Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Since 1954
Mabuchi Motor is a manufacturer of small electric motors, including brushed, brushless, and microcomputer-controlled types, with headquarters in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1954, it employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and reports estimated revenue in the $1-5B band. Its products serve the automotive, electric vehicle, appliance, electronics, medical, and plumbing hardware industries. In 2026 the company developed the MR-94BZD and MR-94BZE high-output brushless motor units, which add a resolver sensor, gear reducer, and electromagnetic holding brake.
Mabuchi Motor at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1954
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
7870
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
7870
Named foreign suppliers
6
Top origins
Vietnam · China · South Korea · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Mabuchi Motor.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 7,870 shipments, with Mabuchi Motor Vietnam accounting for 7,265 of them and origins spanning Vietnam, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and Japan.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and develops products including resolver sensors, gear reducers, electromagnetic brakes, and micro motors for medical devices.
The company is publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and in April 2026 announced plans to acquire MASDAC Co., Ltd., a food machinery manufacturer.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
72 years in operation (founded 1954).
7,870 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Mabuchi Motor is a manufacturer of small electric motors, including brushed, brushless, and microcomputer-controlled types, with headquarters in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1954, it employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and reports estimated revenue in the $1-5B band. Its products serve the automotive, electric vehicle, appliance, electronics, medical, and plumbing hardware industries. In 2026 the company developed the MR-94BZD and MR-94BZE high-output brushless motor units, which add a resolver sensor, gear reducer, and electromagnetic holding brake.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1954 |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Mabuchi Motor makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and develops products including resolver sensors, gear reducers, electromagnetic brakes, and micro motors for medical devices.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Sensor, Brake, Gear, Stamping, Assembly, Mold, Plastic, Valve, Actuator, Steel (source: mabuchi-motor.com).
Certifications
Mabuchi Motor is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — mabuchi-motor.pl
ISO 14001 — mabuchi-motor.com
ISO 9001 — mabuchi-motor.pl
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 7,870 shipments, with Mabuchi Motor Vietnam accounting for 7,265 of them and origins spanning Vietnam, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and Japan. US customs bill-of-lading records list 7870 inbound shipments across 6 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Vietnam · China · South Korea · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-06-29 — Mabuchi Motor Develops High-Output Brushless Motor Units “MR-94BZD” and “MR-94BZE” — Expanding the lineup with a high-resolution resolver sensor, a gear reducer, and an electromagnetic holding brake (mabuchi-motor.com)
2026-04-23 — Mabuchi Motor to Acquire MASDAC Co., Ltd., Food Machinery Manufacturer (mabuchi-motor.com)
2026-01-07 — Announcement of Completion of Acquisition of Nippon Pulse Motor Co., Ltd. and Name Change of Nippon Pulse Motor Co., Ltd. (mabuchi-motor.com)
2025-10-22 — Mabuchi Motor to Acquire Nippon Pulse Motor Co., Ltd., Precision Small Motors and Precision Motion Control Provider (mabuchi-motor.com)
2025-04-09 — Mabuchi Motor to Boost India Line With New Sales Base | AEI (dempa.net)
Company details
The company is publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and in April 2026 announced plans to acquire MASDAC Co., Ltd., a food machinery manufacturer. Mabuchi Motor was founded in 1954, and has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 72 years in operation (founded 1954). 7,870 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Mabuchi Motor make?
Mabuchi Motor is a manufacturer of small electric motors, including brushed, brushless, and microcomputer-controlled types, with headquarters in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1954, it employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and reports estimated revenue in the $1-5B band. Its products serve the automotive, electric vehicle, appliance, electronics, medical, and plumbing hardware industries. In 2026 the company developed the MR-94BZD and MR-94BZE high-output brushless motor units, which add a resolver sensor, gear reducer, and electromagnetic holding brake.
When was Mabuchi Motor founded?
Mabuchi Motor was founded in 1954.
How big is Mabuchi Motor?
Mabuchi Motor has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Mabuchi Motor hold?
Mabuchi Motor lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Mabuchi Motor import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 7870 inbound shipments for Mabuchi Motor, with top origins including Vietnam · China · South Korea · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 248-816-3100
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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