For over 50 years Pentel has been the world leadeer in the innovation of writing instruments. Since Pentel was founded in 1947 we have created over two thirds of the world's writing instruments. Today Pentel has subsidiaries in 20 countries around the world. Thes offices supply people worldwide with Pentel products manufactured in Japan, United States of America, Taiwan and France. Pentel takes pride in the craftsmanship of every product. Every Pentel automatic pencil, pen, adhesive, correction fluid and art material are manufactured to conform to the ISO9001 standard, making Pentel the leader in quality manufacturing excellence. Each Pentel product is fully guaranteed for the life of the pen against failure due to defects in materials and workmanship. Pentel is the only writing instrument company in the world to be awarded the Deming Prize for excellence in Total Quality Control. Pentel is constantly improving and developing new products in order to maintain our position as the leading stationery manufacturer in the world.