SAMBAZON Acquires SunOpta’s Açaí and Smoothie Bowls Business
Strategic acquisition secures additional domestic manufacturing capabilities to expand bowl innovation, double production and strengthen SAMBAZON’s supply chain
SAMBAZON®, recognized as a global leader in organic and Fair Trade certified Açaí, announced it has purchased SunOpta’s frozen Açaí and Smoothie bowl business, expanding SAMBAZON’s manufacturing capabilities in the United States. This strategic acquisition will unlock innovation offerings within SAMBAZON’s bowl portfolio with new dry toppings, savory toppings, organic fruit inclusions on top of bowls as well as innovative bases that include tropical fruits, purees, as well as emerging and popular seed bowls. The new manufacturing lines also double SAMBAZON’s production capabilities.
SAMBAZON is a global brand of Açaí and the first Certified Organic and Fair Trade Açaí company selling its consumer-packaged items in more than 30,000 supermarkets mass merchandisers and club locations in more than 50 countries. SAMBAZON’s Açaí and smoothie bowls are packaged in eco-friendly plant-based, fiber bowls and are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified.