Inter Parfums, Burberry Renegotiating Business Structure

Inter Parfums, Inc. announced that its Paris-based subsidiary Interparfums SA and its licensor Burberry Group are in discussions regarding the establishment of a new operating structure for the Burberry fragrance and beauty business.

For nearly two decades, Interparfums and Burberry have developed a successful, growing business. With excellent prospects in both the fragrance and beauty categories, the two companies are exploring ways to work more closely together to realize the brand’s potential.

As there can be no assurance that an agreement will be reached, Burberry has exercised its right to evaluate the purchase price for the unexpired term of the existing license. In this process, Burberry has until July 31, 2012, to determine whether it wishes to buy out the unexpired portion of the license or continue the existing contract, which runs through Dec. 31, 2017.