Elk Grove Village, Ill.-based Edlong, a global flavor company focused exclusively on dairy and dairy-free flavors, partnered with the Dempsey U.S. Corp., Elmsford, N.Y., for the distribution of flavors in the United States. The Dempsey team has an extensive network of customers across multiple segments in the United States and has been successful in introducing valuable culinary and functional ingredients to the food and beverage industry, Edlong said.

“With a passion for inspiring research and development departments with innovative flavors and functional ingredients, Dempsey is a perfect distribution partner for Edlong,” said Edlong’s Chief Commercial Officer Beth Warren. “We’re excited for this new collaboration and are confident it will help us extend our reach and better serve our U.S. market.”

Edlong said Dempsey supports the company with a sales team of food scientists and food industry dedicated sales professionals, and its product line includes many specialty ingredients.