Verified Nov 2026
Lighting
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Cypress, California
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Since 1967
Ushio America, Inc. is a photonics and lighting company headquartered in Cypress, California, founded in 1967 as a subsidiary of Ushio Inc. of Tokyo, Japan. It employs roughly 100 to 200 people, with estimated annual revenue of $100 to $250 million. Its products include xenon short arc, metal halide, and specialty LED lamps, lasers, and infrared heaters, serving the automotive, electronics, medical, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment sectors. In May 2026 the company introduced the Midori Spot Cure Series, a portable, mercury-free UV LED curing product.
Ushio America, Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
100-200
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Cypress, California
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
3194
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
3194
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Japan · China · Germany · Philippines
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Ushio America, Inc..
What this tells a buyer
Ushio America announced a partnership with Veolia Environmental Services in May 2026 for the collection of end-of-life mercury-containing lamps.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists lighting, LED, electronics, and semiconductor products among its offerings.
Ushio America acquired the Industrial and Entertainment lamps business of the ams-OSRAM Group, a transaction the parent company completed in March 2026.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
59 years in operation (founded 1967).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Ushio America, Inc. is a photonics and lighting company headquartered in Cypress, California, founded in 1967 as a subsidiary of Ushio Inc. of Tokyo, Japan. It employs roughly 100 to 200 people, with estimated annual revenue of $100 to $250 million. Its products include xenon short arc, metal halide, and specialty LED lamps, lasers, and infrared heaters, serving the automotive, electronics, medical, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment sectors. In May 2026 the company introduced the Midori Spot Cure Series, a portable, mercury-free UV LED curing product.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1967 |
Headquarters | Cypress, California |
Employees | 100-200 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Lighting |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Ushio America, Inc. makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and lists lighting, LED, electronics, and semiconductor products among its offerings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Lighting, Battery, Electronics, LED, Coating, Adhesive, Semiconductor (source: ushio.com).
Certifications
Ushio America, Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — ushio.com
Trade and customs footprint
Ushio America announced a partnership with Veolia Environmental Services in May 2026 for the collection of end-of-life mercury-containing lamps. US customs bill-of-lading records list 3194 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Japan · China · Germany · Philippines.
Latest developments
2026-05-13 — Introducing the Midori™ Spot Cure Series: Portable, Mercury-Free UV LED Curing at Your Fingertips | Ushio America, Inc. (ushio.com)
2026-05-08 — Ushio America and Veolia Environmental Services Partnership for Collection of End-of-Life Mercury-Containing Lamps | Ushio America, Inc. (ushio.com)
2026-04-14 — Kyocera Executes Share Purchase Agreement with Ushio Inc. for Semiconductor Laser Device Business | News | Newsroom | KYOCERA (kyocera.com)
2026-03-03 — Ushio completes acquisition of the Industrial and Entertainment lamps business of the ams-OSRAM Group | USHIO INC. (ushio.co.jp)
2025-07-31 — Ushio acquires the Industrial and Entertainment lamps business of ams-OSRAM Group | Ushio America, Inc. (ushio.com)
2025-07-22 — Ushio America Supports National Air & Space Museum! (linkedin.com)
Company details
Ushio America acquired the Industrial and Entertainment lamps business of the ams-OSRAM Group, a transaction the parent company completed in March 2026. Ushio America, Inc. was founded in 1967, has an estimated 100-200 employees, and is headquartered in Cypress, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 59 years in operation (founded 1967). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Ushio America, Inc. make?
Ushio America, Inc. is a photonics and lighting company headquartered in Cypress, California, founded in 1967 as a subsidiary of Ushio Inc. of Tokyo, Japan. It employs roughly 100 to 200 people, with estimated annual revenue of $100 to $250 million. Its products include xenon short arc, metal halide, and specialty LED lamps, lasers, and infrared heaters, serving the automotive, electronics, medical, electric-vehicle, appliance, and industrial equipment sectors. In May 2026 the company introduced the Midori Spot Cure Series, a portable, mercury-free UV LED curing product.
Where is Ushio America, Inc. headquartered?
Ushio America, Inc. is headquartered in Cypress, California (5440 Cerritos Ave, Cypress, California, 90630).
When was Ushio America, Inc. founded?
Ushio America, Inc. was founded in 1967.
How big is Ushio America, Inc.?
Ushio America, Inc. has an estimated 100-200 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Ushio America, Inc. hold?
Ushio America, Inc. lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Ushio America, Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 3194 inbound shipments for Ushio America, Inc., with top origins including Japan · China · Germany · Philippines.
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