Pan Harina de Maiz

P.A.N. (Productos Alimenticios Nacionales) is a globally recognized brand of pre-cooked corn flour, essential for making traditional arepas. The brand was created in Venezuela during the 1950s to simplify the labor-intensive process of preparing corn dough. Today, it remains a cultural icon for the region.

Manufacturing for P.A.N. takes place in several strategic locations to serve its global market. This includes original facilities in Venezuela and large-scale production plants in Colombia and the United States (Texas) to meet international demand. The brand is owned and managed by Empresas Polar, a major Venezuelan private conglomerate.

Empresas Polar remains the ultimate owner, maintaining its headquarters in Caracas while operating through various international subsidiaries and distribution networks to ensure the product is available in over 90 countries worldwide.