Verified Nov 2026
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Tokyo
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Since 1961
Unicharm is a Japanese manufacturer of disposable hygiene and pet care products, headquartered in Tokyo and founded in 1961. It employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and is publicly listed under ticker 8113.T. The company serves consumer markets including baby care, feminine care, adult incontinence, and pet care. In 2026 it entered the pet care market in India and Brazil, and its Kenyan sanitary products subsidiary began operations in August 2026.
Unicharm at a glance
Revenue
6B
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1961
Headquarters
Tokyo
Ownership
Publicly traded (JPX: 8113.T)
Certifications
ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
140
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Appliance
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
140
Named foreign suppliers
10
Top origins
Mexico · The Bahamas · Spain · France
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Unicharm.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is available in the record, so trade volumes and origins cannot be reported; the most recent disclosed development is the August 14, 2026 registration and start of operations of SOFY UNICHARM EAST AFRICA LIMITED in Kenya.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and reports operating in medical equipment and supplies manufacturing alongside its hygiene product lines.
Unicharm operates in 80 countries according to its public profile, with a stated focus on Asian markets, and its stock is publicly traded.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
65 years in operation (founded 1961).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Unicharm is a Japanese manufacturer of disposable hygiene and pet care products, headquartered in Tokyo and founded in 1961. It employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and is publicly listed under ticker 8113.T. The company serves consumer markets including baby care, feminine care, adult incontinence, and pet care. In 2026 it entered the pet care market in India and Brazil, and its Kenyan sanitary products subsidiary began operations in August 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1961 |
Headquarters | Tokyo |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | 6B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (JPX: 8113.T) |
Certifications | ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Unicharm makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and reports operating in medical equipment and supplies manufacturing alongside its hygiene product lines.
Certifications
Unicharm is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — unicharm.co.jp
ISO 14001 — unicharm.co.jp
ISO 45001 — unicharm.co.jp
ISO 9001 — unicharm.co.jp
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is available in the record, so trade volumes and origins cannot be reported; the most recent disclosed development is the August 14, 2026 registration and start of operations of SOFY UNICHARM EAST AFRICA LIMITED in Kenya. US customs bill-of-lading records list 140 inbound shipments across 10 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Mexico · The Bahamas · Spain · France.
Latest developments
2026-08-14 — Toyota Tsusho's Joint Venture with Unicharm Begins Operations in Kenya - Promoting a Stable Supply of Sanitary Products and Business Expansion in East Africa - | Toyota Tsusho (toyota-tsusho.com)
2026-08-14 — 「SOFY UNICHARM EAST AFRICA LIMITED」登記完了および事業開始のお知らせ-ユニ・チャーム (unicharm.co.jp)
2026-07-02 — Unicharm Enters the Indian Pet Care Market-Unicharm Company Information (unicharm.co.jp)
2026-05-15 — Unicharm Enters Pet Care Market in Brazil-Unicharm Company Information (unicharm.co.jp)
2025-08-12 — Unicharm taps on AnyMind Group for end-to-end support on TikTok Shop in Japan | AnyMind Group (anymindgroup.com)
2025-02-12 — Unicharm Strengthens India Presence with Completion of Ahmedabad Plant-Unicharm Company Information (unicharm.co.jp)
Facilities
Unicharm is headquartered in Tokyo. Public sources also reference these locations:
Japan — anymindgroup.com
Company details
Unicharm operates in 80 countries according to its public profile, with a stated focus on Asian markets, and its stock is publicly traded. Unicharm was founded in 1961, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 65 years in operation (founded 1961). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Unicharm do?
Unicharm is a Japanese manufacturer of disposable hygiene and pet care products, headquartered in Tokyo and founded in 1961. It employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and is publicly listed under ticker 8113.T. The company serves consumer markets including baby care, feminine care, adult incontinence, and pet care. In 2026 it entered the pet care market in India and Brazil, and its Kenyan sanitary products subsidiary began operations in August 2026.
Where is Unicharm headquartered?
Unicharm is headquartered in Tokyo.
When was Unicharm founded?
Unicharm was founded in 1961.
How big is Unicharm?
Unicharm has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the 6B range.
Is Unicharm publicly traded?
Publicly traded (JPX: 8113.T). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Unicharm hold?
Unicharm lists ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+81 3-3451-5111
Certification
ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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