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Get filing alertsVita Coco acquires Copra for $175M upfront plus earnout, entering super-premium coconut water
Filed July 22, 2026 · Period ending July 22, 2026 · ~2 min read
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Vita Coco acquired Copra Inc. for $175M upfront (80% cash, 20% stock) plus earnout of $45M-$100M tied to 2028 performance, closing July 22, 2026. Copra produces super-premium Thai Nam Hom coconut water, a fast-growing segment where Vita Coco had no presence.
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Copra expects over $100M in net sales for 2026, growing at 48% CAGR over three years. The super-premium segment represents 12-13% of the $1.6B U.S. coconut water category and is growing 34% year-to-date.
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Earnout payment ranges from $45M to $100M based on Copra's gross profit during calendar 2028, payable in 2029 in cash, stock, or combination at Vita Coco's discretion. Measurement period accelerates to 2027 if Vita Coco undergoes a change of control.
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Total stock issuance to Copra shareholders capped at 19.99% of Vita Coco's pre-merger shares (including closing and earnout stock) without shareholder approval, limiting dilution to existing holders.
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Management expects the acquisition to be accretive to adjusted EBITDA margins post-integration and reaffirmed long-term targets of mid-teens branded sales growth and high-teens EBITDA margins.
Exhibit 99.2 view on EDGAR →
Summary
Vita Coco completed its acquisition of Copra Inc. on July 22, 2026, paying $175 million upfront (approximately $140 million cash and 467,071 shares) plus a performance-based earnout of $45-100 million tied to Copra's 2028 gross profit. The deal gives Vita Coco entry into the super-premium cold-chain coconut water segment, where it previously had no presence.
Copra produces Thai Nam Hom coconut water and expects over $100 million in 2026 sales, having grown at a 48% compound annual rate over three years. The super-premium segment represents 12-13% of the $1.6 billion U.S. coconut water category and is growing 34% year-to-date, with household penetration at only 15% of coconut water buyers.
The acquisition brings Vita Coco specialized capabilities including Thai sourcing expertise, an extract-and-fill-on-site operating model, and both branded and private label businesses. Management expects the deal to be accretive to adjusted EBITDA margins after full integration and plans to invest in doubling Copra's sales within three to five years through capacity expansion, brand building, and new distribution channels. The company reaffirmed its long-term targets of mid-teens branded sales growth and high-teens EBITDA margins. The earnout structure aligns seller incentives with performance, while the 19.99% stock issuance cap limits dilution to existing shareholders. Retail investors should watch for integration execution details and Copra's contribution to consolidated results on the July 23 earnings call.
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Event · Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement
Item 1.01 — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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On July 22, 2026 (the “Closing Date”), The Vita Coco Company, Inc., a Delaware public benefit corporation (the “Company” or “Vita Coco”), entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) with Copra Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Copra”), Pinkco Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company (“Merger Sub”), and Shareholder Representative Services LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, pursuant to which Merger Sub merged with and into Copra, with Copra surviving the Merger as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company (the “Merger”). The Merger was completed on July 22, 2026, pursuant to the terms of the Merger Agreement.
Vita Coco completed the acquisition of Copra Inc. on July 22, 2026, through a merger in which Copra became a wholly-owned subsidiary. The transaction was approved by both companies' boards and Copra's stockholders.
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The aggregate merger consideration consisted of (i) closing consideration of $175 million, comprised of (a) 467,071 shares of Vita Coco Common Stock (the “Closing Stock Consideration”) and (b) $140,000,210.59 in cash, and (ii) the right to receive the Earnout Per Share Consideration (in each case, subject to customary adjustments).
Vita Coco paid $175 million at closing, consisting of 467,071 shares of its common stock and approximately $140 million in cash. Copra shareholders also have the right to receive earnout payments based on future performance, with the earnout amount ranging from $45 million to $100 million depending on Copra's gross profit during calendar year 2028 (or 2027 if accelerated by a change of control).
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The Registration Rights Agreement requires the Company to prepare and file a shelf registration statement covering the resale of all registrable securities within four (4) business days from the date of issuance of the Closing Stock Consideration. The Registration Rights Agreement also provides for the filing of a shelf registration statement covering all registrable securities held by the Copra stockholders within thirty (30) days of the final determination of the Earnout Stock Consideration if any
Vita Coco granted registration rights to Copra shareholders, requiring the company to file a shelf registration statement within four business days for the closing stock consideration and within 30 days after earnout stock is determined. This allows Copra shareholders to resell their Vita Coco shares in the public market.
Event · Item 2.01 — Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets
Vita Coco completed its acquisition of Copra on July 22, 2026.
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On July 22, 2026, the Company completed its acquisition of Copra.
Vita Coco closed its acquisition of Copra on July 22, 2026. The filing does not disclose transaction terms, purchase price, or strategic rationale. Item 1.01 is referenced but not included in the provided text.
Event · Item 3.02 — Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities
Item 3.02 — Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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the issuance of the Closing Stock Consideration was conducted pursuant to an exemption from registration under Section 4(a) (2) of the Securities Act. The Closing Stock Consideration has not been registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws, and the Closing Stock Consideration may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the Commission or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. The issuance of the Closing Stock Consideration did not involve a public offering and was made without general solicitation or general advertising.
Vita Coco issued stock to Copra securityholders as merger consideration without registering the shares under the Securities Act, relying on the private placement exemption in Section 4(a)(2). The shares cannot be freely traded and were issued in a private transaction without public solicitation. This is standard for merger consideration paid to a limited group of sellers.
Event · Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure
Vita Coco announced a merger and furnished a press release and investor presentation disclosing the transaction.
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On July 22, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the Merger.
Vita Coco disclosed that it has entered into a merger transaction.Investors should review the furnished exhibits for material terms.
Event · Exhibit 99.1
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The transaction gives Vita Coco a platform to participate in this attractive, fast growing segment of the coconut water category where the Company does not currently compete.
The acquisition provides Vita Coco entry into the super-premium cold-chain coconut water segment, a fast-growing category where it previously had no presence. Copra brings specialized capabilities including Thai Nam Hom sourcing expertise, an extract-and-fill-on-site operating model, and both branded and private label businesses. The deal also adds a factory in Thailand with access to Nam Hom coconuts, broadening Vita Coco's supply chain.
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Vita Coco expects the acquisition of Copra to be accretive to its Adjusted EBITDA margins post full integration.
Vita Coco expects the Copra acquisition to be accretive to its Adjusted EBITDA margins after full integration. The company plans to create value by expanding Copra's capacity, improving operational efficiency, supporting existing customer demand, adding new relationships, and investing to build a strong super-premium brand.
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Vita Coco management will address the acquisition of Copra on its normally scheduled earnings call tomorrow, July 23, 2026.
Management will discuss the Copra acquisition in detail on its scheduled earnings call on July 23, 2026, providing investors an opportunity to hear more about integration plans and financial expectations.
Event · Exhibit 99.2
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Estimated FY 2026 Net Sales greater than $100M • Sales predominately in the Americas with opportunity to expand Internationally • Expect Adj. EBITDA margins to be accretive post full integration
Copra is expected to generate over $100 million in net sales for fiscal year 2026, with sales primarily in the Americas. Management expects the acquisition to be accretive to adjusted EBITDA margins after full integration, though no specific margin figures are disclosed.
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Super Premium represents 13% of category ... Super Premium HH Penetration Is 15% of CCW ... YTD +34% ... SUPER PREMIUM REPRESENTS ~12%* OF $1.6B CATEGORY
The super-premium coconut water segment represents approximately 12-13% of the $1.6 billion U.S. coconut water category and is growing 34% year-to-date. Household penetration for super-premium is only 15% of coconut water buyers, indicating significant growth potential. Vita Coco currently has no presence in this fast-growing segment.
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Invest to support opportunity to double Net Sales in next three to five years • Improve operating efficiencies to control costs and improve throughput
Vita Coco plans to invest in Copra to potentially double its net sales within three to five years through capacity expansion, facility optimization, brand acceleration, and new distribution channels. The company will focus on improving operating efficiencies while expanding retail distribution, pursuing food service partnerships, and developing international markets.
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