Company information
- Ticker
- 1325
- Country
- Taiwan
- Sector
- Materials
- Industry
- Chemicals
UK Business Summary
Universal Knitting Co., Ltd. (UK) operates as a leading manufacturer of non-woven fabrics and medical-grade personal protective equipment (PPE), deriving revenue primarily through the B2B sale of raw materials and finished healthcare products. Its business model is centered on the production of spunbond, meltblown, and composite non-woven fabrics, which serve as critical components for filtration, hygiene, and medical applications. The company’s primary segments include Non-Woven Materials, which supplies industrial clients, and Medical Products, which focuses on the "Heng Da" brand of surgical masks and protective garments. Within the Taiwanese market, UK competes directly with KNH Enterprise (9919.TW), Nam Liong Global (5450.TWO), and Motex Healthcare. UK distinguishes itself through its high-capacity meltblown production lines and its legacy as a core member of Taiwan’s strategic medical supply chain, positioning it as a premium mid-tier player focused on technical reliability over low-cost mass-market competition. The company is currently directed by Chairman Huang Qi-Zhen, a veteran of the Taiwanese textile industry who oversaw the firm’s strategic pivot from traditional knitting to advanced non-woven technologies. Key executive leadership includes General Manager Huang Xin-Zhong, who manages the company’s manufacturing operations and international trade relations. The leadership team possesses extensive expertise in polymer science and automated manufacturing, which has been pivotal in maintaining the company's ISO-certified production standards. The board of directors is composed of members of the founding Huang family alongside independent experts in chemical engineering, reflecting a governance structure that prioritizes operational continuity and technical specialization. Major shareholders include the founding family’s investment vehicles, maintaining a stable ownership base that supports the company’s long-term focus on R&D in high-efficiency filtration media.