Villafranca di Verona, Italy
Socado S.r.l.
Italian chocolate manufacturer founded in 1975, specializing in pralines, chocolate tablets, spreadable creams and industrial chocolate products for confectionery industries.
Socado is a family-owned chocolate company based in Villafranca di Verona, Italy, with over 50 years of expertise in confectionery production. Founded in 1975 by Giuseppe Tomatis, the company has grown from a small artisanal operation to a significant player in the global chocolate market, with manufacturing facilities and logistics centers distributed across the Verona region.
The company produces a diverse range of chocolate-based products including pralines, chocolate tablets, spreadable creams (both standard and gluten-free), chocolate filling creams, Easter eggs, gift-boxed assortments, and semi-finished chocolate products for industrial clients. Socado operates multiple production lines utilizing state-of-the-art technology, with dedicated facilities for pralines, tablet chocolate, spreadable creams, and seasonal/gift products.
Socado maintains strict quality standards and holds multiple international certifications including IFS, BRC, Halal, Kosher, Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance, and RSPO certifications. The company is powered entirely by renewable energy sources and is committed to sustainable practices in environmental management, social responsibility, and ethical supply chain practices. As a Sedex member, Socado demonstrates commitment to responsible business conduct in global supply chains.
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