Are TOTO Toilets Made in the USA? Manufacturing Guide

Where Are TOTO Toilets Manufactured?

Which Specific TOTO Models Are Made in the USA?

MaP (Maximum Performance) scores reflect the maximum solid waste load flushed in one attempt during standardized third-party testing conducted by independent engineers. A score of 1,000g is the highest achievable rating and indicates class-leading clog resistance. See our MaP score guide for full methodology details.

Does "Made in USA" Affect TOTO Toilet Quality?

How Does TOTO's CeFiONtect Glaze Work and Is It Applied in the USA?

How Does TOTO Compare to American-Made Competitors?

Is Buying a US-Made TOTO Toilet Worth the Price Premium?

TOTO Drake vs. Drake II: Which US-Made Model Should You Choose?

For a deeper look at these two models side by side, see our TOTO Drake vs. Drake II comparison. If you are deciding between TOTO and competing brands, our best flushing toilets guide covers all major options across price tiers.

TOTO Manufacturing History: From Japan to Georgia

TOTO Ltd. was founded in Kitakyushu, Japan in 1917 -- making it over a century old and one of the oldest dedicated sanitary-ware manufacturers in the world. The company introduced Japan's first domestic flush toilet and later pioneered the electronic bidet seat (washlet) in 1980, a product category that has since transformed bathroom culture in Japan and is now growing rapidly in North America.

TOTO entered the North American market in the 1980s through distribution partnerships, and its commitment to the US market deepened considerably when it opened the Morrow, Georgia manufacturing facility in 1990. The plant was a strategic decision: tariffs on ceramic imports from Japan made local production economically advantageous, and proximity to the US distribution network reduced lead times for the retailer and wholesale channels TOTO was building.

Over more than three decades, the Morrow plant has expanded in capacity and now produces millions of vitreous china toilet fixtures for the North American market. TOTO has continued to invest in the facility rather than consolidating production offshore, which stands in contrast to competitors who shifted US manufacturing to Mexico or China during the 1990s and 2000s.

The Japanese headquarters in Kitakyushu remains the global R&D center, which is why high-end and technologically advanced products like the Neorest integrated smart toilet and all Washlet bidet seats continue to be manufactured there. Engineering talent and precision manufacturing infrastructure for electronic components are concentrated in Japan. The Georgia plant focuses on high-volume ceramic toilet production where domestic scale and logistics efficiency are the primary drivers.

Understanding TOTO's Flush Technologies by Manufacturing Origin

TOTO uses two primary flush systems across its toilet lineup, and knowing which system a model uses can be as important as knowing where it was made.

G-Max Flush: Found on the original TOTO Drake and older TOTO models, G-Max is a siphon-jet gravity flush system that delivers water through a large-diameter (3-inch) flush valve and directs it through a single siphon jet at the base of the bowl. G-Max achieves 1,000g MaP scores and is a proven, serviceable system with widely available replacement parts. G-Max-equipped models are predominantly assembled in Georgia.

Tornado Flush: Introduced more recently, Tornado Flush replaces the under-rim holes with two angled nozzles that create a centrifugal rinsing action across the entire bowl surface. This eliminates the under-rim mineral buildup points that plague conventional rimmed toilets. Tornado Flush is used in the Drake II, UltraMax II, Carlyle II, Vespin II, and several other current production models, most of which are Georgia-assembled. The Neorest and Aquia lines use related technology manufactured in Japan.

Double Cyclone / Neorest Flush: TOTO's most advanced flush technology, found exclusively in Japanese-manufactured Neorest and select premium toilets. This system uses an electric pump to create pressurized flow through the dual-nozzle system, enabling performance at 1.0 GPF or less that would not be achievable with gravity alone.

For buyers choosing between a Georgia-made TOTO and a Japanese-made TOTO, the flush technology often differs in ways that matter for cleaning maintenance. The Tornado Flush models -- almost all Georgia-assembled -- are broadly recommended by plumbing professionals for their combination of cleaning performance and long-term serviceability.

TOTO Warranty and Parts Availability for US-Made Models

TOTO offers a one-year limited warranty on most toilet models against defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty period is shorter than Kohler's lifetime limited warranty on porcelain and comparable to American Standard's one-year coverage, so it is not an industry-leading position by duration alone.

Where TOTO performs strongly on after-sales support is parts availability. Because the Drake and UltraMax II families have been in production for many years with relatively stable engineering, aftermarket and OEM replacement parts -- fill valves, flush valves, flappers, Washlet mounting hardware -- are widely stocked at plumbing supply houses and available through TOTO's North American distribution. This is practically significant because Georgia assembly means TOTO's US repair and service infrastructure does not have to source parts internationally.

For comparison: Woodbridge, Swiss Madison, and Glacier Bay toilets, all imported from China, can present parts-sourcing challenges because the internal mechanisms are less standardized and the companies maintain thinner US service networks. American Standard's Champion 4 -- made in Mexico -- has strong US parts availability, but Gerber, another US-market brand, has a more limited retail footprint for parts.

How to Confirm a TOTO Toilet Is Made in the USA

TOTO does not centralize its country-of-origin data in a single searchable database visible to consumers, so verification requires a few steps:

1. Check the product box: The shipping carton for Georgia-assembled models clearly states "Assembled in USA" on the label alongside the model number. Retail store stock can be checked at the time of purchase.
2. Review the specification sheet: TOTO publishes PDF specification sheets for every toilet model on its US website. The spec sheet includes country of origin under product details. This is the most reliable pre-purchase source.
3. Model number clues: TOTO's CST series (complete toilet packages including tank and bowl) and MS series (one-piece units) for the Drake family, UltraMax II, Carlyle II, and Vespin II lines are typically Georgia-assembled. The Entrada (CST244) and Aquia IV (CST446) lines are typically not.
4. Call TOTO customer service: TOTO's North American customer service team can confirm country of assembly for any current model number. The line is staffed from the US and generally provides accurate information.

Note that "Assembled in USA" on a TOTO toilet means the vitreous china fixture is manufactured at the Georgia plant. Electronic components in any Washlet bidet seat paired with the toilet are manufactured in Japan even if the toilet itself is domestic.

TOTO vs. Kohler: US Manufacturing Comparison

Kohler is the other major toilet brand with a domestic manufacturing presence worth comparing. Kohler operates manufacturing facilities in Kohler, Wisconsin (its historic headquarters) and Spartanburg, South Carolina, along with manufacturing in Mexico and overseas. The Kohler Highline, Cimarron, and Wellworth lines include units assembled in the US, though the exact split between domestic and imported production is less transparently documented than TOTO's Georgia-plant focus.

In terms of MaP performance, the Kohler Cimarron at 1.28 GPF achieves the maximum 1,000g score, matching the TOTO Drake II's 1,000g at the same 1.28 GPF. For buyers who want maximum clog resistance in an EPA WaterSense-certified toilet made domestically, both TOTO's Drake family and Kohler's Cimarron reach the top of the MaP scale.

Kohler's advantage over TOTO is brand familiarity in retail environments -- Kohler occupies more shelf space at big-box retailers -- and its longer warranty on porcelain (lifetime limited on many models versus TOTO's one year). For buyers who weigh warranty terms heavily, that difference is relevant. For buyers focused purely on flush performance, the top domestic models from both brands are now tied at the top of the MaP scale.

See our detailed TOTO vs. Kohler comparison for a full performance breakdown across both brands' lineups.

EPA WaterSense and Water Efficiency in US-Made TOTO Toilets

EPA WaterSense is a voluntary certification program that labels toilets using 1.28 GPF or less and verified to perform adequately in independent flush testing. The program is modeled on the EPA Energy Star framework and is intended to help consumers identify high-efficiency toilets without sacrificing flush performance.

All US-made TOTO models currently in active production -- the Drake, Drake II, UltraMax II, Carlyle II, and Vespin II -- carry EPA WaterSense certification. This is not automatic; it requires third-party testing by an approved laboratory and formal submission to the EPA program. TOTO's consistent WaterSense participation across its Georgia-assembled lineup reflects a brand-level commitment to water efficiency rather than certification being limited to a single showcase model.

At 1.28 GPF, a WaterSense-certified TOTO Drake II uses approximately 20 percent less water per flush than the federal minimum for new toilet installations (1.6 GPF). In a household with four people making five flushes per day each, the difference adds up to roughly 5,840 gallons of water saved per year compared to a 1.6 GPF toilet. In municipalities with tiered water pricing, this translates to a measurable reduction in annual utility costs.

For even greater water efficiency, the TOTO Aquia IV -- manufactured in Japan -- offers dual-flush capability at 1.0 / 0.8 GPF. That model is a good option for buyers in drought-prone markets or jurisdictions with aggressive water-efficiency mandates, provided they accept Japanese origin.

Our best EPA WaterSense toilets guide covers certified models across all major brands with MaP score comparisons.