About CJ
CJ CheilJedang is South Korea's leading food and bio company, founded in August 1953 as Samsung Group's first manufacturing business. The name "CheilJedang" translates to "first sugar manufacture," reflecting its origins in sugar and flour production. In 1997, CJ completed its separation from Samsung to become an independent conglomerate, now led by Lee Jay-hyun, eldest grandson of Samsung founder Lee Byung-chul. Today, CJ CheilJedang is at the forefront of the global K-food movement, with flagship brands including bibigo (Korean dumplings and ready meals) and Haechandle (traditional fermented pastes including gochujang and doenjang). The bibigo brand operates under the slogan "Share Korean Flavor" and is available in over 50 countries with more than 100 products. Their London restaurant opened in 2012, bringing authentic Korean cuisine to the UK. The Haechandle brand carries 45 years of heritage in traditional Korean fermented foods. Their gochujang (red chili paste) and doenjang (soybean paste) preserve authentic Korean flavours essential for dishes from bibimbap to Korean fried chicken. CJ's 2019 acquisition of American frozen food giant Schwan's Company for $1.84 billion demonstrates their commitment to global expansion. UK shoppers can find CJ products at supermarkets including Tesco, with gochujang paste and other Korean cooking essentials. Grocefully helps you compare prices on authentic Korean ingredients, bringing the K-food revolution to British kitchens at competitive prices.
