Top Glove
Top Glove Corporation Berhad is a Malaysian rubber glove manufacturer that has grown to become the world's largest manufacturer of gloves. The company produces a wide range of gloves including latex, nitrile, and vinyl gloves, which are used in various industries such as healthcare, food handling, and industrial applications.
History[edit | edit source]
Top Glove was founded in 1991 by Lim Wee Chai with a single factory and one production line. Over the years, the company expanded rapidly, and by 2021, it operated 47 factories with 812 production lines, producing over 100 billion gloves annually. The company's headquarters is located in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.
Products[edit | edit source]
Top Glove manufactures a variety of gloves, including:
These products are used in various sectors such as healthcare, food handling, industrial applications, and cleanroom environments.
Market Presence[edit | edit source]
Top Glove exports its products to over 195 countries worldwide. The company has a significant presence in major markets such as the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. It is listed on the Bursa Malaysia and the Singapore Exchange.
Corporate Social Responsibility[edit | edit source]
Top Glove is committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and has implemented various initiatives to support the community and environment. These include:
- Sustainability programs
- Employee welfare initiatives
- Community outreach programs
Controversies[edit | edit source]
Top Glove has faced several controversies, particularly related to labor practices. In 2020, the company was scrutinized for alleged poor working conditions and forced labor practices. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a detention order on Top Glove products, which was later lifted after the company took corrective actions.
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