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AAK AB (publ.) is a global producer of plant-based oils and fats that play a central role in food, nutrition, and personal care value chains. As a critical midstream actor, AAK enables some of the world’s largest brands to deliver everyday products where performance, safety, sustainability, and scale must work together.
Through long-term commitment and close supplier engagement, AAK has been at the forefront of advancing responsible sourcing in complex agricultural supply chains. The company has significantly increased the share of deforestation-free palm oil in its portfolio and helped establish verification, traceability, and supplier collaboration practices that today are widely regarded as industry standard.
Through its Co-Development approach, AAK works in close partnership with customers to address both product innovation needs and broader sector challenges, including supply chain resilience, resource efficiency, and the transition toward more sustainable production systems. The company’s expertise spans multiple industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice, and Personal Care.
With more than 20 production facilities, 16 Customer Innovation Centers, 25 regional sales offices, and approximately 4,100 employees, AAK operates across the full value chain – from responsible sourcing in agricultural landscapes to advanced formulation and processing solutions for global brands.
Headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, and listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, AAK has evolved over more than 150 years through long-term partnerships, technology-driven innovation, and a consistent focus on strengthening both the performance and sustainability of the industries it serves.

