American Sugar Refining

American Sugar Refining
Company type	Private
Industry	Food processing
Founded	1891
Founder	Henry Osborne Havemeyer
Key people	Luis Fernandez, CEO
Products	Sugar, molasses, sweeteners
Revenue	$3.5 billion (2019)
Number of employees	8,000
Website	americansugar.com

American Sugar Refining[edit | edit source]

American Sugar Refining is a private food processing company that specializes in the production and distribution of sugar, molasses, and sweeteners. It was founded in 1891 by Henry Osborne Havemeyer and is headquartered in Yonkers, New York, United States. The current CEO of the company is Luis Fernandez.

History[edit | edit source]

American Sugar Refining was established in 1891 by Henry Osborne Havemeyer, a prominent American industrialist and philanthropist. Havemeyer was a key figure in the sugar industry and played a significant role in the development of the American sugar refining business.

Over the years, American Sugar Refining has grown to become one of the largest sugar refining companies in the United States. The company has expanded its operations and acquired several other sugar refineries and processing plants across the country.

Products[edit | edit source]

American Sugar Refining offers a wide range of sugar products, including granulated sugar, powdered sugar, brown sugar, and specialty sugars. The company also produces molasses and various sweeteners, such as high fructose corn syrup and liquid sugar.

Operations[edit | edit source]

American Sugar Refining operates multiple sugar refineries and processing plants throughout the United States. The company's facilities are strategically located to ensure efficient production and distribution of its products.

Sustainability Initiatives[edit | edit source]

American Sugar Refining is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The company has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including energy-efficient manufacturing processes and waste reduction programs.