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Sunsilk

Last updated: March 2026

India Ownership Scoreโ„ข
13
/100
Data verified from public sources
๐ŸŒ Foreign-Controlled

Ownership: Foreign-owned (Hindustan Unilever)

Confidence: High

India Impact: Medium

Manufacturing: Primarily in India

Equity Ownership

0%

Parent Company Country

United Kingdom

Manufacturing in India

70%

Revenue Retained in India

60%

Sunsilk is a foreign-owned brand headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1954. The brand operates under Hindustan Unilever. It is classified as a Foreign Multinational in India.

Many people think Sunsilk is an Indian brand, but it is actually owned by Hindustan Unilever.

Classified as Foreign-Controlled because it is owned by Hindustan Unilever and headquartered in United Kingdom.

Category: Hair Care
Market status: Strong presence of foreign companies

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Sunsilk operates under Hindustan Unilever.

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๐ŸŒ Foreign Brands

Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Headquarters
London
Founded
1954
Parent Company
Ownership Type
Foreign Multinational
Indian Brand
No ๐ŸŒ
Price Segment
mid
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About Sunsilk

Who owns Sunsilk?

Sunsilk is owned by Hindustan Unilever.

Is Sunsilk an Indian brand?

Sunsilk is a foreign-owned brand operating in India. Learn more about its ownership.

Where is Sunsilk headquartered?

Sunsilk is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

What does Sunsilk do?

Sunsilk operates in the Hair Care category and offers related products and services.

Who is the parent company of Sunsilk?

Hindustan Unilever

Is Sunsilk a foreign company?

Sunsilk is a foreign-owned company operating in India.

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Sources

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