Regal Confections Acquires Tosuta International Sales Ltd.
November 3, 2021
Regal Confections, backed by Clearspring Capital Partners, has acquired Tosuta International Sales Ltd., an importer and distributor of confectionery products headquartered in Langley, British Columbia. The acquisition is an add-on to strengthen Regal’s gas & convenience presence in Western Canada, expand its brand portfolio (including Koala and Livewires), and add entry into the throat lozenges category.
- Buyers
- Regal Confections, Clearspring Capital Partners
- Targets
- Tosuta International Sales Ltd.
- Platforms
- Regal Confections
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- British Columbia, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Addon
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