Founded in 1906, Ingredion (INGR) is the world's leading producer and provider of ingredient solutions. The company makes sweeteners, nutrition ingredients, biomaterials and starches that are commonly used in everyday products, including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and paper. The company strives to replace synthetic ingredients in cosmetics with naturally-derived ones and makes plastics that are more biodegradable. Headquartered in Westchester, Illinois, Ingredion employs over 11,000 people and attracts customers in more than 40 countries. Included to the S&P 400 index, the Ingredion share price (INGR) is set and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).