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OEM/ODM manufacturer of specialized microfiber products

Gunpo-si, South KoreaFounded 2015
Valuation $100–250M Last recorded · 2021
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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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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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Gunpo-si, South Korea
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
13.3/100
Links
Website

Funding history

1 recorded event

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
SERIES C✓Equity / VC Jan 2021 $29M $117M Undisclosed —
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AQA website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for AQA is 8.6K monthly website visits, up 34.4% over the last three months.

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🇰🇷 South Korea · Gunpo-si HQ
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