Kimberly-Clark Corporation, founded in 1872 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a leading global manufacturer of personal care and tissue products. Over its more than 140-year history, the company has grown from a regional paper mill operator into a diversified producer of consumer and professional essentials, driven by a focus on innovation, quality and brand strength.
The company’s portfolio includes well-known consumer brands such as Kleenex facial tissues, Scott paper products, Huggies diapers, Pull-Ups training pants, Kotex feminine care and Depend incontinence solutions. In the professional channel, Kimberly-Clark delivers a broad range of washroom, wiper and protective solutions designed for offices, healthcare facilities, industrial sites and the hospitality sector.
Operating in more than 175 countries, Kimberly-Clark organizes its business into key geographic regions and market segments. Its operations span North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, with localized innovation centers and manufacturing facilities that tailor products to regional preferences and requirements. The company leverages its global scale to optimize supply chains, pursue sustainable sourcing and invest in emerging markets.
Under the leadership of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael D. Hsu, Kimberly-Clark continues to prioritize research and development, digital marketing and environmental stewardship. The company has established long-term goals for reducing waste and greenhouse gas emissions, while maintaining a disciplined approach to capital allocation and brand building in order to drive sustainable growth.