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- Brand origin
- United States
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Belgium
Pringles is a United States snack brand known for its uniformly shaped, stackable potato crisps sold in a distinctive canister. Pringles is ultimately owned by Mars, Incorporated, through Kellanova, which Mars acquired in December 2025.
pringles.comOwnership chain
- BrandPringlesUnited States
- Kellanova
- Ultimate ownerMars, IncorporatedUnited States
About Pringles
What is Pringles?
Pringles is a snack brand that makes stackable, uniformly shaped potato crisps. Procter & Gamble introduced Pringles in the United States in 1968 under the name “Pringle’s Newfangled Potato Chips.” The product became known for its curved shape, consistent size, and cylindrical canister. Pringles is now part of Mars Snacking through Kellanova.
Who owns Pringles?
Pringles is ultimately owned by Mars, Incorporated, according to Made O’Meter’s ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Pringles, Kellanova, then Mars, Incorporated. Mars is headquartered in the United States and is family-owned. Mars completed its acquisition of Kellanova on 11 December 2025, bringing Pringles into Mars Snacking. Mars had agreed to acquire Kellanova on 14 August 2024 in a transaction reported at approximately $35.9 billion, including debt. The European Commission approved the transaction on 8 December 2025 after examining possible effects on snack prices.
Where does Pringles come from?
Pringles originated in the United States. Procter & Gamble created Pringles and introduced the product there in 1968. Pringles was developed during research in Cincinnati by Procter & Gamble food scientist Alexander Liepa. Inventor Fred Baur was associated with the canister design. Procter & Gamble filed United States patents in the 1960s covering the Pringles manufacturing process and canister design. Pringles launched nationally in the United States in 1971 at a reported price of $0.49 for a 3.8-ounce can.
Who invented Pringles chips and the Pringles can?
Procter & Gamble food scientist Alexander Liepa developed Pringles, while inventor Fred Baur was associated with the Pringles canister design. The development work took place during research conducted in Cincinnati. Procter & Gamble also patented the manufacturing process and canister design in the 1960s.
How did Pringles ownership change?
Pringles was first made by Procter & Gamble, then became part of Kellogg Company in 2012, Kellanova in 2023, and Mars in 2025. Procter & Gamble agreed in April 2011 to sell Pringles to Diamond Foods for $2.35 billion, but that transaction fell through in February 2012 after issues concerning Diamond’s accounts. Kellogg Company completed its acquisition of Pringles from Procter & Gamble on 31 May 2012 for $2.695 billion. Kellogg reorganized its business in 2023, and Pringles became part of Kellanova, its global snacking and international-foods business. Mars completed its acquisition of Kellanova on 11 December 2025.
How large was Pringles when Kellogg bought it?
Pringles reported sales of $1.5 billion across more than 140 countries when Kellogg Company acquired the brand in 2012. Kellogg described the acquisition as making Kellogg the world’s second-largest savory-snacks company. Pringles was also reported in 2012 as the world’s fourth-most-popular snack brand, with a 2.2% global market share.
Where is Pringles made?
Pringles had five reported factories in 2015, located in Jackson, Tennessee, Mechelen, Belgium, Johor, Malaysia, Kutno, Poland, and Fujian, China. Mars announced in 2026 that it had opened its first Pringles manufacturing plant in Thailand’s Chonburi province. The Thai facility represented an investment exceeding 7 billion Thai baht.
What products does Pringles make?
Pringles makes stackable potato crisps sold in canisters. The product is sold in multiple flavors and in markets across the world. Pringles was sold in more than 140 countries as of 2011. Pringles belongs to the wider Mars Snacking portfolio, alongside brands including M&M’s, Snickers, Twix, Dove, Skittles, Extra, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, and RXBAR.
Is Pringles a potato chip?
Pringles is a potato-based crisp rather than a traditional sliced potato chip. Pringles uses a processed potato-based mixture that is formed into consistent shapes, cooked, and stacked in a canister. The product was originally marketed in the United States as “Pringle’s Newfangled Potato Chips.”
Frequently asked questions about Pringles
Who owns Pringles and Doritos?
- Pringles is owned by Mars, Incorporated through Kellanova. Doritos is a Frito-Lay brand within PepsiCo, so Pringles and Doritos are owned by different companies.
Which Pringles owner was buried in a can?
- Fred Baur, who was associated with the Pringles canister design, was buried in a Pringles can. Fred Baur was an inventor connected with the packaging, not the owner of the Pringles brand.
Is Pringles made from potatoes?
- Yes, Pringles is made from a processed potato-based mixture. Pringles is formed into consistent curved shapes before being cooked and stacked in its canister.
Is Pringles owned by Lay’s or Frito-Lay?
- No. Pringles is owned by Mars, Incorporated through Kellanova. Lay’s and Frito-Lay are associated with PepsiCo, which is separate from Mars.
Is Pringles owned by Nestlé?
- No. Pringles is owned by Mars, Incorporated through Kellanova. Nestlé is a separate food and beverage company.
Who owned Pringles before Kellogg’s?
- Procter & Gamble owned and made Pringles before Kellogg Company acquired the brand on 31 May 2012. Procter & Gamble had agreed to sell Pringles to Diamond Foods in 2011, but that transaction was not completed.
Is Pringles Israeli?
- Pringles originated in the United States. Procter & Gamble introduced Pringles in the United States in 1968, and the product was developed during research conducted in Cincinnati.
Is Pringles baked or fried?
- Pringles is made using a processed potato-based mixture that is formed and cooked. The provided ownership and history records do not establish a single preparation method for every Pringles product or market, so the cooking method can vary by product and formulation.
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