Samyang, founded in 1924 by Chairman Kim Yeon-su, has developed steadily through practicing virtuous and trustworthy management that place highest value on transparent business, high ethical standards, and cooperative partnership. Since expanding into the sugar, the flour and the chemical fibers industry in the early stage of Korea's economic growth, Samyang has made major contributions to national economic development while improving the quality of life for Koreans.

Under the vision of ‘Ingredients that Add Value to Life’, Samyang is enhancing its business portfolio of chemical, foodstuff, packaging and biopharmaceutical through globalization, development of specialty products and actively promoting new businesses.