Since YKK’s founding in Tokyo in 1934, we have continuously set industry standards for quality, innovation, and sustainability in the production of zippers, plastic hardware, hook and loop fasteners, webbing tapes, and snap and buttons. We have the engineering expertise and machining and manufacturing resources to create new solutions and deliver at scale anywhere in the world, including for the most demanding and highly regulated industries, such as automotive, medical, apparel and safety. Guided by the CYCLE OF GOODNESS® philosophy – no one prospers without rendering benefit to others – we constantly seeks new ways to serve the evolving needs of our customers while at the same time investing in our employees and giving back to our communities. Learn more.