Core Insights - Ingredion Incorporated has been recognized for the 12th time as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, highlighting its commitment to business integrity through strong ethics, compliance, and governance programs [1][2]. Company Overview - Ingredion is a leading global provider of ingredient solutions for the food, beverage, and industrial markets, serving customers in nearly 120 countries [8]. - The company reported annual net sales of approximately $7.2 billion for the year 2025, transforming grains, fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based materials into value-added ingredient solutions [8]. Recognition and Impact - The recognition reflects the strength of Ingredion's values-driven culture and the commitment of its global teams to operate with integrity, which is essential for sustainable success [2]. - Ingredion is one of only nine companies recognized in the food, beverage, and agriculture industry, among a total of 138 companies across 17 countries and 40 industries [2]. Methodology - The assessment for the World's Most Ethical Companies is based on Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient, which evaluates over 240 documented proof points related to ethics and compliance, governance, and social impact [4][7]. - Each submission undergoes extensive qualitative review by Ethisphere's panel of experts, who dedicate thousands of hours annually to evaluate applicants [5][7].