Henri Nestlé
Businessman, founder of Nestlé
Born
August 10th, 1814
210 years ago
Died
July 7th, 1890
134 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Switzerland
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A German businessman established a company that revolutionized the food industry. In 1866, relocated to Switzerland where the company began to produce infant formula. The creation of a milk-based food product in 1867 addressed the issues of infant malnutrition. This innovation led to the establishment of Nestlé, which expanded globally and diversified its product line to include a variety of food and beverage items.
Founded Nestlé in 1866
Developed the first milk-based infant formula
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