What Lesso America does

Lesso America, Inc. is a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of China LESSO Group Holdings Limited (HKEX: 2128) and operates as a manufacturer and distributor of plastic pipe fittings and complementary piping products for the North American market. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Corona, California, the company produces injection-molded PVC and ABS fittings — including PVC SCH 40, PVC SCH 80, PVC DWV, ABS DWV, UV-resistant SCH 40, SDR35 sewer fittings, and PVC ball valves — alongside an extended pipe catalog (PE, PVC-U, CPVC, electrical conduit). Manufacturing is anchored in plastic injection molding technology, with the parent group providing scaled R&D, mold tooling, and certified production capabilities spanning over 30 production bases globally and 3.2 million tonnes of annual designed capacity.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of fittings and pipes to a distributor- and contractor-led customer base serving residential plumbing, commercial plumbing, industrial fluid handling, and agricultural irrigation end-uses. Go-to-market combines channel partners (distributors reached via four strategically located warehouses in Corona CA, Adrian MI, Fort Worth TX, and Orlando FL) with a direct regional field-sales layer of approximately ten Regional Sales Managers covering defined U.S. territories. Pricing is quote-based rather than published, and in February 2024 Lesso America announced a 6% price increase across SCH40, SCH80, DWV, and ABS product lines effective March 1, 2024, signaling pricing power within its product categories.

Value proposition is anchored in compliance and certification breadth — products meet ASTM D1784, D2466, D2665 and similar standards and carry NSF/ANSI 61 and 14 (potable water), NSF/ANSI 50 (pool/spa), NSF/ANSI 372 (lead content), cUPC (ABS DWV, PVC SCH40, PVC DWV, PVC SDR35), CSA, ETL, and ISO 9001/14001/45001 certifications — positioning Lesso as a full-stack, code-compliant supplier rather than a price-leader commodity importer. Customer support, downloadable technical submittals, and coast-to-coast warehousing are positioned as service differentiators.

Name

Lesso America

Legal name

LESSO AMERICA, INC.

Website

https://lessoamerica.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lesso America is a Corona, California-based manufacturer and distributor of PVC and ABS plastic pipe fittings and pipes for the North American residential plumbing, commercial, industrial, and agricultural irrigation markets. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of China LESSO Group Holdings Limited.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic Pipe Fittings

NAICS

Plastics Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (326122), Plastics Pipe, Pipe Fitting, and Unlaminated Profile Shape Manufacturing (32612)

SIC

Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

Water & Sewer Pipe & Fittings (PVC/HDPE/PP) (IMANADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Plumbing & Building Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) Pipe & Fittings (IMANADAG), Electrical Conduit & Raceway Systems (PVC/HDPE) (IMANADAC), Pipe Accessories & Joining Systems (Couplings, Gaskets, Solvent Cement, Fusion Fittings) (IMANADAJ)

Keywords

• PVC pipe fittings
• Plastic injection molding
• DWV fittings
• Sewer pipe fittings
• Irrigation piping

Headquarters

HQ city

Corona

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Plastic Pipe Fittings Sales: Lesso America manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of plastic pipe fittings including PVC SCH 40, PVC SCH 80, PVC DWV, ABS DWV, PVC UVR SCH 40, SDR35 sewer fittings, and PVC ball valves. Revenue is generated through direct product sales to distributors, plumbing contractors, industrial customers, and irrigation professionals across the United States.
2. Pipe Products Sales: The company also sells pipe products including PE Water Pipe, PVC-U SCH40 Water Pipe, PVC-U SCH80 Water Pipe, CPVC Water Pipe, PVC Sewage Pipe (SDR35), PVC-U DWV Pipe, and PVC Electrical Conduit, generating additional revenue through these complementary products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lesso America manufactures and distributes plastic pipe fittings and piping systems using injection molding of PVC and ABS materials. Its portfolio covers PVC SCH 40, PVC SCH 80, PVC DWV, ABS DWV, PVC UVR SCH 40, SDR35 sewer fittings, PVC ball valves, and complementary pipes for plumbing, irrigation, and industrial applications. The company sells these ASTM-compliant, NSF/cUPC-certified products through owned US distribution centers and a regional field-sales network.

Product overview

Lesso America is a manufacturer and distributor of plastic pipe fittings and piping systems. The product portfolio includes PVC SCH 40 Fittings, PVC SCH 80 Fittings, PVC DWV Fittings, ABS DWV Fittings, PVC UVR SCH 40 Fittings, SDR35 Sewer Fittings, PVC Ball Valves, and various Pipes (including PE Water Pipe, PVC-U SCH40 Water Pipe, PVC-U SCH80 Water Pipe, CPVC Water Pipe, PVC Sewage Pipe, PVC-U DWV Pipe, and PVC Electrical Conduits). The company serves plumbing, irrigation, and industrial sectors with products made from high-quality ABS and PVC materials using injection mold technology. LESSO America's fittings encompass essential components such as tees, adapters, elbows, crosses, couplings, bushings, caps, plugs, traps, and unions. All products comply with relevant ASTM standards and carry certifications including NSF, cUPC, CSA, and ETL.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PVC SCH 40 Fittings Schedule 40 PVC pipe fittings for plumbing applications, handling moderate pressure around 450 psi at 73°F. Comply with ASTM D1784, D1785, and D2466 standards and are NSF/ANSI 61 and 14 certified for drinking water systems. Made from high-quality PVC using the latest injection mold tools.
• PVC SCH 80 Fittings Schedule 80 PVC pipe fittings with increased wall thickness designed for higher pressure applications in industrial environments. Deliver superior strength for demanding industrial processes including chemical processing and manufacturing.
• PVC DWV Fittings Drainage, waste, and vent (DWV) PVC fittings conforming to ASTM D2665. Feature smooth inner walls that reduce friction and help solids travel through the line, with long-radius bends that reduce flow restrictions and prevent blockages.
• ABS DWV Fittings Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene fittings for DWV applications, known for durability and reliable performance in colder temperatures. Solid black color allows easy identification. Used in underground sewage lines and exterior plumbing.
• PVC UVR SCH 40 Fittings UV-resistant Schedule 40 PVC fittings designed for outdoor applications with prolonged sunlight exposure. Prevent degradation from UV radiation while maintaining structural integrity.
• SDR35 Sewer Fittings PVC SDR35 sewer fittings for gravity-flow sewer applications. Designed for underground sewage systems with gasket-sealed joints for watertight connections.
• PVC Ball Valve PVC ball valves for flow control in plumbing and industrial applications. Provide reliable shut-off functionality for water distribution and industrial fluid systems.
• Pipes (PE, PVC-U SCH40, PVC-U SCH80, CPVC, PVC Sewage, PVC-U DWV, PVC Electrical Conduit) Complete range of plastic pipes including PE water pipes, PVC-U SCH40 and SCH80 water pipes, CPVC hot/cold water pipes, PVC sewage pipes (SDR35), PVC-U DWV pipes, and PVC SCH40 and SCH80 rigid electrical conduits for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products comply with ASTM D1784, D1785, D2466, and D2665 standards
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• China LESSO Group Holdings LimitedcoreOthersLesso America is a wholly owned subsidiary of China LESSO Group Holdings Limited, a leading manufacturer of piping and building materials in mainland China. China LESSO Group is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 2128) and has over 30 years of experience in the piping industry. The subsidiary leverages inherited success, field experience, and manufacturing expertise from its parent company.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/LESSOGroup
• Facebookfacebook.com/lessogroup
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lesso-america-inc-

Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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