Hindustan Unilever : Unilever named industry leader in 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability Index
September 16, 2016 at 09:49 pm IST
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The DJSI is a globally recognised independent benchmark that assesses - and ranks - the economic, environmental and social performance of companies. It is the longest-running global sustainability benchmark system and has become a key reference point for investors and businesses alike.
This is the first year we have been included in Household and Personal Products as this is where Unilever now sits in MSCI and S&P's Global Industry Classification Standard. Previously we were in the Food Products sector within the Food, Beverage & Tobacco Industry Group, which we led for 15 years.
Jeff Seabright, Chief Sustainability Officer, says: 'We are proud to be awarded leadership status as first time members in the Household and Personal Products Industry Group. The result reflects the continued progress we are making in delivering the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan, driving long-term sustainable business growth and achieving our vision of making sustainable living commonplace.'
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Hindustan Unilever specializes in manufacturing and marketing of cleaning and food products. Net sales break down by family of products as follows:
- personal care products (46%): hair and skin care products, dental and deodorant products (brands Aviance, Dove, Sunsilk, Lux, Pond's, Axe, Rexona, Close Up, etc.);
- house cleaning and laundry care products (33.9%): soaps, dishwashing liquids, detergents, stain removers and cleaners (brands Active Wheel, Comfort, Cif, Sunlight, Vim, etc.);
- food products and beverages (18.8%): culinary products, sauces, oils and margarines (brands Knorr, Kissan, Annapurna, etc.), ice creams (Kwality Wall's), teas and coffees (brands 3 Roses, Red Label, Lipton, Bru, Taj Mahal);
- other (1.3%).
At the end of March 2019, the group had 28 production sites in India.
India accounts for 96% of net sales.