J.R. Watkins Expands in Asia

J.R. Watkins Naturals is expanding its presence in the Asian market by selling its personal care and home care products through retail chains in Hong Kong, Japan and Taiwan. According to J.R. Rigley, vice president marketing, of the 140-year-old company, “There is a growing demand for heritage brands and natural products in Asia, particularly in Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan and Taiwan.”  He says the company is also considering expansion to China and Australia.