Tipp-Ex Shake'n Squeeze correction pen

Tipp-Ex is a world-renowned brand of correction fluid and related office products. The brand originated in Germany in 1959, founded by Otto Carls, and revolutionized the way office workers corrected typing errors. The name itself became synonymous with correction fluid in many European countries.

Today, Tipp-Ex is owned by the French company Société BIC, which acquired the brand in 1997. While the brand has German roots, its manufacturing is now global to serve international markets, with many of the correction pens being produced in specialized facilities in Taiwan. As of 2026, BIC remains the ultimate owner, managing Tipp-Ex as a key pillar of its stationery division alongside its famous pens and lighters.