United Guardian Inc (UG) — SEC Filings
United Guardian Inc (UG) — 27 SEC filings. Latest: 8-K (May 8, 2026). Includes 16 8-K, 6 10-Q, 3 10-K.
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Overview
United Guardian Inc (UG) is a publicly traded company tracked on ReadTheFiling. The most recent enriched filing is a 10-K filed on Mar 27, 2026: UNITED GUARDIAN INC (UG) reported a significant shift in its revenue streams for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. Sales of cosmetic ingredients plummeted to approximately 29% of total sales in 2025, a sharp decline from 45% in 2024, indicating a substantial decrease in this segment's contrib
Sentiment Summary
Across 27 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 2 bearish, 24 neutral, 1 mixed. The dominant filing sentiment for United Guardian Inc is neutral.
Filing Type Overview
United Guardian Inc (UG) has filed 16 8-K, 3 10-K, 6 10-Q, 2 DEF 14A with the SEC between Jan 2024 to May 2026.
Filings by Year
Recent SEC Filings (27)
Risk Profile
Risk Assessment: Of UG's 23 recent filings, 2 were flagged as high-risk, 4 as medium-risk, and 17 as low-risk. The overall risk profile suggests relatively low risk with generally favorable filings.
Key Executives
- Dr. Alfred R. Globus
- President
Industry Context
The specialty ingredients market, particularly for cosmetics and personal care, is increasingly driven by consumer demand for natural, sustainable, and preservative-free products. Companies are investing in R&D to meet these evolving preferences and obtain certifications like COSMOS. The sexual wellness market is also experiencing growth, with new entrants and established players seeking to capture market share through innovative product offerings.
Top Tags
8-K (5) · disclosure (4) · financials (4) · financial-reporting (4) · Pharmaceuticals (3) · 8-k (3) · corporate-governance (3) · Specialty Chemicals (2) · Cosmetic Ingredients (2) · 10-Q (2)
Key Numbers
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic Ingredients Sales Percentage | 29% | Percentage of total sales for the year ended December 31, 2025, down from 45% in 2024. |
| Common Stock Closing Price | $8.00 | Price per share used to compute market value of non-affiliate equity as of June 30, 2025. |
| Founding Year | 1942 | Year United International Research, Inc. (predecessor entity) was founded. |
| New Distribution Agreement Date | 2026-01 | Month and year UNITED GUARDIAN INC entered into a new distribution agreement with Brenntag Specialties. |
| Net sales for Q3 2025 | $2,264,261 | 26.0% decrease from $3,060,113 in Q3 2024 |
| Net sales for nine months 2025 | $7,583,613 | 21.9% decrease from $9,705,262 in nine months 2024 |
| Net income for Q3 2025 | $268,441 | 69.0% decrease from $865,484 in Q3 2024 |
| Net income for nine months 2025 | $1,456,162 | 47.0% decrease from $2,747,151 in nine months 2024 |
| Earnings per common share for Q3 2025 | $0.06 | Decreased from $0.19 in Q3 2024 |
| Earnings per common share for nine months 2025 | $0.32 | Decreased from $0.60 in nine months 2024 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at September 30, 2025 | $860,836 | Decreased from $1,875,655 at December 31, 2024 |
| Retaliatory tariff rate by China | 10% | Maintained until November 10, 2025 |
| Expected manufacturing start for Natrajel | 2026 | Delayed from 2025 |
| Dividends paid for nine months 2025 | $2,766,720 | Slight increase from $2,756,323 in nine months 2024 despite lower income |
| Net Loss | $1,000 | for the three months ended June 30, 2025, a decline from net income in the prior year. |
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What are the latest SEC filings for United Guardian Inc (UG)?
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Across 27 filings, the sentiment breakdown is: 2 bearish, 24 neutral, 1 mixed. The dominant sentiment is neutral.
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Who are the key executives at United Guardian Inc?
Key executives identified across United Guardian Inc's filings include Dr. Alfred R. Globus, President.
What are the main risk factors for United Guardian Inc stock?
Of UG's 23 assessed filings, 2 were flagged high-risk, 4 medium-risk, and 17 low-risk.
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