1928 - Ragus is founded

In 1928 he founded Ragus. During this period the 'Golden Shower' brand of premium fruit cordials was a major innovation. The surplus fruit peel was mixed with liquid sugar to produce Cut Candy Peel. In 1930 invert sugars, mainly for bakers and confectioners were produced and during the Second World War, Ragus focused solely on cane sugars and syrups from Commonwealth countries.

Shortly after the war honey was severely rationed, but Charles still had time for one last innovation - 'Golden Shower' Crystallised Golden Syrup. This was sold as an alternative to honey, remaining popular until honey once again became available.