date:May 07, 2014
g positive single-digit growth across all end-use categories, more than offsetting weakness in North America. Gross margins in the Flavors business increased over the prior year quarter reflecting higher volume and favorable end-use category mix, the favorable net impact of price to input costs, and ongoing manufacturing efficiencies. Flavors segment profit increased 6% to $88.1 million in the first quarter of 2014, up from $83.0 million in the prior year quarter. Flavors segment profit margin i