Who owns Ecover?
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- Brand origin
- Belgium
- Main production
- Belgium
Ecover is a Belgian household and personal care brand that makes cleaning and laundry products. Ecover is ultimately owned by S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc., through People Against Dirty.
uk.ecover.comOwnership chain
- BrandEcoverBelgium
- People Against Dirty
- Ultimate ownerS. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.United States
About Ecover
What is Ecover?
Ecover is a Belgian brand of household cleaning and laundry products. Ecover develops products using plant-based and mineral ingredients, according to company materials. Ecover is headquartered in Malle, Belgium, where Ecover operates a research and development site and an ecological factory.
Who owns Ecover?
Ecover is ultimately owned by S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Ecover, People Against Dirty, and S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc. S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc. is a family-owned company headquartered in the United States. S. C. Johnson announced in 2017 that it had agreed to acquire Ecover and Method from People Against Dirty, and its fact sheet records the brands as part of its portfolio in 2018.
Where does Ecover come from?
Ecover originated in Belgium in 1979. A group of Belgian scientists developed a phosphate-free cleaning formula in a small shed and launched Ecover. Ecover's first washing powder reached Belgian supermarket shelves in 1989. Ecover built its ecological factory in Malle, Belgium, in 1992.
What products does Ecover make?
Ecover makes laundry products, dishwashing products, surface cleaners, bathroom cleaners, toilet cleaners, window cleaners, hand soaps, and fabric softeners. Named Ecover ranges include Ecover Essential, which launched in mainland Europe's health food trade in 2017. Ecover products are sold across Europe and in other international markets.
Frequently asked questions about Ecover
Is Ecover a Belgian brand?
- Yes. Ecover originated in Belgium in 1979, and Ecover's headquarters and ecological factory are in Malle, Belgium.
Who owns Ecover products today?
- S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc. ultimately owns Ecover. People Against Dirty sits between Ecover and S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc. in the ownership chain recorded by Made O'Meter.
Does Ecover make laundry detergent?
- Yes. Ecover makes washing powder, laundry liquid, fabric softener, and stain remover products.
Does Ecover make dishwashing products?
- Yes. Ecover makes hand dishwashing products and dishwasher products, including dishwasher tablets.
What is Ecover Essential?
- Ecover Essential is an Ecover sub-brand launched in mainland Europe's health food trade in 2017. The range uses naturally derived fragrances and carries ECOCERT certification, according to Ecover's timeline.
Sources: be-fr.ecover.com, de.ecover.com, en.wikipedia.org, fr.wikipedia.org, uk.ecover.com, de.wikipedia.org, ecover.com.sg, cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com
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Products from Ecover
37- Ecover Washing-Up LiquidCleaning product – dishwashing
- Ecover Hand-Spülmittel Granatapfel & FeigeCleaning product – dishwashing liquid
- Ecover Fabric SoftenerCleaning product – fabric softener
- Ecover Non Bio Laundry DetergentCleaning product – Laundry Detergent
- Ecover Bathroom Surface CleanerCleaning product – surface cleaner
- Ecover Fast-Action Toilet CleanerCleaning product – toilet cleaner
- Ecover laundry and cleaning productsCleaning product – biodegradable household cleaners
- Ecover Multi-Action CleanerCleaning product – All-purpose cleaner
- Ecover Apple Blossom & Almond Fabric SoftenerCleaning product – fabric softener
- Ecover DetergentCleaning product – Laundry Detergent
- Ecover Dish SoapCleaning product – dishwashing liquid
- Ecover Essential Classic Dishwasher Tablets LemonCleaning product – dishwashing
- Ecover All Purpose CleanerCleaning product – surface cleaner
- Ecover Laundry and Household CleanersCleaning product – Eco-friendly laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and surface cleaners
- Ecover Laundry DetergentCleaning product – detergent
- Ecover Lemon & Aloe Vera Washing-up LiquidCleaning product – Dishwashing liquid
- Ecover Washing Up LiquidCleaning product – dishwashing liquid
- Ecover Zero Hand SoapPersonal care – Hand Wash
- Ecover All-in-One Zero% Dishwasher TabletsCleaning product – dishwashing
- Ecover Multi-Surfaces Lemongrass & OrangeCleaning product – Multi-surface cleaner
- Ecover Laundry & Cleaning ProductsCleaning product – eco-friendly household cleaners
- Ecover Laundry LiquidCleaning product – Laundry detergent
- Ecover Hand Dishwashing LiquidCleaning product – dishwashing
- Ecover Sensitive Dish SoapCleaning product – Dishwashing liquid
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