Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Towson, Maryland
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Since 1910
Black & Decker manufactures power tools, outdoor yard care equipment, and home products, and is headquartered in Towson, Maryland, United States. The company was founded in 1910 and is in the 10,000-50,000 employee band, with an estimated revenue band of $10B or more. It is not publicly listed and operates within the Stanley Black & Decker group. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, construction, and plumbing-hardware industries. In May 2026, it extended its toy licensing partnership with JAKKS Pacific through 2028.
Black & Decker at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1910
Headquarters
Towson, Maryland
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 9001
Import activity
69321
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Construction
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
69321
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Taiwan · Israel · India
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Black & Decker.
What this tells a buyer
Stanley Black & Decker reported a 2026 announcement to sell its Excel Industries unit to Bad Boy Mowers, and announced a $1 billion U.S. investment in innovation and manufacturing capacity in August 2026.
The company holds IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists battery and e-mobility as its primary capability.
Facilities referenced in public sources include locations in Shanghai, China; New Britain, Connecticut; and Uberaba, Brazil.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
116 years in operation (founded 1910).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Black & Decker manufactures power tools, outdoor yard care equipment, and home products, and is headquartered in Towson, Maryland, United States. The company was founded in 1910 and is in the 10,000-50,000 employee band, with an estimated revenue band of $10B or more. It is not publicly listed and operates within the Stanley Black & Decker group. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, construction, and plumbing-hardware industries. In May 2026, it extended its toy licensing partnership with JAKKS Pacific through 2028.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1910 |
Headquarters | Towson, Maryland |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 |
What Black & Decker makes
The company holds IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists battery and e-mobility as its primary capability.
Certifications
Black & Decker is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — stanleyblackanddecker.com
ISO 9001 — mmsonline.com
Trade and customs footprint
Stanley Black & Decker reported a 2026 announcement to sell its Excel Industries unit to Bad Boy Mowers, and announced a $1 billion U.S. investment in innovation and manufacturing capacity in August 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 69321 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Taiwan · Israel · India.
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — Stanley Black & Decker - Stanley Black & Decker Reports 3Q 2026 Results (stanleyblackanddecker.com)
2026-09-04 — Stanley Black & Decker - Stanley Black & Decker Announces Agreement to Sell Excel Industries to Bad Boy Mowers (stanleyblackanddecker.com)
2026-08-12 — Stanley Black & Decker - Stanley Black & Decker Investing $1 Billion in the U.S. to Drive Innovation, Strengthen U.S. Manufacturing Footprint and Expand the Skilled Trades Workforce Essential to Building America's Infrastructure (stanleyblackanddecker.com)
2026-05-18 — JAKKS Pacific and Stanley Black & Decker Extend Iconic BLACK+DECKER™ Toy Licensing Partnership Through 2028 - JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (jakks.com)
2026-04-13 — Stanley Black & Decker to build $4 million expansion | Mission manufacturer will add new line; add 88 new jobs and retain 150 (missionedc.com)
2025-12-22 — Stanley Black & Decker Announces Agreement to Sell Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing Business to Howmet Aerospace for $1.8 Billion - Dec 22, 2025 (stanleyblackanddecker.com)
Facilities
Black & Decker is headquartered in Towson, Maryland. Public sources also reference these locations:
Shanghai, China — arvato.com
New Britain, Connecticut — cisco.com
Uberaba, Brazil — buhlergroup.com
Company details
Facilities referenced in public sources include locations in Shanghai, China; New Britain, Connecticut; and Uberaba, Brazil. Black & Decker was founded in 1910, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Towson, Maryland. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 116 years in operation (founded 1910). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Black & Decker make?
Black & Decker manufactures power tools, outdoor yard care equipment, and home products, and is headquartered in Towson, Maryland, United States. The company was founded in 1910 and is in the 10,000-50,000 employee band, with an estimated revenue band of $10B or more. It is not publicly listed and operates within the Stanley Black & Decker group. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, construction, and plumbing-hardware industries. In May 2026, it extended its toy licensing partnership with JAKKS Pacific through 2028.
Where is Black & Decker headquartered?
Black & Decker is headquartered in Towson, Maryland (701 East Joppa Road, Towson, Maryland, 21286).
When was Black & Decker founded?
Black & Decker was founded in 1910.
How big is Black & Decker?
Black & Decker has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Black & Decker hold?
Black & Decker lists IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Black & Decker import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 69321 inbound shipments for Black & Decker, with top origins including China · Taiwan · Israel · India.
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