Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Since 1973
Samsung Electro-Mechanics (SEM) manufactures electronic components, including multi-layer ceramic capacitors, camera modules, and semiconductor package substrates, organized into Components, Modules, and Substrates segments. The company is headquartered in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, was founded in 1973, and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. It is publicly listed and operates as part of the Samsung Group. Its customers span automotive, electric-vehicle, consumer electronics, appliance, and renewable-energy industries. In October 2026, the company reported a supply agreement for ABF substrates with NVIDIA and a chip substrate supply deal worth 360.5 billion won.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics at a glance
Revenue
7.8B
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1973
Headquarters
Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Ownership
Publicly traded (KSC: 009150.KS)
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO/TS 16949
Import activity
118295
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
118295
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Thailand · South Korea · Malaysia
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Samsung Electro-Mechanics.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is available in the record; the most recent reported development is a 360.5 billion won chip substrate supply deal announced on October 20, 2026, as reported by The Elec.
The company's listed products include semiconductors and electronics, and it holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications.
Reported customers include Tesla, Hyundai, and Kia, and the company operates manufacturing facilities in South Korea, the Philippines, and Thailand, with a reported presence in Vietnam.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
53 years in operation (founded 1973).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Samsung Electro-Mechanics (SEM) manufactures electronic components, including multi-layer ceramic capacitors, camera modules, and semiconductor package substrates, organized into Components, Modules, and Substrates segments. The company is headquartered in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, was founded in 1973, and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. It is publicly listed and operates as part of the Samsung Group. Its customers span automotive, electric-vehicle, consumer electronics, appliance, and renewable-energy industries. In October 2026, the company reported a supply agreement for ABF substrates with NVIDIA and a chip substrate supply deal worth 360.5 billion won.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1973 |
Headquarters | Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | 7.8B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (KSC: 009150.KS) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO/TS 16949 |
What Samsung Electro-Mechanics makes
The company's listed products include semiconductors and electronics, and it holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Semiconductor, Electronics (source: samsungsem.com).
Certifications
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — samsungsem.com
ISO 14001 — samsungsem.com
ISO 45001 — samsungsem.com
ISO 50001 — samsungsem.com
ISO/TS 16949 — samsungsem.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is available in the record; the most recent reported development is a 360.5 billion won chip substrate supply deal announced on October 20, 2026, as reported by The Elec. US customs bill-of-lading records list 118295 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Thailand · South Korea · Malaysia.
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:
Tesla — reported by businesskorea.co.kr
Hyundai — reported by samsungsem.com
Kia — reported by samsungsem.com
Latest developments
2026-11-01 — Samsung Electro-Mechanics Tops 5 Trillion Won in MLCC Orders - Seoul Economic Daily (sedaily.com)
2026-10-30 — Samsung Electro-Mechanics Wins 879.3 Billion Won MLCC Order From Global Tech Giant - Seoul Economic Daily (sedaily.com)
2026-10-22 — Tesla, Nvidia Invest in Samsung Electro-Mechanics - Businesskorea (businesskorea.co.kr)
2026-10-21 — Samsung Electro-Mechanics and NVIDIA Announce Strategic Partnership to Supply ABF Substrates | News | Newsroom | SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS (samsungsem.com)
2026-10-20 — Samsung Electro-Mechanics Signs 360.5 Billion Won Chip Substrate Supply Deal < Supply Chain < 기사본문 - The Elec Inc. (thelec.net)
2026-09-29 — Samsung Electro-Mechanics, Sejong Business Site KRW 4.27 Trillion · Vietnam Subsidiary KRW 2.51 Trillion Investment… – AI Server Semiconductor Substrate Expansion | News | Newsroom | SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS (samsungsem.com)
Facilities
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is headquartered in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. Public sources also reference these locations:
Vietnam — samsungsem.com
Company details
Reported customers include Tesla, Hyundai, and Kia, and the company operates manufacturing facilities in South Korea, the Philippines, and Thailand, with a reported presence in Vietnam. Samsung Electro-Mechanics was founded in 1973, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 53 years in operation (founded 1973). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Samsung Electro-Mechanics make?
Samsung Electro-Mechanics (SEM) manufactures electronic components, including multi-layer ceramic capacitors, camera modules, and semiconductor package substrates, organized into Components, Modules, and Substrates segments. The company is headquartered in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, was founded in 1973, and employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people. It is publicly listed and operates as part of the Samsung Group. Its customers span automotive, electric-vehicle, consumer electronics, appliance, and renewable-energy industries. In October 2026, the company reported a supply agreement for ABF substrates with NVIDIA and a chip substrate supply deal worth 360.5 billion won.
Where is Samsung Electro-Mechanics headquartered?
Samsung Electro-Mechanics is headquartered in Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do.
When was Samsung Electro-Mechanics founded?
Samsung Electro-Mechanics was founded in 1973.
How big is Samsung Electro-Mechanics?
Samsung Electro-Mechanics has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the 7.8B range.
Is Samsung Electro-Mechanics publicly traded?
Publicly traded (KSC: 009150.KS). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Samsung Electro-Mechanics hold?
Samsung Electro-Mechanics lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO/TS 16949 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO/TS 16949
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