Founded in Singapore in the 1930s, Lam Soon first began trading in edible oils, rice and copra. In 1961, Lam Soon began operating in Hong Kong and is a major player in edible oils and home care products in Hong Kong. In 1997, Hong Leong Group became one of the major shareholders of the Lam Soon Group. The core businesses of Lam Soon Group are oil, flour, detergent and distribution.