Schwartau Extra Erdbeere jam

Schwartau Extra is one of Germany’s most iconic and popular fruit jam brands. Its origins date back to 1899 when the 'Chemische Fabrik' was founded in Bad Schwartau, eventually becoming the Schwartauer Werke. The brand 'Extra' was launched in 1962 and quickly became a household staple known for its high fruit content.

Today, Schwartauer Werke GmbH & Co. KGaA operates primarily out of its historic base in Bad Schwartau, Germany, where the majority of its manufacturing takes place. The company is part of the Hero Group, an international food corporation headquartered in Lenzburg, Switzerland. The Hero Group has owned the majority of Schwartau since 2002, though the brand maintains its distinct German identity and heritage as a leading producer of fruit spreads and snack bars.