Our History
Del Monte Foods Private Limited ("Del Monte Foods"), was incorporated in the year 2004. In the year 2007, the Company was converted into a Joint Venture between Del Monte Foods Inc. (then Del Monte Corporation), Bharti Enterprises Limited (then Bharti Ventures Limited) and DMPL India Ltd. (then ELRothschild Limited).
Subsequently, in the year 2025, Del Monte Foods was acquired by Sundrop Brands Limited (formerly known as Agro Tech Foods Ltd.) (“SBL”). SBL is publicly listed company (listed on NSE and BSE) engaged in the business of manufacturing, marketing and selling of a wide range of Food Products and Edible Oils. It is a leading player in India’s food and edible oils industry and widely recognized for its popular brands like Sundrop Oil and ACT II popcorn.
Del Monte Foods’ product portfolio of oils, pastas, olives, sauces, spreads, and beverages, complements SBL’s product portfolio with focus on high-quality, innovative food solutions.
Del Monte Foods is an integrated food solutions company, bringing flavours from around the world to Indian kitchens. For over two decades, we have been delivering high-quality products that enhance everyday cooking. Committed to creating delightful food experiences, we offer a wide range of products that add rich flavours to every dish. As a trusted partner in culinary journeys, our portfolio spans multiple categories, including Italian products, Dips & Spreads, Ketchup & Sauces, Dried & Packaged Fruits, and Beverages.
The Italian category has olives, olive oil and pasta. Our pasta is sourced from makers who have been making pastas for generations, where age old techniques are used to bring Italian cuisine to your kitchen. The experts have perfected their art over generations allowing us to bring you the perfect match for tasty and nutritious Italian meals. The olives come from the finest orchards of Spain and are available in whole, sliced, pitted and stuffed varieties.
Our ketchup and sauces are crafted with the finest quality ingredients and contain no artificial colours, making them the perfect accompaniment to any snack. Produced under strict hygiene and sanitization standards, we ensure every pack delivers the highest quality without compromising on taste.
With our range of refreshing fruit drinks, we bring you exotic flavours in a convenient can, crafted with the finest ingredients sourced from across the globe. Experience the vibrant and authentic taste of fruits like never before.
Our canned fruit range is carefully sourced from the world’s largest pineapple plantation in the Philippines, preserving the natural taste and freshness with the utmost care.
Del Monte Foods’ dried fruits offer a delicious and nutritious snacking option, packed with dietary fibre and essential nutrients. Sourced from the best growers worldwide, our range delivers premium quality and great taste in every bite.
Del Monte Foods’ mayonnaise brings a creamy, velvety richness to every dish. Smooth, versatile, and flavourful, it's the perfect choice for sandwiches, dips, or as a topping to elevate your favourite snacks. Add a sweet-spicy zing to your dishes with our Chinese sauces, expertly crafted to maintain the perfect balance of taste and flavour—ideal for all your Chinese food cravings.
At Del Monte Foods, we inspire you to innovate, experiment, and elevate your culinary creations at home with every product we offer.
Del Monte Food’s has a manufacturing facility and R&D centres at Hosur, near Bengaluru that has been honoured with the CII National Award for Food Safety and Quality. We are humbled by this recognition and take immense pride in our world-class manufacturing facility. Our state-of-the-art plant at Hosur, produces a wide range of fruit drinks, sauces, dips, dressings, and condiments using fully integrated and highly automated production lines—ensuring consistent quality with minimal human intervention. Committed to innovation and customized solutions, our Hosur R&D facility plays a vital role in driving excellence for both consumers and B2B partners.
To cater to the increasing demand for Del Monte Foods’ products, under the subsidiary of Del Monte Foods’ a manufacturing facility was set up at Ludhiana, Punjab in the year 2023. This modern plant features fully integrated, high-speed automated production lines for sauces, dips, and dressings, reinforcing our commitment to delivering flavourful products across the nation.