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Headquarters

Rua de Sant'Ana, 4480-160 Azurara - Vila do Conde, Portugal

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+351 252 240 370

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Innovating in the art of making chocolate since 1932

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Imperial

Founded in 1932, Imperial is the largest portuguese chocolate manufacturer, with some of the most iconic brands among portuguese consumers. It stands out for its strong presence in categories such as chocolate bars, figures, chocolate-covered nuts, dragees and culinary.

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Our Brands

The favorite brands of portuguese consumers

Regina
Regina

Regina is a brand that has been present in portuguese lives since 1927, with a strong position in categories such as chocolate bars, almonds and chocolate figures.

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Regina
Pantagruel
Pantagruel

Pantagruel is the most recognised portuguese brand of cooking chocolate and the market leader in this sector.

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Pantagruel
Pintarolas
Pintarolas

Pintarolas is the market-leading brand in the children's dragee segment and is one of the most well-known brands in Europe in this category.

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Pintarolas
Jubileu
Jubileu

Jubileu is a premium brand that favors unique formulas using the finest ingredients, providing consumers with exclusive flavor sensations.

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Jubileu

Our history

Making the world sweeter since 1932

A legacy of success that has crossed generations and continues to this day. Get to know Imperial's history on a sweet journey through time.

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1932
1932

Imperial was founded in 1932 in Vila do Conde by Manuel Dias da Silva, who returned from Brazil with a new chocolate recipe.

1932
1973
1973

The RAR Group acquires Imperial, making significant investments that have increased the company's production capacity.

1978-1985
1978-1985

Launch of the Pantagruel, Pintarolas, Jubileu, Allegro and Bom-Bokas brands.

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All about chocolate!

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Chocolate x Humor

Phenylethylamine, found in chocolate, stimulates the production of endorphins and serotonin in the brain. Known as the "molecule of happiness and pleasure", it acts in an area related to emotions, making it possible to relieve tension, relax and feel happy.

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Chocolate x Colesterol

Studies show that chocolate fat has a neutral effect on LDL (bad cholesterol) levels and may even promote the formation of "good cholesterol".

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Chocolate x Cardiovascular Disease

Cocoa is naturally rich in antioxidants, especially flavonoids. Research on flavonoids in chocolate has shown their benefits, such as reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and lowering cholesterol. Chocolate with a high cocoa solids content has the most beneficial effects.

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Contacts

Headquarters

Rua de Sant'Ana, 4480-160
Azurara - Vila do Conde, Portugal

Landline

+351 252 240 370

(Call to portuguese fixed network)

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