Rubbermaid housewares

Rubbermaid is an iconic American brand known for its durable plastic products, ranging from food storage containers to commercial cleaning equipment. The company's journey began in 1920 in Wooster, Ohio, as the Wooster Rubber Company, which originally manufactured toy balloons. The Rubbermaid brand name was actually born in the 1930s when James R. Caldwell patented a rubber dustpan and merged his company with Wooster Rubber.

Today, the brand is a core part of the Newell Brands portfolio. While Rubbermaid has a significant global presence, it maintains a strong domestic manufacturing footprint, with approximately 80% of its products—especially large items like trash cans and storage sheds—still manufactured in the United States. Other specialized components or consumer lines may be produced in various international facilities to support global distribution. The brand remains synonymous with household organization and long-lasting quality.