The Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC), a leading manufacturer of cosmetic products in the MENA region, has announced its full acquisition of Kato Prestige, a specialized cosmetics production facility.
This strategic move is part of the company’s expansion plan to boost its manufacturing capabilities and enter the fast-growing aerosol manufacturing sector, one of the most promising segments in the beauty industry.
Egyptian Cosmetics acquires Cato Prestige
The company’s leadership, under the guidance of Dr. Mohamed Salah, emphasized that this acquisition marks a significant milestone for the company, allowing it to introduce innovative aerosol-based products that are seeing increasing demand in both local and global markets.
With this acquisition, ECC, which was founded in 1981 and is one of the leading companies in cosmetics and personal care manufacturing, will expand its production portfolio to include advanced manufacturing solutions that meet evolving market needs.
Dr. Mohamed Salah, CEO of the ECC, stated: “We are thrilled about this acquisition, which is a key part of our strategy to expand into the aerosol sector, a promising area in the cosmetics industry. Kato Prestige brings a wealth of experience in producing high-quality products, and we will leverage that expertise to deliver top-tier products that compete globally.”
Manufacture of cosmetics and personal care
The ECC, which serves a wide range of local and international brands, aims to use this acquisition to enhance its research and development capabilities. The focus will be on manufacturing aerosol-based products such as hair sprays, body sprays, deodorants, and other products that use spray technology.
Additionally, the company plans to strengthen its partnerships with cosmetic brands to meet the growing demand for innovative products, solidifying its position as a comprehensive solutions provider offering manufacturing, packaging, exporting, and regulatory services.
ECC has built a strong reputation for delivering world-class services across all aspects of cosmetic product development and manufacturing. Over the last four decades, ECC has grown into a comprehensive B2B beauty solutions hub. The Kato Prestige deal follows another significant milestone in ECC’s history; the purchase of a majority stake in Source Beauty, a consumer-based beauty platform.
Manufacture of technology-based products
This tactical move provided Source Beauty with access to ECC’s extensive product innovation and manufacturing expertise, furthering its ability to deliver high-quality, market-leading products.
About Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC): Founded in 1981 by Dr. Salah El Housseiny, the Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC) began as a small laboratory focused on producing high-quality cosmetic oils and soap for the Egyptian market.
Development and manufacturing of cosmetic products
Over the past four decades, ECC has grown into a leading B2B manufacturer in the health, beauty, and personal care sectors.
The company partners with over 400 local and multinational businesses, offering world-class services in research and development, manufacturing, packaging, and distribution. Under the continued leadership of the El Housseiny family, with Dr. Mohamed Salah now at the helm, ECC remains at the forefront of the cosmetics industry in Egypt, known for its innovation and commitment to quality.
About Cato Prestige
About Kato Prestige: Kato Prestige Cosmetics has specialized as a third-party manufacturer in the cosmetics industry for over 25 years. Utilizing advanced technologies, comprehensive quality assurance, and safety systems, alongside a highly skilled team of professionals.
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