Daesang Corporation (001685.KS) KSC

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Daesang Corporation

Address

Daesang Building

Seoul, SL 02586

Korea (the Republic of)

Phone

82 2 2220 9500

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Industry

Packaged Foods

Employees

5010

First IPO Date

September 29, 2005

Key Executives

NameTitlePayYear Born
Jung-Bae LimSenior MD, Chief Executive Officer, CEO of Food Business Unit & Director607M1961
Yong-Ju ParkExecutive Director581M1963
Hoonsik KimExecutive Director581M1962
Yeon-taek OhMD, Director of Finance - Food BU & Director01965
Jeong-Ho ChoeSenior MD, Director of Research & Technology - Food BU, Inside Director and Director01960
Jung-Ho ChoiSenior MD, Director of Research & Technology - Food BU and Director01960
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Description

Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, Daesang Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, is a prominent producer and distributor of a diverse range of food products, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company's consumer offerings span traditional Korean fare like bean pastes, seasonings, Kimchi, and tofu, alongside agro-fishery items such as vinegar and fish sauce, and a selection of western, deli, and frozen foods. Beyond finished consumer goods, Daesang is a key supplier of industrial ingredients, including starches used in food, paper, textiles, and construction, as well as sweeteners vital for beverages, confectionery, and baking. Their bio-ingredient segment further specializes in flavor enhancers, amino acids, and microalgae-derived products, serving diverse sectors such as food, dietary supplements, functional foods, animal nutrition, pet food, and pharmaceuticals. Notably, under its Miwon brand, the company's bio ingredients are exported to approximately 80 countries worldwide. Additionally, Daesang maintains a significant presence in the food distribution sector. The company was established in 1956.

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