Firmenich Expands New Jersey Trade Zone by 0.78 Acres
Published Date: 9/11/2025
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Firmenich, Inc. wants to make their Foreign-Trade Zone site in Monmouth Junction, NJ bigger by adding 0.78 acres, bringing the total to 2.27 acres. This expansion doesn’t include new production activities yet but could help Firmenich grow their operations. Public comments on this plan are open until October 21, 2025, so now’s the time to speak up!
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