Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Since 1915
Donaldson Co is a filtration and contamination control manufacturer headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Founded in 1915, it employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and is privately held. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, medical, and military-defense industries. Its reported customers include Boeing and Daimler, and in April 2026 it completed its acquisition of Facet Filtration.
Donaldson Co at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1915
Headquarters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap
Import activity
13014
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Medical
Military & Defense
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
13014
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Mexico · Belgium · Netherlands · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Donaldson Co.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 13,014 shipments linked to the company, with origins spanning Mexico, Belgium, Germany, China, Japan, and more than a dozen other countries.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, IATF 16949, AS9100, and Nadcap certifications.
Donaldson operates more than 140 manufacturing and distribution centers across six continents and reports an estimated annual revenue between $1 billion and $5 billion.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
111 years in operation (founded 1915).
13,014 US import shipments on record.
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Donaldson Co is a filtration and contamination control manufacturer headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Founded in 1915, it employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and is privately held. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, medical, and military-defense industries. Its reported customers include Boeing and Daimler, and in April 2026 it completed its acquisition of Facet Filtration.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1915 |
Headquarters | Minneapolis, Minnesota |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap |
What Donaldson Co makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, IATF 16949, AS9100, and Nadcap certifications.
Certifications
Donaldson Co is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — donaldson.com
IATF 16949 — donaldson.com
ISO 13485 — donaldson.com
ISO 14001 — donaldson.com
ISO 45001 — donaldson.com
ISO 50001 — donaldson.com
ISO 9001 — donaldson.com
Nadcap — donaldson.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 13,014 shipments linked to the company, with origins spanning Mexico, Belgium, Germany, China, Japan, and more than a dozen other countries. US customs bill-of-lading records list 13014 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Mexico · Belgium · Netherlands · China.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
Boeing — reported by boeing.com
Daimler — reported by donaldson.com
Latest developments
2026-11-02 — Donaldson at 50th annual automotive symposium: growth, margins and Facet By Investing.com (investing.com)
2026-10-29 — Donaldson lines up $1.5B note facility, starts with $250M sale | Dealroom News (dealroom.co)
2026-05-04 — Donaldson Company, Inc. - Donaldson Completes Acquisition of Facet Filtration (donaldson.com)
2026-04-15 — Donaldson Completes Acquisition of Facet Filtration (donaldson.com)
2026-02-02 — Donaldson Company, Inc. - Donaldson to Acquire Facet, an Innovator in Mission-Critical Fuel and Fluid Filtration Solutions (donaldson.com)
2025-06-06 — Ribbon cutting celebrates Donaldson expansion - Tribune and Times (tribuneandtimes.com)
Company details
Donaldson operates more than 140 manufacturing and distribution centers across six continents and reports an estimated annual revenue between $1 billion and $5 billion. Donaldson Co was founded in 1915, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 111 years in operation (founded 1915). 13,014 US import shipments on record. Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Donaldson Co make?
Donaldson Co is a filtration and contamination control manufacturer headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Founded in 1915, it employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and is privately held. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, medical, and military-defense industries. Its reported customers include Boeing and Daimler, and in April 2026 it completed its acquisition of Facet Filtration.
Where is Donaldson Co headquartered?
Donaldson Co is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota (1400 West 94th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55431).
When was Donaldson Co founded?
Donaldson Co was founded in 1915.
How big is Donaldson Co?
Donaldson Co has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Donaldson Co hold?
Donaldson Co lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Donaldson Co import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 13014 inbound shipments for Donaldson Co, with top origins including Mexico · Belgium · Netherlands · China.
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Leadership
Location & contact
Phone
'+1 952-887-3131
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap
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