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Welcome to McCormick’s Sneak Peek Behind the Label
“Our volume-led growth reflects our differentiation and the benefit of continued investment in our brands, expanded distribution, and innovation.”
Brendan M. Foley, Chairman, President, and CEO, McCormick & Company, Inc.
McCormick’s expertise in the art, science and passion of flavor makes an impression in restaurants, kitchens, and tables around the world. Your focus on relentless innovation sets the bar for not only the food industry but the experience of eating itself.
At MCC, we’re inspired by this ambition and excited by the opportunity to join you on this journey. Our proven track record in high-precision manufacturing and reliable structure defined by outstanding on-time, in-full delivery uniquely position us to support your goals.
As we take you Behind the Label and share the MCC story, remember this: A great label does more than inform. It is an assurance of quality and the visible signature to a flavor experience. It champions brands and supports sustainability through innovative material use and reduced waste. The precision of the label reflects the commitment to quality, the differentiated capabilities, and the operational excellence that define McCormick & Company.
Mark Lajoie, Senior Account Executive
Choosing those to share your table is all about connection. Every day, all around the world, people choose McCormick to join them at theirs. It would be our privilege to join you at yours. Kerry
Kerry Traves, Key Account Manager
Mark Lajoie Kerry Traves
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Snapshot of our business today
Business Partnership for over 15 years
MCC supplies over 700 million labels to McCormick per annum
Working together we deliver labels valued over $13M
MCC provides best in class OTIF, with nearly 97% OTIF for 2025, above and beyond McCormick’s requirement of 95%
Meeting McCormick’s World Class PQF target. Exceeded 2023 goal (2.2 vs. 1.13 actual), achieved 2024 goal (1.1 vs. 1.0 actual), and maintaining the World Class standard of 1 in 2025. Core Brands
Cholula Tequila Lime Project
MCC partnered with McCormick to transform Cholula Mexico’s labeling technology. Through enhanced efficiency and premium foil embellishments, we more than doubled production volume while earning worldwide recognition for packaging innovation.
THE OPPORTUNITY
McCormick sought an innovative labeling solution for packaging to support Cholula Mexico’s growing volume demands, improve efficiency, and enhance overall quality.
MCC’S SOLUTION
Streamlined production and improved performance by transitioning from Cut & Stack to Pressure Sensitive label application.
Enhanced premium visual appeal and achieved market differentiation with integrated foil embellishments.
Provided dedicated account team support and expertise throughout the implementation process.
RESULT
• More than doubled label volume in one year (18 million to 40.6 million labels).
• Enabled faster labeling processes and improved supply chain stability.
• Achieved “Best In Class” distinction at 2025 PAC Global Awards for product innovation.
RECYCLABILITY AND QUALITY AT SCALE
Introduction
“The transition allowed Cholula to maintain a more stable supply chain, process higher-quality labels more quickly, and exercise greater control over their orders and inventory. We were excited to celebrate this product’s global recognition with our partners at McCormick!”
Ruben Cervantes
Sales Representative
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OptiCoat™
MCC implemented a vertically-integrated coating solution that enabled McCormick to incorporate recycling-compatible pressure-sensitive labels for multiple brands. Through OptiCoat™ technology, we supported sustainability messaging while maintaining premium label performance across major product lines.
THE OPPORTUNITY
McCormick sought to transition its labels to recyclable options that would support both environmental goals and consumer messaging around sustainability. The solution would have to comply with recycling standards while maintaining label quality.
MCC’S SOLUTION
• Applied OptiCoat™, a fully customizable coating solution designed for recycling compatibility, to packaging operations across three major McCormick brands: Simply Asia, Frank’s RedHot, and Cholula.
• Integrated graphics highlighting containers made with 100% recycled plastic to support sustainability messaging.
OUR RESULT
• Produced more than 5 million labels across brands using OptiCoat™ technology, including 4 million+ labels printed yearto-date, demonstrating strong adoption.
• Enabled McCormick’s sustainability messaging while maintaining premium label
Additional Products That OptiCoat™ Can Enhance To Meet Sustainability Goals
“Our OptiCoat line offers APR-recognized material solutions for PET and HDPE containers. This approach to servicing our customers ensures products like Simply Asia, Cholula, and Frank’s RedHot meet not only the needs of McCormick but also those of today’s recycling streams.”
Tom Gordon Technical Director, Pressure Sensitive Labels
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recycLABEL™ PSL
MCC engineered a sustainable label solution that dramatically reduced McCormick’s environmental footprint while maintaining Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) compliance and delivering measurable impact across carbon, water, and energy metrics.
THE OPPORTUNITY
McCormick’s existing white semi-gloss paper label with Kraft liner created sustainability challenges around PET container recyclability. Paper contaminates the recycling stream, and high-coverage applications (55%-70% of surface area) exceeds APR guidelines.
MCC’S SOLUTION
Developed 2.24 mil White BOPP film with recyclable adhesive and 0.92 mil PET liner meeting APR and European PET Bottle Platform (EPBP) standards.
Engineered floating separation technology ensuring clean PET recycling.
RESULT OF 5BX1
• Reduced CO2 emissions by 29%, water usage by 33%, and energy consumption by 24% based on a 85 million annual label volume.
• Achieved APR Design Recognition for Critical Guidance for solving longstanding recyclability challenges.
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McCormick (5BX1)
Growth Opportunities with McCormick
MCC OptiCoat™
Key Benefits
SUSTAINABILITY
• Vastly improved Product Carbon Footprint
• Down-gauged materials
• Spent PET liner circularity
• APR approved (NA)
• EPBP / RecyClass approved (EU)
RESILIENCY OF SUPPLY
• Eliminate stock-outs through integrated demand planning
• Capacity prioritized for McCormick lead times
• Avoid unexpected price increases due to external supply chain volatility
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COST CONTROL
• Input costs linked to indices for price change transparency/hedging
• Allocated production capacity for McCormick
• Potential cost savings from vertical integration
PERFORMANCE
• Maximize McCormick OEE
A vertically-integrated, fully customizable coating solution for Pressure Sensitive materials used to provide optimal outcomes for both the customer and MCC. McCormick + MCC: Partnering with Purpose
• Tailored to McCormick container types, dimensions and shapes
• Holistic evaluation of McCormick lines to minimize downtime
• Ensure lowest total applied cost for PSL at McCormick “factory gate out”
Behind MCC
OptiCoat™ is a team of materials experts, trained to evaluate existing solutions and provide custom specifications to meet McCormick goals.
Smart Packaging
Connecting customers and products through RFID & other Smart Labeling technologies.
Helping brands build consumer connections & enhance business performance.
Product verification & supply chain efficiencies
• Use for tracking, anti-counterfeiting, inventory management and more
• Access to data to improve productivity, operational efficiency and reduce labor costs
Increase consumer engagement & gain valuable business insights
• Brands connect with their customers through loyalty programs, rewards or coupons
• Software provides brand owners with valuable data on consumer preferences
Provide brand protection & security
• Use for anticounterfeiting or product authentication, ensuring brand integrity
• Provide product protection throughout chain of custody in the supply chain
Increase product freshness & enhance business performance
• Gain visibility into supply chain, inventory levels, and shipping information in real-time
• Access to data to improve productivity, operational efficiency and reduce labor costs
Beyond Labels: Equipment Solutions
Our in-house Equipment Solutions Group ensures your labels are applied smoothly and efficiently.
We understand the importance of flawless execution even after labels are printed, which is why we’re proud to be the only printing and label converter that operates as an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) of automation equipment.
What is it?
We engineer and design label application systems to handle your most demanding label challenges and maximize your productivity.
How does it work
• Concept & Design
• Printing
• Application
• Technical Support
Key benefits
• Quick ramp-up times
• Smooth integration for plug-and-play equipment
• Flexibility to accommodate future line optimizations
Investments in the Future
Geographical optimization to ensure business continuity in all regions.
EMEA
High Embellished, wide format presses designed to deliver the quality expectations for McCormick
Over
50%
Capital Expenditure in New Assets to support McCormick drive for improved embellishments and superiority.
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AMERICAS
High Embellished, narrow web PSL market oriented, sheetfed and web presses for C&S and SSL, with a new R&D press now available
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APAC
High Embellished, market focused presses, splicers and die cutters delivering additional colors and new embellishments, with the addition of a new flexographic press
Investment in Solar power
Approach to Innovation/ Partnership
Let’s develop the answers together.
McCormick’s strategic relationship with MCC includes partnership for new solutions.
Discovery
Understand goals, technical requirements, & sustainability targets.
Design
Collaborate on label concepts, create mockups, & leverage Rapid Prototyping Center.
Testing
Test prototypes, refine based on feedback, & optimize performance.
Validation
Test at scale and in real-world conditions & finalize the solution.
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Launch
Roll out the solution & establish a feedback loop for future enhancements.
MULTI-COLOR CORPORATION
A colorful history
MCC was founded in 1916, initially as the Franklin Development Company, later becoming Multi-Color Corporation.
While our name and industry have evolved over the years, MCC has consistently been a pioneer of label printing. Most notably, we developed in-mold labeling in the 1970s — a solution still widely used today.
Together with companies we’ve joined forces with, we’ve created premium labels for the world’s most iconic brands.
MCC at a glance
Today, MCC is proud to be the largest premium label provider and one of the most award-winning label printers.
$3.5B in revenue
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
12,275 global employees
100+ plants
25+ countries and 6 continents
Strategic growth for a vibrant future
OCTOBER 2017
MCC acquires Constantia Labels to leverage their European operational footprint and assets.
JULY 2019
A merge with WS Packaging allows MCC to present an even more comprehensive suite of label solutions.
JULY 2021
MCC is acquired by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm with a 40-year track record in strengthening and growing industrial enterprises.
OCTOBER 2021
MCC enhances its presence in Australia and New Zealand by acquiring Hexagon Label Group.
NOVEMBER 2021
Since its inception in 1916, MCC has continuously added new print technologies and innovations that have augmented our ability to serve customers.
In recent years, we have exponentially grown our global footprint and capabilities through strategic mergers and acquisitions.
MCC merges with the Fort Dearborn Company to offer a diverse portfolio of technologies, geographic markets, and customers.
OCTOBER 2022
The acquisition of Flexcoat Autoadesivos S.A. expands MCC’s label and lamination offerings in South America.
DECEMBER 2021
MCC bolsters its footprint in Europe and Thailand by acquiring seven facilities from Skanem Group.
DECEMBER 2022
MCC acquires LUX Global Label to grow our home and personal care, and pharmaceutical markets.
APRIL 2023
Acquiring Korsini out of Turkey strengthens MCC’s presence in the In-Mold Label (IML) market.
OCTOBER 2024
MCC acquires Starport Technologies, a leading provider of smart label and RFID solutions, strengthening MCC’s RFID capabilities.
OCTOBER 2023
MCC acquires Greecebased Karydakis to complement its IML porfolio in Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
DECEMBER 2024
MCC acquires Mexico-based Eximpro, a premier manufacturer and print of shrink sleeve labels.
Executive Leadership Team
Felix Angst Chief Commercial Officer, Americas
Tatiana Berardinelli Chief Human Resources Officer
Frederic Noel President, EMEA
Nitin Chadda Chief Transformation and Innovation Officer
Anjli Patel SVP, Global Procurement
MCC is led by an experienced, multi-disciplinary team with decades of collective experience in the label industry.
Linn Harson Chief Legal Officer
Kathleen Phelps Chief Financial Officer
Angelo Marchesin Chief Operations Officer, Americas
Hassan Rmaile President & Chief Executive Officer
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Mathieu Nieuwenhuyse SVP / Global IML
Lars Schuetzenmeister SVP, APAC
Global reach. Local service.
With 100+ facilities in 90+ countries, MCC’s international presence ensures business continuity, supply chain security, and the ability to qualify a project at multiple plants. Ten MCC plants supplying
At MCC, care is at the heart of everything we do.
Our True Colors are how we bring that care to life.
Accountability
Following through on our promises
Holding self and others to high standards
Taking initiative to get things done
Owning mistakes, using them as a learning opportunity
Thinking and acting like an owner
Drive for Results
Relentlessly focusing on achievement
Bringing a sense of urgency and responsiveness to work
Prioritizing effectively
Making data-driven decisions
Persevering despite challenges
Customer Focus
Meeting and exceeding customers’ needs
Putting the customer at the center of decision-making
Seeking stakeholder engagement and input
Being attentive to new opportunities
Adjusting to changing requirements
Innovation
Continuously striving for new and better
Challenging the status quo
Demonstrating curiosity
Discovering and pursuing new opportunities
Creating a safe environment for both success and failure
Team Player
Collaborating and having each other’s backs
Behaving ethically
Communicating in a timely and appropriate manner
Showing respectful courage—kindness, respect, and humility
Promoting an inclusive environment for all
Our people.
With over 12,000 employees worldwide, the MCC team delivers a wide range of skills and experiences, from manufacturing, procurement, and technical services to marketing and information technology.
Through our people, programs, and investments, we are committed to ensuring our associates feel valued, are equipped with the skills and support to do their best work, feel a personal connection to their colleagues and our company, and embrace our mission of continuous improvement.
Markets and industry expertise
Not only does MCC serve diverse market segments, but our team offers specialized experience and expertise within each industry.
TECHNOLOGY
The right label application for your product
MCC offers an array of label solutions with distinct features and benefits.
Pressure Sensitive
Versatile materials, shapes, sizes
Cut and Stack
Cost-effective for high volumes
Roll-Fed
Shrink Sleeve
360° coverage for maximum branding and unique container contours
Heat Transfer
Achieve a ‘no-label’ look with 100% sustainable lables
Intense graphic capabilities, cost-effectiveness, and high-speed application rates
In-Mold
Decorate molded plastic containers
Folding Carton
Maximize shelf impact
One partner, five print technologies
With our complete range of print technologies, MCC can help you achieve all packaging goals and support any product launch. We can also accommodate quantities ranging from small promotional runs to large-volume production of flagship products.
Compatible with many label upgrades
High quality and economical choice for long runs
Incredible versatility and excellent quality
Near-perfect registration and exciting personalization opportunities
Specializes in tactile and high-opacity ink on a variety of substrates Rotary
INNOVATIVE LABEL SOLUTIONS
Going beyond standard labels
Embellishments
Explore decorative capabilities to set your label apart
Functional Labels
Add functionality and value, such as extended content, smart tops, and more
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We make it easy to improve the appearance or function of your label with a wide selection of enhancements.
Games & Promotions
Incorporate interactive labels to drive consumer engagement
Individualization
Include unique graphics or variable data printing
Smart Labels & RFID
Offer interactive technology and track-and-trace capabilities
Sustainable Constructions
Reduce material usage and improve recyclability (PET and glass)
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Luxury embellishments
Stand out on shelf with premiumization.
Resin
Glitter
Games, promos, & interactivity
So much more than just a label.
Scent Label
Coloring Labels
Tattoo Thermo/photochromic
Individualization & personalization
Your brand is unique. So are your consumers.
Sustainable solutions
We offer custom solutions to help you comply with regulations such as PPWR and EPR.
CO-DEVELOPING A SUSTAINABILITY ROADMAP
Aligning our sustainability goals
We applaud you for your realistic yet forward-focused sustainability goals.
CLIMATE
MCC is the first label converter in the world to have its greenhouse gas emissions targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative -- +24% YoY increase in renewable energy in 2023.
PLASTICS
Whatever the packaging container, The CARE Collection™ offers a suitable sustainable label solution to reduce the impact of the full packaging and eliminate (plastic) waste.
Through our own Labeled with Care mission, MCC is committed to joining you on your journey to create a better, brighter future.
NATURE
MCC is committed to ensure sustainable and deforestationfree sourcing for the products we offer.
LIVELIHOOD
With 13,000 employees globally, we aim to provide environments for good health, well-being, education and equality, with an emphasis on ‘safety first’. click to learn more
Introduction
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Approach to Sustainable Solution Engineering
How do we create the “most sustainable” label for a brand?
Let’s Explore.
Where do you want to market your product?
Location matters when it comes to regulations, recycling, and supply chain security.
What is the container type and material?
What matters to you overall? Is it improving recyclability? Reusability? Overall carbon footprint reduction? 1 2 3 4
Your label will need to be compatible with the container, and certain combinations are more recyclable than others, for example.
What is your current label technology?
Whether you stick with your existing technology (i.e. pressure sensitive) or you’re considering a switch, it’s important to understand the implications here.
What are your sustainability goals?
Global Sustainability Team
Sustainable Solutions
Enable Reusability
Pressure sensitive “wash off” labels for returnable bottles.
ThermoWASH™
Wash-away PSL allows glass bottles to be reused
Lowering Impact
We offer unique material choices that reduce the environmental impact of packaging.
Inclusiveness
Facilitating a more inclusive society through innovative labels.
DuraSculpt™
Tactile labels to help the blind and visually impaired
Enable Recycling
Labels that enhance the recyclability of the product packaging.
Bringing sustainable products to market
The CARE Collection™ is our family of sustainable label solutions. Our comprehensive and growing product line offers various substrate options for every type of container, and can assist with an array of sustainable goals.
LinerlessLABEL™
Eliminates release liners and maximizes label roll efficiency
enviroLABEL™
Face stock laminated onto a recyclable liner of choice for an overall reduction in packaging footprint
recycLABEL™
Shrink Sleeve
Compatible with the local PET recycling system
recycLABEL™
Stretch Sleeve
Compatible with the local PET recycling system
reseaLABEL™
Resealable label solution for HDPE pouches
recycLABEL™ PSL
Complete removal from the PET bottle with no contamination of the flakes
recycLABEL™
Roll Fed
Globally recognized label construction
NextCycle IML™
Proprietary IML technology facilitating the mechanical recycling of the packaging, enabling high-purity recycled polypropylene
SealPPeel™
Polypropylene die-cut lidding as an alternative to aluminium lidding, making the packaging fully recyclable
YOUR MCC TEAM
Benefits of a global network
Commitment to McCormick and understanding the requirements of your value chain
Key Account Management locally and globally dedicated to McCormick
Global sourcing and qualification of (new) materials, including OptiCoat™ Expertise and understanding in what sustainability can be in practice, in all markets
100+ plants around the world
• Capability to serve McCormick brands consistently throughout the world
• Commitment to develop and grow with McCormick
Global and regional innovation excellence to support McCormick
Exceptional service from concept to commercialization
Discovery
Research & Development Design Intent
We take it a step further with in-depth efforts like goal mapping.
We provide specialized expertise in material sourcing, testing, and qualifying that truly moves the needle.
Partnering with MCC means access to a range of services that go above and beyond industry standards to optimize your label, and the process.
Leverage our graphics optimization and rapid prototyping capabilities.
Planning
Take advantage of better supply chain security and vendor managed inventory.
Quality Control
Our expert pre-press production team ensures every label we produce meets the highest standards.
Ongoing support
Get hands-on technical field support as well as open invitations for strategy and training sessions at our facilities.
Value-added services come standard with MCC
Here are some areas where we go above and beyond.
Our Demand Planning Team is dedicated to optimizing inventory levels, production schedules, and resource allocation to meet your needs efficiently.
Rapid prototyping is an imaging and converting technology that produces packaging prototypes and small-scale sales samples, providing customers with a good indication of how design elements of a concept will appear prior to production.
A technically trained team that links decorating options with your design objectives during the pre-press/pre-production process.
VMI is a vendor managed inventory model that incorporates both customer and supplier information about inventory levels and product forecasts to create order recommendations.
An enterprise integration platform that directly connects MCC systems with customer’s systems to streamline processes and strengthen relationships.
We engineer and design label application systems to handle your most demanding label challenges and maximize your productivity.
Our Technical Service Team leverages application expertise on various equipment and label types to support your overall packaging process.
A range of MCC-produced content, events, and initiatives designed to share insights around sustainability, label innovations, general capabilities, label production training, and other topics of interest for our customers.
Customer Onboarding Process
Support at each stage of the project journey mitigates risk and ensures success
5 Our Multi-Step Collaborative Approach
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2 Pre-Production
MCC’s internal team validates project, confirming plant location and supply plans Technical teams review requirements and conduct risk assessment and scale up plan
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Alignment between producing plant, technical team, operations and others Production
With full alignment, project is turned to Production for execution
Ongoing Review
Internal teams continuously monitor all ongoing projects
Business Overview
432,013,384
A longstanding relationship with exciting projects underway
• MCC (formally Skanem) have a long-standing relationship with McCormick’s—15+ years
• Currently not under contract
• Only PSL labels are supplied into the UK (other formats were not available under the legacy Skanem offering)
• 2024 Volume 3,146,000
Introduction
PROJECTS
Currently trialing PSL labels for French’s Shrink Sleeve Tender for France MCC ACCOUNT TEAM
Kerry Traves Key Account Manager EMEA
Jacqueline Brooks Customer Services UK
Mexico
A fresh partnership achieving remarkable success
• Relationship began in 2024 with co-packer SANE foods
• Label technology transitioned from C&S to PS label
• 2024 Volume 18,000,000
• 2025 YTD volume 40,620,000 labels/$522,256 revenue
• Not part of the Global RFP
MCC ACCOUNT TEAM
Ruben Cervantes
APAC Partnership
MCC ACCOUNT TEAM
McCormick AUSTRALIA Annual revenue is approximately $40,000 Annual revenue is approximately $35,000
Wijitra Ta-ong
Account Manager
Thailand
Account Manager
Australia
Helen Magro
Building Together
“It is easy to say we manufacture labels, but it’s truly much more than that. It’s empowering consumer decisions and igniting their emotional connections to their most beloved McCormick brands. Billions of connections on any given day. Take anywhere in the world, at any time, consumers are buying labeled brands. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to be a preferred global strategic solution provider helping McCormick be the front-runner while deeply connecting your brands with your current and future consumers.”
Hassan Rmaile, CEO
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