Henkel Adhesives and Home Care products

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA is a prominent German multinational corporation that operates globally in three main business areas: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Laundry & Home Care. Founded in 1876 in Aachen, Germany, by Fritz Henkel, the company moved its headquarters to Düsseldorf in 1878, where it remains today. The brand is famous for pioneering products such as Persil, the world's first self-acting detergent.

As of 2026, Henkel remains a family-controlled company, with the Henkel family holding a majority of the voting shares. The company maintains a vast manufacturing footprint with hundreds of production sites across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Their diverse portfolio includes household names like Loctite, Schwarzkopf, and Dial, solidifying their position as a leader in both consumer and industrial markets.