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AQA
OEM/ODM manufacturer of specialized microfiber products
About AQA
AQA Co., Ltd. is a South Korean original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and original design manufacturer (ODM) specializing in microfiber products. The company was originally established as DAI MYUNG Co., Ltd. by founder Lee, Chang, who was one of the first to introduce microfiber technology to Korea. In 2004, the company name was changed to AQA Co., Ltd., and the founder's son, Junsoo Lee, became the CEO.
The company manufactures and supplies a wide range of high-quality microfiber items, including cloths, mops, and towels, for various industries. Its business model focuses on providing customized private label products for global brands. AQA serves a diverse client base that includes the automotive care, household cleaning, optical, and sports sectors. Over the years, AQA has exported its products to prominent brands such as Mercedes Benz, Toyota, Meguiar's, Arena, and Descente. The company has a history of developing specialized items, including flame-retardant fabrics and environmentally friendly microfiber made from recycled PET, which was launched in 2020.
AQA operates on a global scale, exporting to Europe, Japan, and Australia, and has obtained certifications like the "Approved Exporter Authorization number" for the Korea-EU FTA. The firm also distributes products from other brands in Korea, such as car care brand Chemical Guys and automotive filter manufacturer MANN-FILTER.
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- Gunpo-si, South Korea
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 13.3/100
- Links
- Website
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES C✓Equity / VC | Jan 2021 | $29M | $117M | Undisclosed | — |
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