For Lermond, a woman-owned distributor with more than 90 years of family-led sourcing experience, the agreement strengthens its position as a key supply chain partner to the U.S. flavor, fragrance, cosmetic and aromatherapy sectors. Lermond/Payan Bertrand
Founded in 1854 and headquartered in Grasse—the historic heart of perfumery—Payan Bertrand brings more than 170 years of expertise in essential oils, natural extracts and aroma molecules. The company’s heritage spans both locally sourced botanicals such as mimosa and violet leaf, as well as globally traded materials including patchouli, tonka bean, ambrette, and styrax, all selected through rigorous sourcing and sustainability standards.
For Lermond, a woman-owned distributor with more than 90 years of family-led sourcing experience, the agreement strengthens its position as a key supply chain partner to the U.S. flavor, fragrance, cosmetic and aromatherapy sectors. Built on long-standing relationships with growers, distillers, and manufacturers, the company has focused on delivering high-quality raw materials while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical stewardship.
The partnership reflects a shared emphasis on integrity, traceability, and long-term collaboration. It also expands U.S. market access to Payan Bertrand’s specialty ingredients, reinforcing both companies’ ambitions to deliver premium, sustainably sourced materials to a growing and increasingly quality-driven industry.
