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Key US Regulatory Requirements for Faucets
- cUPC certification — Required for plumbing products sold in most US states and all Canadian provinces.
- NSF/ANSI 61 — Certifies that faucet materials do not leach harmful contaminants into drinking water.
- NSF/ANSI 372 — Lead-free certification. Federal law prohibits faucets with more than 0.25% weighted average lead content.
- ADA compliance — Commercial faucets in public buildings must meet ADA touchless or lever-operated requirements.
- WaterSense — EPA program certifying faucets that use ≤1.5 GPM, required by many US building codes.
Top 10 Faucet Manufacturers in the USA (2025)
1. Moen Incorporated
Headquartered in North Olmsted, Ohio, Moen is the #1 faucet brand in US retail by market share. Known for Motionsense touchless technology and U by Moen smart faucets. All products meet cUPC, NSF 61, and NSF 372 standards.
Best for: Residential retail, kitchen and bath remodeling | Price range: $60–$800
2. Delta Faucet Company (Masco Corporation)
Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, Delta is Moen's primary US market rival. Known for Touch2O technology and MagnaTite magnetic docking for pull-down kitchen faucets. Delta also owns the Brizo luxury sub-brand.
Best for: Residential retail, premium kitchen | Price range: $80–$1,200
3. Kohler Co.
A privately held Wisconsin company founded in 1873. Kohler produces an enormous range of kitchen and bathroom faucets under the Kohler and Sterling brands. The Sensate touchless kitchen faucet and Occasion bathroom series are category leaders.
Best for: Full-spectrum residential and commercial | Price range: $100–$2,000
4. American Standard (LIXIL Americas)
One of America's oldest plumbing brands (founded 1872). American Standard produces bathroom and kitchen faucets sold through big-box retailers and plumbing wholesalers. Their Edgemere, Berwick, and Cadet series are popular in the US builder channel.
Best for: Builder channel, residential renovation | Price range: $60–$400
5. Price Pfister (Spectrum Brands)
Based in Lake Forest, California, Pfister has been manufacturing faucets since 1910. Now owned by Spectrum Brands, Pfister offers cUPC-certified kitchen and bathroom faucets at competitive price points through Home Depot and Lowe's.
Best for: Big-box retail, residential renovation | Price range: $40–$300
6. Grohe (US Operations)
Grohe maintains a significant US commercial and luxury residential business. Products carry cUPC, NSF 61, NSF 372, and WaterSense certifications. A go-to brand for US hospitality procurement.
Best for: US hospitality, luxury residential | Price range: $200–$1,500
7. Hansgrohe (US Operations)
Hansgrohe distributes through luxury showrooms and hospitality procurement channels. The Metris, Talis, and Logis series are popular in US hotel renovations and high-end residential builds.
Best for: Luxury residential, US hotel chains | Price range: $250–$1,800
8. Chicago Faucets (Geberit AG)
Based in Des Plaines, Illinois, Chicago Faucets has manufactured commercial-grade faucets in the US since 1901. They supply US schools, hospitals, correctional facilities, and airports with heavy-duty institutional fittings.
Best for: US institutional and commercial | Price range: $150–$1,200
9. Elkay Manufacturing
An Illinois company known for stainless steel kitchen sinks and water coolers. Elkay produces kitchen faucets with cUPC and WaterSense certification, popular in US commercial and institutional kitchens.
Best for: Commercial kitchens, institutional food service | Price range: $100–$500
10. Watts Water Technologies
Based in North Andover, Massachusetts, Watts produces thermostatic mixing valves, commercial faucets, and sensor fittings for the US institutional and industrial market.
Best for: US healthcare, education, industrial | Price range: $200–$1,500
Brand Comparison Table
| Brand | HQ State | Segment | cUPC/NSF 61/372 | Price Range (USD) | OEM Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moen | Ohio | Mid–Premium | Yes | $60–$800 | No |
| Delta | Indiana | Mid–Premium | Yes | $80–$1,200 | No |
| Kohler | Wisconsin | Full-spectrum | Yes | $100–$2,000 | No |
| American Standard | Illinois | Mid-range | Yes | $60–$400 | No |
| Pfister | California | Entry–Mid | Yes | $40–$300 | No |
| Grohe US | NY/Global | Premium–Luxury | Yes | $200–$1,500 | No |
| Hansgrohe US | GA/Global | Luxury | Yes | $250–$1,800 | No |
| Chicago Faucets | Illinois | Commercial | Yes | $150–$1,200 | No |
| Elkay | Illinois | Commercial | Yes | $100–$500 | No |
| Watts Water | Massachusetts | Industrial/Commercial | Yes | $200–$1,500 | No |
| Mengbang (China) | Shenzhen | OEM/Mid–Premium | Yes (cUPC, NSF 61/372) | $8–$45 | Yes |
How Chinese OEM Faucets Enter the US Market
To legally sell faucets in the US, a Chinese manufacturer must obtain cUPC certification, pass NSF/ANSI 61 and NSF/ANSI 372 testing, comply with California Prop 65 labeling, and meet WaterSense flow rate criteria. Mengbang holds cUPC, NSF 61, and NSF 372 certifications on its US export product lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is cUPC certification and why does it matter in the USA?
cUPC stands for Canadian/US Plumbing Code and is administered by IAPMO. Most US states require cUPC listing for plumbing products installed on potable water systems. Without it, products may be rejected by inspectors during building code inspections.
Q: Are there any US-made faucets still manufactured domestically?
Yes — Chicago Faucets, Elkay, and some Watts products are assembled in the US. However, even major American brands like Moen, Delta, and Kohler manufacture a significant portion of their products in Mexico and China.
Q: What is the WaterSense flow rate requirement for US kitchen faucets?
EPA WaterSense-labeled kitchen faucets must use no more than 1.5 gallons per minute (GPM) versus the standard 2.2 GPM. WaterSense is increasingly required by LEED, WELL, and local building codes in water-stressed US regions.
Source cUPC-Certified Faucets from Mengbang
Mengbang supplies cUPC-certified, NSF 61 and NSF 372 compliant faucets to US importers, e-commerce brands, and hotel procurement teams. Contact us for a catalog and compliance document pack.
