Bic Lighter and Stationery

Founded in 1944 by Marcel Bich and Édouard Buffard, BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers. The brand became iconic with the launch of the 'BIC Cristal' ballpoint pen, which prioritized simple design and reliability. Over the decades, the company expanded its portfolio to include disposable lighters and safety razors, maintaining a philosophy of high-value, affordable products.

Today, BIC operates on a global scale with production facilities located in several countries including France, Brazil, Greece, Mexico, and the United States. This decentralized manufacturing strategy allows the brand to serve different regional markets efficiently. The BIC brand is synonymous with the 'disposable' culture it helped pioneer, while recently shifting focus toward sustainability and recycled materials in its product lines.