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Emulsifiers. It's our whole world. – Will it be yours, too?
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Pioneers in plant-based emulsifiers
At Palsgaard, emulsifiers are our entire world. For over 100 years, we've been at the forefront of plant-based emulsifier technology, combining ingredients like oil, air and water to enhance a variety of foods such as ice cream, margarine, cakes, chocolate, and dairy products. Our products help reduce fat content and extend shelf life without compromising quality.
Our expertise goes beyond food. We provide safe and sustainable emulsifiers for non-food markets like plastics and personal care. Our innovative solutions help improve food packaging, reduce waste, and keep products fresh longer.
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Value driven company
Since 1908, Palsgaard's values of loyalty, responsibility, and commitment have been key to our success. We care deeply for our colleagues, their families, and our communities, fostering a culture of respect and support. This commitment earned our HQ in Juelsminde the title of Workplace of the Year 2023 by the Danish labour union 3F.
Our values extend globally, with initiatives to reduce energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and ensure responsible sourcing. We also address challenges like food waste and safety.
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Innovating together
We share our knowledge to help customers explore new trends and tackle technical challenges and enhance their products. Our R&D arm, Nexus, pushes the boundaries of emulsifier technology, ensuring a steady stream of innovative solutions.
Join Our TeamAre you ready to make emulsifiers your world? Join our team of skilled and dedicated colleagues. Explore our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community below, and apply for our vacancies today.
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Working at Palsgaard
Before you Connect with us or apply for one of our Vacancies, immerse yourself in the Palsgaard experience – a recipient of 3F's Workplace of the Year 2023 award. Explore what sets us apart and see if we align with your expectations.
Read more about our commitment to employee well-being, exceptional benefits, local job creation, and a strong environmental ethos.
Get to know Palsgaard in 7 minutes
Are you curious about what it's like to work at Palsgaard? We invite you to watch our corporate video and get an inside look at our company culture, values, and mission. Discover how we're driving innovation and sustainability in the food and polymer industries, and see why Palsgaard is a great place to work.
Palsgaard in numbers
company founded
million EUR turnover in 2023 (2.3 billion DKK)
colleagues in 18 countries, 376 work at our global headquarters in Denmark
factories on 4 continents
colleagues have received a medal for 25 years of service
countries buy emulsifiers from Palsgaard
100+ years of emulsifiers
Our story begins
Einar Viggo Schou returns to Denmark after a successful margarine venture in England and purchases the Palsgaard Manor.
An invention is made
Einar Viggo Schou invents the Palsgaard Emulsion Oil which solves a problem which had pained the margarine industry for decades: How to mix oil and water. Via Schou’s invention of the industrial plant-based food emulsifier margarine manufacturers gained the ability to improve the quality of their products, simplify their production methods, extend shelf life, and provide consumers with a safer cooking experience with less spattering
A factory is built
Production company Emulsion A/S, later Palsgaard A/S is established at Palsgaard.
We become international
International expansion begins as our Dutch factory, Emulsion Holland, now Palsgaard Netherlands, opens in Zierikzee
From family to foundation-owned company
In order to safeguard his companies, Herbert Schou, son and successor to Einar Viggo Schou creates the Schou Foundation and subsequently transfers the ownership of all his companies to the Schou Foundation.
We expand in Asia
A new emulsifier factory with an annual capacity of 20,000 MT is built in Malaysia.
Upgrade in Mexico
Palsgaard Mexico moves into their newly constructed facility complete with new application centes, factory area, warehouse and office facilities.
Expansion in Denmark begins
We announce plans to double our production capacity in Denmark by 2024, an investment of €125 million.
Expansion in the Netherlands begins
We announce plans to double the production capacity of our PGPR factory in the Netherlands
Workplace of the Year
Palsgaard is honoured with the prestigious "Årets Arbejdsplads 2023" (Workplace of the Year 2023) award by Danish labour union 3F. This esteemed award recognizes companies that are particularly dedicated to fostering excellent working conditions and workplaces in Denmark.
About Palsgaard
At Palsgaard, we specialise in plant-based food emulsifiers, a field we've led for over 100 years. Our small yet crucial role in delivering delicious foods extends to non-food markets such as polymers and personal care.
A Century of Expertise
Since our founder Einar Viggo Schou invented the plant-based emulsifier in 1917, we've driven innovation through our seven global application centres.
Our food technology experts are dedicated to using our understanding of emulsifiers to drive constant innovation and empower the international food industry to explore new trends.
Nexus, our R&D sister company, advances emulsifier technology with significant scientific freedom, ensuring innovative solutions for Palsgaard's diverse applications.
Impactful Emulsifiers
Emulsifiers blend incompatible ingredients like water, oil, and air, significantly enhancing product quality. They enable stable emulsions, prevent oil separation, and control aeration and viscosity in bakery, confectionery, dairy, ice cream, margarine, and plant-based foods. Combined with stabilisers, they improve texture, mouthfeel, and shelf-life while supporting healthier food options.
Committed to Responsibility
Since 1908, we've fostered a culture of responsibility, loyalty, and respect, celebrating our colleagues, families, and communities. Our ambition drives responsible sourcing, reduced energy consumption, and CO2 emissions. We address societal challenges such as food waste and safety and offer RSPO SG-certified emulsifiers.
Beyond Food
Our emulsifiers also serve personal care and polymer markets, providing safe, sustainable alternatives to conventional additives. They enhance food packaging and help reduce food waste.
Owned by the Schou Foundation, we have nearly 700 colleagues in 17 countries and six factories on four continents.
Join us in shaping the future of plant-based emulsifiers at Palsgaard.