About UHU
UHU is Germany's legendary adhesive brand, responsible for inventing the world's first ready-to-use, crystal-clear synthetic resin adhesive in 1932. The company traces its origins to 1905 when dispensing chemist August Fischer acquired a small chemicals factory in Bühl, Germany, originally manufacturing inks, rubber stamp pads, paints, and adhesives before his revolutionary breakthrough in adhesive technology. The name UHU comes from the German word for owl (Uhu), following the common practice in the paper and stationery industry of naming products after birds. The iconic yellow and black tube has become one of the most recognisable branded products worldwide, synonymous with adhesives in Germany and Austria where "UHU" has become the byword for glue itself. August Fischer's 1932 innovation was revolutionary because it reliably bonded all materials known at the time, including the first plastics like Bakelite. For over 80 years, UHU Alleskleber (All Purpose Glue) has been Europe's leading adhesive. The company has changed hands several times: acquired by Beecham Group (later GlaxoSmithKline) in 1971, regaining independence through a management buyout in 1989, before joining the Italian Bolton Group in 1994. Today, UHU is an international brand sold in over 125 countries, trusted by more than 600 million consumers worldwide. UK shoppers can find UHU products including Photo Sticks and All Purpose Adhesive at supermarkets and stationery retailers. Grocefully helps compare prices across UK stores to find the best deals on these trusted German adhesive products.
