Established bouillon taste since
1926
In 1926, Roelof Exter launched his business in Zaandam as he collected fat and bones in the centre of Zaandam. The tastes were prepared using authentic recipes and traditional methods. In those days, raw materials primarily came from animals. Nowadays at Exter, we make many plant-based tastes, such as hydrolysed vegetable protein. When the license with Nestlé expired, Roelof Exter continued producing bouillon independently. Jacob Hart, Exter’s son in law, became his successor, and he was subsequently succeeded by his two sons, Jacob and Roel. A genuine family-run business therefore. Following several take-overs, the current owners took over the company.
With our bouillon and oven expertise as a basis, Exter soon expanded and the workforce kept on increasing. This was boosted by the partial take-over of Honig and the launch of Exter Thailand. In the meantime, we are working with customers across the globe. From Japan to Poland, the USA to France, Israel to Italy. Each year, more than 100,000 tonnes of food contain our tastes. We have 75 members of staff, more than 20 local partners and a production site in Thailand.
Exter’s Savoury Taste Systems provide specific tastes reminiscent of bouillon, meat, fish, vegetables and umami.
Home of Taste
At Exter, taste is at the heart of everything we do. Founded in 1926 and headquartered in Zaandam, the Netherlands, we are a leading provider of savoury taste solutions for the global food industry. Tasty food is our passion, and it is our mission to maintain and expand the choice in authentic tastes in a sustainable way.
With nearly a century’s expertise, we specialize in the development and production of high-quality savoury tastes that meet the evolving needs of consumers. From traditional meat notes to plant-based innovations, our products are designed to enhance taste experiences, providing versatile solutions for soups, meat, sauces, snacks, meat alternatives, and beyond.
Exter is more than a taste company, we are a partner that collaborates closely with our customers, bringing tailor-made solutions and a flexible approach. We are proud of the long-lasting relationships we’ve built and of the contributions we’ve made to their success.
Global Partnerships
As a global player we strive for strategic partnerships with local key players in the food industry.
North America
Thailand
Customized tastes for 45 countries
Each country has its own traditions, habits and legislation. That is why we like to work locally through our distributors. We are represented in 45 countries across the world. This is the way in which we can work on a personal level, fulfilling the requirements of each country and tradition.
We work closely with our customers to create the perfect taste. First of all, we need to know whether there are certain declarations which the taste must comply with. Which products is it going to be used for? Dry or liquid? Does it need to be kosher, halal or allergen-free? Is it technically feasible? What is the situation concerning national and international legislation? Exter has got it all covered.
Commitment to quality
Tasty food is our passion and it is our mission to maintain and expand the choice in authentic tastes in a sustainable way. We strive to do better every day. Part of this constant improvement is making our taste ingredients available for everyone, which means the highest quality of ingredients and processes are used to create tasty ingredients.
The taste of quality you can savour
Employee Testimonials
The personal approach of the organization is one of Exter’s foremost characteristics.
Within Exter, all of us work together. Everyone has their part to play, their tasks, and their responsibilities.
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