Unicharm (OTCMKTS:UNICY) Corporation, founded in 1961 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading manufacturer of disposable hygiene products and personal care goods. Over the decades, the company has expanded from its original focus on sanitary napkins into a diversified portfolio that includes baby diapers, adult incontinence solutions, and feminine hygiene products. Unicharm has built a reputation for innovation in absorbent technologies and user-centric designs, with brands such as Moony, Mamypoko and Sofy achieving strong market recognition across Asia.
In addition to core personal care categories, Unicharm has extended its business into pet care and household products. The company’s pet segment offers grooming tools, wipes and hygiene products under brands like DoggyMan, catering to the growing companion animal market in Japan and other Asian countries. Unicharm also supplies industrial clients with absorbent materials and nonwoven fabrics for medical, agricultural and consumer applications, leveraging its material science expertise to develop customized solutions.
Geographically, Unicharm operates in more than 80 countries, with a particularly strong foothold in Japan, Greater China, Southeast Asia, South Asia and the Middle East. Through a network of production facilities, sales offices and distribution partnerships, the company tailors product offerings to local demographics and cultural preferences, driving growth in emerging markets while maintaining market leadership at home.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Takahisa Takahara, Unicharm continues to emphasize research and development, sustainability initiatives and digital transformation. The company has set environmental targets for reducing packaging waste and carbon emissions, while also investing in smart manufacturing and e-commerce platforms to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement. Unicharm’s strategy combines technological innovation with social responsibility, positioning it for continued expansion in the global personal care arena.
