Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture
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Since 1944
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer of electronic components and modules, headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1944, the company employs roughly 50,000 to 100,000 people, with estimated annual revenue above $10 billion, and is not publicly listed. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and plumbing-hardware industries. In 2026 it announced plans to expand production capacity for multilayer ceramic capacitors and completed an inductor plant expansion in Vietnam.
Murata at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
50,000-100,000
Founded
1944
Headquarters
Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1119
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1119
Named foreign suppliers
32
Top origins
Japan · South Korea · Taiwan · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Murata.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 1,119 shipments with origins spanning Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, China, Germany, Sweden, and several other countries.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications and produces items including capacitors, sensors, filters, and wireless communication modules.
Its estimated revenue band places it above $10 billion, and in May 2026 it signed a memorandum of understanding with Xona Space Systems on LEO satellite navigation for industrial applications.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
82 years in operation (founded 1944).
1,119 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer of electronic components and modules, headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1944, the company employs roughly 50,000 to 100,000 people, with estimated annual revenue above $10 billion, and is not publicly listed. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and plumbing-hardware industries. In 2026 it announced plans to expand production capacity for multilayer ceramic capacitors and completed an inductor plant expansion in Vietnam.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1944 |
Headquarters | Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture |
Employees | 50,000-100,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Murata makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications and produces items including capacitors, sensors, filters, and wireless communication modules.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Steel, Battery, Electronics, Semiconductor (source: murata.com).
Certifications
Murata is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — murata.com
ISO 13485 — murata.com
ISO 14001 — murata.com
ISO 45001 — murata.com
ISO 50001 — murata.com
ISO 9001 — murata.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 1,119 shipments with origins spanning Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, China, Germany, Sweden, and several other countries. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1119 inbound shipments across 32 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Japan · South Korea · Taiwan · China.
Latest developments
2026-10-30 — Murata to Expand Production Capacity of Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors Going Forward | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (murata.com)
2026-10-11 — Murata Completes Inductor Plant Expansion in Vietnam < Supply Chain < 기사본문 - The Elec Inc. (thelec.net)
2026-05-28 — Murata Manufacturing and Xona Space Systems Sign MOU to Leverage LEO Satellite Navigation Capabilities for Industrial Applications | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (murata.com)
2026-05-27 — Tome Murata to Start Construction of New Production Building | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (murata.com)
2026-05-18 — Murata to Start Construction of New Production Building at Yokaichi Plant | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (murata.com)
2025-10-22 — Completion of New Production Building in the Philippines | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (murata.com)
Facilities
Murata is headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture. Public sources also reference these locations:
Vietnam — thelec.net
India — murata.com
Company details
Its estimated revenue band places it above $10 billion, and in May 2026 it signed a memorandum of understanding with Xona Space Systems on LEO satellite navigation for industrial applications. Murata was founded in 1944, has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, and is headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 82 years in operation (founded 1944). 1,119 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Murata make?
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer of electronic components and modules, headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1944, the company employs roughly 50,000 to 100,000 people, with estimated annual revenue above $10 billion, and is not publicly listed. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and plumbing-hardware industries. In 2026 it announced plans to expand production capacity for multilayer ceramic capacitors and completed an inductor plant expansion in Vietnam.
Where is Murata headquartered?
Murata is headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto Prefecture.
When was Murata founded?
Murata was founded in 1944.
How big is Murata?
Murata has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Murata hold?
Murata lists IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Murata import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1119 inbound shipments for Murata, with top origins including Japan · South Korea · Taiwan · China.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+81 759-51-9111
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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