base in North America, which is one of the key drivers toward our goal of achieving $109 billion in total sales by 2030.”

Founded in 1981 by Val Krukonis and based in North Andover, Mass., Phasex’s portfolio includes natural products, biopharmaceuticals and polymers.

Phasex’s carbon dioxide extraction is a method for extracting aromatic or functional components from a solid biomass or liquid raw material by using supercritical carbon dioxide, according to the company.

The acquisition of Phasex will enable Robertet to enhance its production capacities and extend carbon dioxide extraction-derived offerings to its North American customers, develop new ranges of natural ingredients for flavors and fragrances and reduce time to market, according to Robertet.