Watson, Joseph, & Sons Ltd

Sectors:

  • Chemical production Candle production
  • Chemical production Explosives & fuses production
  • Leather & other skins processing & products manufacture Leather & other skins processing
  • Chemical production Perfumes, cosmetics & toilet goods production
  • Chemical production Soap & detergent production

Notes:

Traced origins to a hide and skin business established by Joseph Watson in the 1840s. Soon diversified into soap production and related areas such as candle wax and glycerine. Emerged as a leading manufacturer. Incorporated 1897. Acquired in 1917 by Lever Brothers but continued to trade independently for several years, latterly focusing on toiletries instead of soaps

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