Becel Original Margarine

Becel is a well-known brand of margarine and vegetable oil spreads, originally developed by the Anglo-Dutch multinational Unilever in the 1960s. The name 'Becel' is derived from the acronym BCL (Blood Cholesterol Lowering), highlighting the brand's historic focus on heart health and heart-friendly fats. The product in the image is Becel Original, which markets its 100% natural ingredients and high Omega-3 content.

In 2018, Unilever sold its global spreads division, including Becel, to KKR, a private equity firm, which subsequently formed the company Upfield. Upfield is now the ultimate owner of the brand and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. While Upfield operates globally, manufacturing typically occurs at multiple regional facilities across Europe to serve local markets, with significant production historically linked to the Netherlands and Germany.