Thermos THERMOcafé vacuum flask

THERMOcafé is a value-oriented brand extension of the legendary Thermos brand. Originally invented in Germany in 1904, the Thermos brand popularized the use of vacuum insulation for temperature retention. While the brand has German roots and was later a major American corporation, the ownership of the intellectual property is now complex, following a 1989 acquisition.

Today, the Thermos brand and its sub-brands like THERMOcafé are primarily produced in China where the company operates its own manufacturing facilities. The brand is managed globally by Thermos L.L.C., with significant operations and ownership links to the Japanese company Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation, which is part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group. This global structure ensures that the classic technology developed over a century ago remains a leader in the portable insulation market.