J.M. Huber Corporation


J.M.[Locust bean gum|] Huber Corporation is one of the largest, family-owned businesses in the United States. The J.M. Huber Corporation received one of the most prestigious awards for a family business: the IMD-Lombard Odier Global Family Business Award for 2013. This global award recognizes top-performing family businesses that successfully combine tradition and innovation, as well as make a contribution to the community.

History

The J.M. Huber Corporation was founded in 1883 by Joseph Maria Huber, an immigrant from Prussia. It is still owned by the Huber family, which is entering its sixth generation of shareholders.

Overview

The J.M. Huber Corporation is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. Its Chief Executive Officer is Michael Marberry.
Huber's product portfolio covers a diverse range of consumer and industrial items, including oral care and personal care, food and beverage, flame retardants and smoke suppressants, forestry management and building materials.
The company comprises four subsidiaries: CP Kelco, Huber Engineered Materials, Huber Engineered Woods, and Huber Resources.
CPKelco has six plants—Großenbrode, Germany ; Lille Skensved, Denmark ; Okmulgee, Oklahoma ; San Diego, California ; Rizhao, China ; and, Limeira, Brazil.