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Investor Frequently Asked Questions

Where is your corporate headquarters located?
One Kellogg Square, PO Box 3599, Battle Creek, MI 49016-3599
Telephone: (269) 961-2000 or (800) 962-1413
When was Kellogg Company founded?
1906 by Will Keith Kellogg. Kellogg Company was incorporated on December 14, 1922.
Is Kellogg a publicly traded company?
Yes. It has traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol K since March 20, 1959.
When was Kellogg's IPO?
Our first public offering was January 9, 1952. 415,600 shares were offered at $23.75 per share. Approximately 4,000 investors took part.
When did Kellogg acquire Keebler Foods Company?
March 27, 2001
Does Kellogg Company own and operate the W.K. Kellogg Foundation?
No. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is an independent philanthropic organization established in 1930. The Foundation owns about 24% of our total shares outstanding, making it Kellogg Company's largest share owner. More info on W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Does Kellogg issue preferred and common stock?
No. Kellogg offers one type of stock, common, to all investors.
Does Kellogg Company pay dividends?
Yes, typically on a quarterly basis, depending on approval by the Board of Directors.
When does your fiscal year end?
Kellogg Company's fiscal year is essentially the same as the calendar year.
How can I buy shares of Kellogg?
United States Residents
You may purchase shares directly via Kellogg Direct™. After a one-time enrollment fee of $10, Kellogg Company will pay all brokerage purchase fees and commissions. More Information

US residents also have the option of purchasing shares through a stock broker, as described below for Non-US Residents. You will be responsible for all brokerage fees.

Non-US Residents
Open an account with any local stock broker. The broker purchases the shares under the brokerage firm name, and then allocates the shares to your individual brokerage account. Your broker will forward your dividend payments to you or you may have the broker reinvest your dividends into additional Kellogg shares.
I own Kellogg shares. Who can help me with my account?
Registered Owners
Contact Kellogg Shareowner Services at Wells Fargo.
(877) 910-5385 - Toll free in United States, Puerto Rico and Canada
(651) 450-4064 - All other locations
(651) 450-0144 - TDD for hearing impaired
Online: www.shareowneronline.com

Beneficial Owners
Contact the broker from which you receive an account statement regarding your Kellogg shares.
How can I get tickets to the annual meeting if my proxy card didn't include one?
Call (269) 961-2380 / (269) 961-6826 or e-mail investor.relations@kellogg.com (include your phone number).
What is the CUSIP number for Kellogg Company?
487836108
What is the SIC CODE for Kellogg Company?
Major Group: 20 - Food and Kindred Products
Industry Group: 204 - Grain Mill Products
2043 - Cereal Breakfast Foods
2064 - Breakfast Bars
2052 - Cookies and Crackers
Can I get a tour of a manufacturing plant?
Due to safety and security concerns, our plants are not open to the public.
What is the NAICS code for Kellogg Company?
311230 - Breakfast Cereal Manufacturing
311821 - Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing
What is the GICS code for Kellogg Company?
30202030 - Packaged Foods and Meats
How do I get Kellogg memorabilia?
Visit www.kelloggstore.com
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