PHILIPS

Philips is a Dutch company founded in 1891, specializing in the development and production of automotive lighting systems. The product range includes halogen, xenon, and LED lamps for headlights, signal lights, and interior lighting. Products are supplied to vehicle manufacturers' assembly lines and the aftermarket. The company focuses on optimizing light output and the service life of light sources. As of 2026, the brand is owned by Lumileds.

Country

Netherlands

Brand History

1. 1891: Company founded by Gerard and Anton Philips in Eindhoven. 2. 1914: Establishment of an in-house laboratory for physics and chemistry research. 3. 1971: Commencement of mass production of halogen lamps for the automotive industry. 4. 2014: Spin-off of the Philips Automotive Lighting division into the independent company Lumileds.

Key OEM Customers

Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota

Type

Manufacturer, Supplier (OEM)

Ecology

The company implements mercury-free manufacturing technologies for xenon lamps and minimizes the use of hazardous substances in LED module components. Production processes are aimed at reducing energy consumption and waste recycling.

Brand Authentication

The 'Certificate of Authenticity' system is used, featuring a unique code on the packaging that can be verified on the official Lumileds website. Laser marking is applied to the lamp base, containing the country of origin and technical parameters. The batch code consists of 10 characters, with the first two indicating the year and week of production.

Certificates

IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001