Notably, the company is well poised to benefit from cost cutting efforts, productivity initiatives, acquisitions and surging demand inglobal marketfor flavors and fragrances (particularly in emerging markets). This upbeat performance was aided by new wins and price increases implemented to counter rising raw material input costs inflation in both Flavors and Fragrances segments. Together, International Flavors & Fragrances and Frutarom will create a global leader in natural taste, scent and nutrition with an expected 2018 pro forma sales of $5.3 billion.