Business Description
Founded in 1887 and based in Chuo, Japan, Kao Corporation is a well-established manufacturer with a broad range of products spanning personal care, household cleaning, cosmetics, and industrial chemicals. On the consumer side, the company produces everyday essentials such as skincare, haircare, oral hygiene, and home cleaning products, while also offering professional cosmetics advice and salon services. Its industrial division supplies specialty chemicals used in construction, manufacturing, semiconductors, and printing. Originally known as Kao Soap Co. Ltd., the company adopted its current name in 1982.
