Braun ThermoScan 3 IRT3030 ear thermometer

Braun is a storied German brand originally founded by Max Braun in Frankfurt in 1921. While the name is synonymous with German engineering and industrial design heritage, the ownership and manufacturing of their various product lines have evolved significantly over the decades. The specific product shown is an infrared ear thermometer, which falls under Braun Healthcare.

Today, the Braun brand is owned by the American multinational conglomerate Procter & Gamble (P&G). However, because P&G focuses on consumer goods, they license the Braun brand name for specific health-related categories. For medical and healthcare products like these thermometers, the brand is operated under license by Helen of Troy Limited. While the brand carries the German legacy of Braun GmbH, the manufacturing for these digital consumer electronics primarily takes place in specialized facilities in China to satisfy global demand.