Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise

Brand origin and history

Hellmann's began as a delicatessen-made mayonnaise in New York City developed by Richard Hellmann in the early 20th century and was first sold commercially under the Hellmann's Blue Ribbon name; the company was incorporated as Richard Hellmann, Inc. as the product expanded. (en.wikipedia.org)

Regional branding and product

The Hellmann's name is used broadly in the United States (primarily east of the Rocky Mountains), Europe, Latin America and other markets, while the same formulations are sold as Best Foods in parts of the U.S. west of the Rockies and in several Asia–Pacific markets — the two names represent the same core product family. (en.wikipedia.org)

Manufacturing and distribution

Hellmann's products are manufactured in multiple countries to serve global markets; Unilever operates regional production and packaging sites (including historical and active plants in North America and other regions) so supply is locally produced for many markets rather than coming from a single country of manufacture. US production and North American operations are coordinated through Unilever’s regional food business. (unileverusa.com)

Ownership and corporate structure

Hellmann's has been owned by Unilever since the acquisition of Bestfoods (which had previously acquired Hellmann's). Today the brand is part of Unilever’s global foods portfolio and is managed through Unilever’s regional operating units (for example Unilever North America/UBFNA in the United States and Canada). Unilever PLC is headquartered in the United Kingdom. (en.wikipedia.org)

Practical summary

Product: Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise — a prepared mayonnaise condiment originating in the U.S.; manufactured in multiple countries under Unilever’s global production network; brand ultimately owned and managed by Unilever PLC with regional oversight by Unilever North America/UBFNA. (en.wikipedia.org)