Who owns Clipper?
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- Brand origin
- Spain
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. United Kingdom
Clipper is a Spanish consumer brand known for refillable lighters and related smoking accessories. Clipper is ultimately owned by Exea Empresarial S.L. through Flamagas S.A., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data.
clipperofficial.comOwnership chain
- BrandClipperSpain
- Flamagas S.A.
- Ultimate ownerExea Empresarial S.L.Spain
About Clipper
What is Clipper?
Clipper is a lighter and smoking accessories brand operated by Flamagas S.A. Flamagas is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Clipper's product range includes refillable lighters, gas refills, rolling papers, filters and lighter cases. Flamagas describes Clipper as its lighter brand.
Who owns Clipper?
Clipper is ultimately owned by Exea Empresarial S.L., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Clipper, Flamagas S.A., and Exea Empresarial S.L. Exea Empresarial S.L. is the ultimate owner and is family-owned.
Where does Clipper come from?
Clipper originated in Barcelona, Spain. Flamagas S.A. was founded in Barcelona in 1959. Designer Enric Sardá created Clipper's cylindrical lighter design in 1970. Flamagas launched the Clipper Classic lighter in 1971 and opened a Clipper factory in Barcelona in 1972. The company describes that product as the world's first refillable plastic lighter.
What products does Clipper make?
Clipper makes refillable gas lighters, electronic lighters, metal lighters and multi-purpose lighters. Named product lines include Clipper Classic, Clipper Brio, Clipper Pocket, Clipper Micro, Clipper Metal and Clipper Tube. Clipper also sells gas refills, rolling papers, filters and protective cases.
Where is Clipper sold?
Clipper products are sold internationally through Flamagas and regional distributors. Flamagas has listed operations or distribution activity in markets including Spain, France, Portugal, Russia, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Brazil, India and China. Clipper's official website is clipperofficial.com.
Frequently asked questions about Clipper
Is Clipper a Spanish brand?
- Yes. Clipper originated in Barcelona, Spain, and Flamagas S.A., the company behind Clipper, was founded there in 1959.
Who makes Clipper lighters?
- Flamagas S.A. makes and operates the Clipper lighter brand. Flamagas is part of the ownership chain leading to Exea Empresarial S.L.
Are Clipper lighters refillable?
- Yes. Clipper's product range includes refillable lighters, and the company launched a refillable plastic lighter in the early 1970s. Some Clipper models also have replaceable flints and other serviceable parts.
What else does Clipper sell besides lighters?
- Clipper also sells lighter gas refills, rolling papers, filters and cases. The range includes smoking accessories associated with the lighter products.
Is Clipper owned by Puig?
- Made O'Meter identifies Exea Empresarial S.L. as Clipper's ultimate owner. Flamagas has also been described as belonging to the Exea group associated with the Puig family, but the ownership chain recorded by Made O'Meter is Clipper, Flamagas S.A., and Exea Empresarial S.L.
Sources: flamasats.com, clippercambodia.com, clipper.com, ipqwery.com, clipperitalia.it, clipperpolska.pl, mistersmoke.com, monadalt.com
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