Singapore Marmite fans salty as local distribution ends and online prices soar

The yeast extract spread has disappeared from local supermarkets after its distributor cited ongoing supply challenges

For Singaporeans who grew up stirring Marmite into hot water, spreading it on toast or eating it in local dishes, the famously divisive yeast extract is easy to love, but now it is much harder to buy.

“We understand several consumers are disappointed with the current unavailability of Marmite across local supermarkets,” the company told the news channel on Tuesday.

“Following ongoing supply challenges, we have made the difficult decision to discontinue the Marmite brand in Singapore. We thank all Marmite fans for their continued support and enthusiasm.”

Unilever did not elaborate on the nature of the supply problems.

The thick dark spread, made from by-products of beer brewing, was invented in 1902, according to Marmite’s official UK website. As it was found to be rich in vitamin B, it was used as a dietary supplement in World War II.