Lee Kum Kee sauce

Lee Kum Kee is a globally recognized heritage brand specializing in Chinese and Asian condiments. Founded in 1888 by Lee Kum Sheung in Nanshui, Guangdong province, China, the company is famously credited with the invention of oyster sauce. What started as a small family business has evolved into a global leader in the sauce industry, known for its premium quality and authentic flavors.

Today, the brand operates state-of-the-art production facilities across several locations to meet global demand, including manufacturing plants in Xinhui and Huangpu in China, as well as facilities in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and the United States. This diversified manufacturing strategy ensures that the brand can maintain its fresh supply chains across different continents.

The company remains family-owned to this day, managed by the Lee Kum Kee Group. Based in Hong Kong, the group has successfully expanded its reach into over 100 countries. It remains one of the few global food giants that has maintained its private family ownership structure across several generations, focusing on traditional manufacturing methods combined with modern food safety standards.