Crosse & Blackwell Condiments and Food Products

Crosse & Blackwell is an iconic British food brand with a legacy dating back to 1706. Originally established in London by Jackson and Polson, it was later renamed after Thomas Crosse and Thomas Blackwell purchased the business in 1830. The brand became a staple of the British Empire, known for its soups, pickles, and the famous Major Grey's Chutney. Its history is deeply rooted in the Victorian era's food industrialization, and it was once a supplier to the Royal Household.

Over the decades, the ownership of Crosse & Blackwell has become fragmented due to various corporate acquisitions and divestments. As of 2024 and beyond, the brand is no longer owned by a single global entity. In South Africa and certain African territories, the brand is owned by Tiger Brands. In North America (USA and Canada), the brand is part of the Princes Group portfolio (specifically through its parent Mitsubishi Corporation) or licensed to local producers like The J.M. Smucker Company for certain products. In the United Kingdom, the brand has been under the ownership of Princes Ltd. since 2011.

Because of this fragmented ownership, manufacturing locations vary significantly by region. Products sold in the UK are primarily manufactured within the UK or Europe, while African variants are produced in South Africa, and North American products are typically manufactured in the United States. This logistical structure allows the brand to maintain local market relevance while preserving its historic British identity.