🇺🇸 American brands owned by German companies 🇩🇪
13 brands that originated in the United States are owned today by 6 companies headquartered in Germany, led by Bayer, Henkel and Beiersdorf.
Bayer (4)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alka-Seltzer | Digestive health | — | — |
| Claritin | Cold | 2014 | — |
| One A Day | Vitamins & supplements | — | — |
| Roundup | Lawn & garden | 2018 | Jun 2018 |
Henkel (4)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dial | Bar soap & body wash | 2004 | — |
| Loctite | Adhesives & repair | — | — |
| OLAPLEX | Shampoo & conditioner | 2026 | Jul 2026 |
| Purex | Laundry detergent | 2004 | — |
Beiersdorf (2)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chantecaille | Makeup | 2022 | — |
| Coppertone | Sun care | 2019 | — |
Puma (1)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobra Golf | Outdoor & workwear | 2010 | — |
Bertelsmann (1)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penguin Random House | Book publishers | — | — |
Aldi Nord (1)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trader Joe's | Canned & shelf-stable meals | 1979 | — |