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Stated attributes
Publicly stated commitments — not necessarily independently verified.
Clorox
Household/Personal CareHeadquartered in United States
The Clorox Company, a $7+ billion multinational manufacturer of household and professional cleaning products, has published detailed climate and packaging reduction goals as part of its IGNITE strategy, including a commitment to 100% renewable electricity for U.S. and Canada operations and net-zero emissions by 2050. However, the company is significantly underperforming on its packaging targets—achieving only 13% of a 50% virgin plastic and fiber reduction goal by 2030—and faces ongoing litigation over alleged deceptive claims regarding product recyclability and 'naturally derived' ingredient labeling. Labor practices are governed by a published Business Partner Code of Conduct aligned with International Labour Organization standards, though detailed audit results and supplier transparency remain limited.
- Renewable energy
- Net-zero target
- Sustainable packaging
- Waste reduction
- No forced labor
- No child labor
- Supplier code of conduct
- DEI policy
How Clorox scores
Three pillars, scored independently. Higher is better.
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Environmental45Likely fair
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Labor55Likely good
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Compliance35.3Likely fair
What Clorox does well
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Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment
Clorox has submitted greenhouse gas reduction targets to the Science Based Targets initiative, committing to emissions reductions aligned with climate science. This commitment is listed in the SBTi public registry.
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CDP climate disclosure participation
Clorox participates in CDP's annual climate disclosure program, publicly reporting its greenhouse gas emissions, climate risks, and reduction strategies. CDP participation is independently verified through the CDP platform.
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Published Supplier Code of Conduct
Clorox maintains and publicly discloses a Supplier Code of Conduct that sets baseline expectations for labor rights, environmental standards, and ethical business practices across its supply chain, as documented in its ESG reporting.
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Annual ESG/Sustainability Report publication
Clorox publishes an annual ESG report disclosing environmental, social, and governance metrics including emissions data, workforce diversity statistics, and supply chain practices, available on the company's investor relations website.
Controversies
Reported issues Leif found in public sources. Their presence lowers the rating.
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Cyberattack and operational disruption
In August 2023, Clorox disclosed a significant cyberattack that disrupted its manufacturing and business operations, leading to product shortages and a material impact on quarterly financial results. The company filed disclosures with the SEC acknowledging the breach and its operational consequences.
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Pine-Sol formulation and safety recall
In late 2022, Clorox issued a voluntary recall of certain Pine-Sol products due to potential contamination with Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, which can pose health risks to people with weakened immune systems. The recall affected millions of bottles sold across the United States.
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Greenwashing claims regarding cleaning products
Clorox faced FTC scrutiny and consumer advocacy attention in the early 2010s over marketing claims for its Green Works product line, which was advertised as a natural and environmentally friendly cleaner. Critics and advocacy groups questioned whether the product's formulation and marketing met the threshold for such claims.
The detail
Environment
Clorox publishes an annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report disclosing greenhouse gas emissions, energy use, water consumption, and packaging data. According to the company's 2023 ESG report, Clorox has stated goals around reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and increasing the use of recycled and recyclable packaging materials. The company has reported progress toward transitioning to renewable electricity in some operations and has disclosed water reduction targets. Clorox's products include chemical-based cleaning agents, which are subject to scrutiny regarding ingredient safety, wastewater impacts, and packaging waste.
Labor
Clorox publishes workforce diversity data and an EEO-1 summary as part of its annual ESG reporting, disclosing gender and racial composition of its workforce. The company maintains a Supplier Code of Conduct that outlines expectations for labor standards, including prohibitions on child and forced labor, across its supply chain. Clorox has disclosed OSHA recordable incident rates in its ESG reports and states it conducts supplier audits, though the scope and frequency of third-party audits are not fully detailed in public disclosures. The company's manufacturing operations are primarily based in the United States, with some international production.
Clorox products on Amazon
29 products from Clorox, sold on Amazon (US). Leif earns a commission on qualifying purchases.
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