About Bontoux
Located in Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the cosmetic lab Bontoux operates from a 10.2-hectare production site specializing in natural ingredients. Since 1898, this family-owned company has grown from local lavender distillation to:
- 200+ references of essential oils and extracts
- 4 production facilities worldwide
- Partnerships with organic producers in France and Italy
- ISO 9001 and ECOCERT® certified production
With 82 employees in France and 202 globally, Bontoux serves perfumery, flavors and cosmetics markets across 6 international subsidiaries.
Frequently asked questions
Bontoux produces natural ingredients for three main sectors:
- Perfumery (40% of production)
- Essential oils
- Natural extracts
- Aromatic ingredients
- Flavors (35% of production)
- Natural extracts
- Essential oils
- Organic ingredients
- Cosmetics and aromatherapy (25% of production)
- Natural extracts
- Essential oils
- Organic ingredients
The company maintains over 200 references in its product portfolio.
Bontoux maintains the following operational framework:
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Bontoux operates multiple facilities globally:
- Production Sites
- Main facility: 10.2 hectares in France
- 3 additional production locations worldwide
- Distribution Network
- 6 sales subsidiaries globally
- 95% international sales coverage
Workforce Distribution:
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| Bontoux SAS (France) | 82 employees |
| Global Operations | 202 employees |
More details about Bontoux
A heritage of excellence since 1898
Bontoux, established in the heart of Haute Provence, began its journey with wild lavender distillation in Montguers. Today, it operates as a leading cosmetic lab and producer of natural extracts in France.
From nature to laboratory: A complete production cycle
Operating from a 10.2-hectare facility in Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Bontoux maintains strict control over its production process. The company produces over 200 references of aromatic ingredients, combining traditional methods with modern laboratory techniques.
Product range and market presence
The company’s output serves three main sectors:
- Perfumery (40% of production)
- Flavors (35% of production)
- Cosmetics and aromatherapy (25% of production)
Global reach with local roots
While maintaining its French heritage, Bontoux has expanded internationally with:
- 6 sales subsidiaries worldwide
- 4 production sites across different regions
- 95% international sales volume
- 202 employees globally, including 82 at the French headquarters
Quality assurance and sustainable practices
Bontoux maintains high standards through:
- ECOCERT® certification for organic production
- ISO 9001 certification for quality management
- Agricultural partnerships, including exclusive organic bergamot sourcing from Calabria
Research and development capabilities
The Saint-Auban-sur-l’Ouvèze facility houses advanced laboratory equipment for distillation and extract processing, ensuring consistent quality across all product lines.
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