Avignon, 16 November 2011 – The "NYSE Euronext Méditerranée" award was bestowed on Naturex last Wednesday during the awards ceremony within the framework of the "Deloitte Technology Fast 50". This distinction rewards listed French companies for which the revenue has had the most growth over the last 5 years. This award in particular recognises Naturex's external growth strategy. The successful integration of the Ingredients Division of Natraceutical, which is the Group's eighth acquisition in eight years, has allowed Naturex to become the world leader in specialty plant-based ingredients. In the same way, Naturex has succeeded in valorising the seven previous operations which have formed leverage in terms of offerings, application sectors and industrial sites.

"We are very proud to have been recognised by Deloitte and its partners.I would like to dedicate this award to our shareholders whose support and confidence allow us to continue the development of Naturex every day." declares M. Dikansky, President and ceo of Naturex.

Continuing in its stride, Naturex announced at the end of October the purchase of Burgundy in order to strengthen its offering in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and cosmetics markets.

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Naturex has been listed since October 1996 on NYSE Euronext Paris, Compartment B (MidCaps)

Number of shares comprising the capital:7,705,580 6,318,272 ordinary shares (ISIN FR0000054694) 1,387,308 preferred shares (ISIN FR0010833251) Naturex is a component of the CAC Small and Gaïa indexes. Naturex is eligible for "long only" Deferred Settlement Service (SRD). TICKER: NRX - Reuters : NATU.PA - Bloomberg : NRX:FP

About Naturex

NATUREX is the global leader in specialty plant-based natural ingredients.
The Group is organised around three strategic markets (food & beverage, nutrition & health and personal care) and produces and markets specialty plant-based ingredients for the food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

NATUREX’s head office is based in Avignon. The company employs more than 1,000 people with high-performance manufacturing operations across 13 sites in Europe (France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom and Switzerland), as well as in Morocco, the United States, Brazil and Australia. It also has a global presence through a dedicated network of sales offices in 18 countries (France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Germany, Russia, U.A.E., Thailand, Singapore, Japan, China, Korea, Australia, the United States, Canada, Brazil and Mexico).

NATUREX's development is supported by positive underlying trends linked to a fast-growing demand for natural products and its capacity to provide manufacturers customised solutions to meet the requirements of their end consumers. The Group's strength lies in its positioning with specific products which constitute niche markets, supported by strong sourcing capacity and sustained research & development.

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