Unilever Vietnam is set to increase its investment capital to VND2.7 trillion (approximately USD 104.5 million) for the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Ho Chi Minh City, according to a recent environmental impact assessment report.
Located in the Northwest Cu Chi Industrial Park, the 11-hectare factory will undergo significant upgrades, including the installation of a new production line with an annual capacity of 14,000 tons of liquid sorbitol—a critical raw material used in the company’s oral care brands such as P/S, Close Up, and Pepsodent.
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The strategic expansion aims to enhance Unilever’s supply chain resilience by securing a stable, in-house source of sorbitol and reducing dependence on external suppliers. Unilever confirmed that the sorbitol produced will be used exclusively for internal manufacturing and not for commercial sale. The factory’s total annual toothpaste output is expected to remain steady at 60,000 tons.
The development schedule includes facility renovations from April to December 2025, equipment installation from October 2025 to February 2026, followed by trial operations through April 2026. The upgraded facility is expected to be fully operational by April 2026.
This capital increase underscores Unilever’s long-term commitment to Vietnam and highlights the country’s strategic role in the company’s regional production network.
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Source: Vietnam Insider