Oterra

What began in 1876 with the launch of the first Annatto color for butter and cheese has evolved into the world's largest provider of naturally sourced colors. For over a century, the company operated as the Natural Colors division of Chr. Hansen, building a legacy of innovation and expertise in the food and beverage industry. In 2021, following its acquisition by the private equity firm EQT, the division was established as a standalone company and rebranded as Oterra, a name inspired by the Latin word for 'earth'.

Today, Oterra continues to champion the belief that 'nature got it right the first time'. With a presence in over 30 countries and a team of more than 1,000 employees, the company offers the widest portfolio of natural colors in the industry. Their vertically integrated supply chain—from seed to shelf—ensures full traceability and sustainability, allowing them to provide authentic, safe, and vibrant color solutions to food and beverage manufacturers globally. Oterra's journey is defined by a commitment to replacing artificial additives with the power of nature's true colors.