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Zip is a heritage brand that revolutionized the way people light fires. Founded in 1936, the brand became famous for inventing the high-performance kerosene firelighter, providing a reliable and odorless way to light coals and logs for indoor and outdoor use.
The product pictured is manufactured in the United Kingdom, specifically at a specialized plant in Castleford, West Yorkshire. Zip has maintained its status as a market leader in the fire-lighting category across the UK and Ireland for decades, known for its iconic heart-shaped logo and 'light the wrapper' convenience.
Today, the Zip brand is owned by Standard Brands, a company that specializes in ignition products and household chemicals. Standard Brands is headquartered in the United Kingdom and continues to drive the innovation of the Zip range, ensuring its products meet international safety and performance standards while maintaining its historic British manufacturing roots.
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