Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Nashville, Tennessee
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Since 1794
Sontara is a nonwoven fabrics brand under Magnera Corporation, producing spunlaced materials bonded by hydroentanglement without binders, chemicals, or adhesives. Headquartered in Old Hickory, Tennessee, and founded in 1794, the company is estimated at $1-5B in revenue with 100-200 employees. It serves healthcare, personal care, industrial cleaning, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. In October 2026, it launched a sustainable printing range that includes a Fogra-certified rPET washcloth.
Sontara at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
100-200
Founded
1794
Headquarters
Nashville, Tennessee
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
510
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
510
Named foreign suppliers
23
Top origins
Spain · Germany · Portugal · Belgium
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Sontara.
What this tells a buyer
A recent development is the launch of a sustainable printing range with a Fogra-certified rPET washcloth, reported on the company's website on 1 October 2026.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and its product line includes Sontara TriFlo Multipurpose Wipes and Sontara EC.
Sontara operates as a private company and received the INDA Long-Life Achievement Award at IDEA25.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
232 years in operation (founded 1794).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Sontara is a nonwoven fabrics brand under Magnera Corporation, producing spunlaced materials bonded by hydroentanglement without binders, chemicals, or adhesives. Headquartered in Old Hickory, Tennessee, and founded in 1794, the company is estimated at $1-5B in revenue with 100-200 employees. It serves healthcare, personal care, industrial cleaning, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. In October 2026, it launched a sustainable printing range that includes a Fogra-certified rPET washcloth.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1794 |
Headquarters | Nashville, Tennessee |
Employees | 100-200 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Sontara makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and its product line includes Sontara TriFlo Multipurpose Wipes and Sontara EC.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Emissions, Plastic, Gear (source: sontara.com).
Certifications
Sontara is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — sontara.com
ISO 45001 — sontara.com
ISO 9001 — sontara.com
Trade and customs footprint
A recent development is the launch of a sustainable printing range with a Fogra-certified rPET washcloth, reported on the company's website on 1 October 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 510 inbound shipments across 23 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Spain · Germany · Portugal · Belgium.
Latest developments
2026-10-01 — Sontara launches sustainable printing range with first Fogra-certified rPET ABC washcloth - Sontara (sontara.com)
2026-10-01 — News & Media - Sontara (sontara.com)
2026-04-10 — Chicopee and Sontara bring sustainable wiping innovation to Interclean 2026 - Sontara (sontara.com)
2026-03-06 — Sontara Joins IBC as Supplier Member | Industrial Distribution (inddist.com)
2025-12-04 — 🌍 Caso de éxito: la transformación digital de Sontara junto a Visualit (linkedin.com)
2025-11-12 — Sontara Launches New Complete Sustainable Wipes Range - Sontara (sontara.com)
Company details
Sontara operates as a private company and received the INDA Long-Life Achievement Award at IDEA25. Sontara was founded in 1794, has an estimated 100-200 employees, and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 232 years in operation (founded 1794). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Sontara make?
Sontara is a nonwoven fabrics brand under Magnera Corporation, producing spunlaced materials bonded by hydroentanglement without binders, chemicals, or adhesives. Headquartered in Old Hickory, Tennessee, and founded in 1794, the company is estimated at $1-5B in revenue with 100-200 employees. It serves healthcare, personal care, industrial cleaning, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. In October 2026, it launched a sustainable printing range that includes a Fogra-certified rPET washcloth.
Where is Sontara headquartered?
Sontara is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee (326 Swinging Bridge Road, Nashville, Tennessee, 37138).
When was Sontara founded?
Sontara was founded in 1794.
How big is Sontara?
Sontara has an estimated 100-200 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Sontara hold?
Sontara lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Sontara import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 510 inbound shipments for Sontara, with top origins including Spain · Germany · Portugal · Belgium.
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