Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Since 1942
Epson, headquartered in Suwa, Nagano, Japan, is a technology manufacturer founded in 1942. The company employs 1,000–5,000 people and generated estimated revenue of $10–50 million. Epson produces printers, projectors, scanners, industrial robotics, semiconductors, and precision components for automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, and industrial-equipment sectors. Recent activity includes construction of an industrial-robotics manufacturing facility in Batangas, Philippines, and completion of a new inkjet-printhead factory at its Tohoku facility in October 2025.
Epson at a glance
Revenue
$10-50M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1942
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
Import activity
27878
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
27878
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Singapore · Japan · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Epson.
What this tells a buyer
Epson recorded 27,878 customs shipments across multiple Asian and global origins, with Indonesia Epson Industrial accounting for 7,745 shipments and Epson Precision Philippines for 5,855 shipments.
The company holds certifications in IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO/TS 16949, and manufactures inkjet printers, projectors, smart glasses, industrial robotics, watches, and semiconductor products.
Epson operates manufacturing facilities across Indonesia, the Philippines, China, Singapore, Thailand, and Japan, with ongoing expansion including a new €6 million centre in Riga.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
84 years in operation (founded 1942).
27,878 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Epson, headquartered in Suwa, Nagano, Japan, is a technology manufacturer founded in 1942. The company employs 1,000–5,000 people and generated estimated revenue of $10–50 million. Epson produces printers, projectors, scanners, industrial robotics, semiconductors, and precision components for automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, and industrial-equipment sectors. Recent activity includes construction of an industrial-robotics manufacturing facility in Batangas, Philippines, and completion of a new inkjet-printhead factory at its Tohoku facility in October 2025.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1942 |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $10-50M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 |
What Epson makes
The company holds certifications in IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO/TS 16949, and manufactures inkjet printers, projectors, smart glasses, industrial robotics, watches, and semiconductor products.
Certifications
Epson is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
Epson recorded 27,878 customs shipments across multiple Asian and global origins, with Indonesia Epson Industrial accounting for 7,745 shipments and Epson Precision Philippines for 5,855 shipments. US customs bill-of-lading records list 27878 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Singapore · Japan · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-08-20 — Epson to build industrial robots in Batangas plant (inquirer.net)
2026-08-19 — Epson registers new P40-M robotics facility - BusinessWorld Online (bworldonline.com)
2026-03-03 — ABSL Latvia Chairperson to lead Epson’s new €6 million centre in Riga - Epson Press (epson.eu)
2026-01-29 — Epson Atmix to Construct a New Production Facility at Kita-Inter Plant No. 2 (January 29, 2026) | News | Epson (corporate.epson)
2025-10-10 — Construction Completed on New Factory for the Manufacture of Inkjet Printheads at Tohoku Epson (October 10, 2025) | News | Epson (corporate.epson)
2025-07-08 — Epson Establishes Its First High-Capacity Ink Tank Inkjet Printer Manufacturing Facility in India (July 8, 2025) | News | Epson (corporate.epson)
Company details
Epson operates manufacturing facilities across Indonesia, the Philippines, China, Singapore, Thailand, and Japan, with ongoing expansion including a new €6 million centre in Riga. Epson was founded in 1942, and has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 84 years in operation (founded 1942). 27,878 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Epson make?
Epson, headquartered in Suwa, Nagano, Japan, is a technology manufacturer founded in 1942. The company employs 1,000–5,000 people and generated estimated revenue of $10–50 million. Epson produces printers, projectors, scanners, industrial robotics, semiconductors, and precision components for automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, and industrial-equipment sectors. Recent activity includes construction of an industrial-robotics manufacturing facility in Batangas, Philippines, and completion of a new inkjet-printhead factory at its Tohoku facility in October 2025.
When was Epson founded?
Epson was founded in 1942.
How big is Epson?
Epson has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $10-50M range (estimated).
What certifications does Epson hold?
Epson lists IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Epson import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 27878 inbound shipments for Epson, with top origins including China · Singapore · Japan · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 800-463-7766
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
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