Tipp-Ex Micro Tape Twist

Tipp-Ex is a world-renowned brand in the stationery sector, originally founded in Germany in 1959. The brand became so successful that its name became a genericized trademark for correction fluid in many European countries. The Micro Tape Twist shown in the image is a modern evolution of the classic liquid, offering a dry application via a specialized dispenser.

In 1997, the brand was acquired by BIC, a French multinational company famous for its pens and lighters. This acquisition integrated Tipp-Ex into BIC's global distribution network. While the brand remains German in heritage and French in ownership, production is decentralized globally to optimize logistics. The Micro Tape Twist models are commonly manufactured in BIC’s facilities in Vietnam, though specific batches may originate from other global sites depending on the regional market. BIC continues to own and manage the brand as a key part of its stationery portfolio.