Mane Acquires Citrus Specialist Cvista

French fragrance and flavor group Mane has acquired Cvista, a U.S. producer of citrus essential oil fractions and natural essences. The move strengthens Mane's access to advanced fractionation technologies and positions it closer to key American citrus sourcing regions.

Cvista, founded in 2010 by Hadi Lashkajani, is headquartered in Riverview, Florida. The company has built a reputation for transforming orange, lemon, lime, and grapefruit essential oils into premium natural ingredients. It serves approximately 130 customers worldwide. The acquisition comes as citrus notes remain a cornerstone of perfumery, with bright and fruity accords driving demand in fine fragrance and personal care.

A Strategic Lever for Citrus Innovation

Samantha Mane, President of the Mane Group, stated the acquisition is a strategic lever for innovation in the citrus sector. She said bringing together the two companies' complementary expertise will accelerate the development of high-value citrus ingredients backed by advanced science.

Cvista's expertise spans the entire citrus value chain, from global raw material sourcing to the precise fractionation of aromatic compounds. The company has developed advanced capabilities in purifying trace compounds. This allows it to isolate and enhance rare molecules like valencene, decanal, and nootkatone. These ingredients are highly prized for the depth, freshness, and sophistication they bring to fragrance compositions. They represent a valuable asset as perfume houses increasingly seek distinctive natural materials.

Florida as a New Citrus Hub

As part of the deal, Mane will transform Cvista's Riverview site into a global center of excellence dedicated to citrus. Cvista's teams will join the group, and its R&D facilities, pilot plant, and production capabilities will be maintained and expanded. The Florida location provides strategic proximity to a major U.S. citrus-growing region. It strengthens Mane's ability to develop next-generation citrus ingredients for fragrances and beverages.

The new hub will also support Mane's recent partnership with computational biology pioneer Arzeda. This collaboration focuses on the production and commercialization of the ViaLeaf Reb M sweetener technology. Cvista's expertise in natural citrus compounds strengthens this platform, extending innovation potential beyond beverages.

Industry Context and Mane's Scale

The investment reflects a broader industry race to secure advanced citrus capabilities. Demand is growing for natural ingredients and high-precision olfactive fractions. In 2025, competitor International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) expanded its footprint through a partnership with Florida Polytechnic University to establish a Citrus Innovation Center in Lakeland, Florida.

Mane is an independent, family-owned company. It now operates 54 R&D centers and 31 production sites, employing more than 8,500 people across 41 countries.