DC Safety Sales, Inc.

Date of Investment

In September 2005, Dubilier & Co. acquired DC Safety Sales Co., Inc. (DCSS) from the company’s management and existing shareholders.

Founded in 1975, DCSS has more than an 85-percent market share in North America for the design, assembly, and supply of original or standard equipment first aid kits for the automotive industry.  The company sells in excess of 1.5 million first aid kits annually.  The company also sells Emergency and Roadside Assistance kits at substantially higher prices.  These kits are installed in more than 40 car models, including Lexus, Mercedes, Toyota, Infinity, BMW, Nissan, Scion, Volvo and Rolls Royce.

Although DCSS dominates its industry, only an approximate ten percent of the automotive market currently includes first aid kits as standard equipment, providing significant opportunities for future growth.  Beyond automotive, there are several adjacent markets that offer significant opportunities.  Dubilier & Co. will work with management on the company’s recent efforts to broaden channels of distribution beyond automotive.

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