Essity
Essity AB is a global hygiene and health company based in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 2017, it has roots dating back to 1849 and operates in around 150 countries, serving over one billion people. The company employs approximately 36,000 people and reported net sales of about EUR 13 billion in 2024. Essity offers a diverse range of products and services, including personal care items like baby diapers and feminine hygiene products, consumer tissue products, professional hygiene solutions for various sectors, and medical care products such as wound care and orthopedic solutions. Its well-known brands include TENA, Tork, Libero, and Libresse, among others. The company focuses on sustainability, ensuring responsible sourcing of materials and investing in innovative solutions to enhance hygiene and health while minimizing environmental impact.
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Headcount trend
Essity went from 4,963 employees in Oct 2024 to 5,387 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 179 people joined, 126 left.
Org structure
Headcount by department
Funding
- Dec 2021 · Debt Financing · $339M · European Investment Bank
Salaries at Essity
All salaries4 salary profiles in the US
H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 5 filings.
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$56k - $90k
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Essity FAQ
How many employees does Essity have?
Essity has about 5,387 employees, up 0.7% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.
Does Essity sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Essity filed 5 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Essity's revenue per employee?
Essity makes about $2.45M in revenue per employee, based on $13.19B annual revenue and 5,387 employees.
How much does Essity pay?
6figr has 4 salary profiles for Essity in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Essity salaries page. See Essity salaries
How much funding has Essity raised?
Essity has raised $339.35M in total funding; its latest round was Debt Financing in Dec 2021.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.
