Three young Valencian chemists invent a procedure to extract theobromine, alkaloid very similar to caffeine but only found in cocoa. With this the activity of Natra begins.
The activity is extended to the elaboration and commercialization of cocoa derivatives.
Start of quotation in the market of corros of Valencia.
Natra US is established to facilitate commercial activity in the North American market.
Start of quotation in the market of corros of Madrid.
Start of the manufacture of chocolate coverages at the Valencia plant.
Spin-off of Natra's assets related to the extraction of theobromine, caffeine and functional ingredients and the creation of Natraceutical, an independent listed company, in which Natra remains a controlling shareholder.
Dedicated to date to the elaboration of cocoa derivatives, Natra decides to move towards the final product and begins to explore the opportunities offered by the sector.
Natra acquires Zahor (Spain), thus initiating its career towards vertical integration and the final product aimed at the consumer. Zahor had a significant customer base and significant turnover in Europe and had just acquired a plant in France specializing in chocolate bars.
Chocolaterie Jacali (Belgium) becomes part of Natra, expanding the range of existing products with chocolates and specialties of Belgian origin.
Incorporation of All Crump (Belgium), thus constituting the new business unit of creams spread.
Greater momentum of the growth strategy of the consumer products division outside Europe, with special interest in the United States and China.
