Pams Cotton Buds

Pams is one of New Zealand's most iconic and ubiquitous house brands, having been a staple in Kiwis' shopping trolleys since 1937. Originally launched by Four Square founder J. Heaton Barker, the brand was created to provide affordable alternatives to name-brand groceries during the Great Depression.

Today, the brand is owned by Foodstuffs, New Zealand's largest grocery distributor. While Pams is a New Zealand-founded brand, its manufacturing is global. High-volume personal care items like cotton buds are typically sourced from various international manufacturers, often in China or Southeast Asia, to maintain the brand's commitment to affordability while adhering to New Zealand quality standards.