Parent company
Who owns PZ Cussons plc, and which brands does it own?
Last verified 13 September 2026Last updated 13 September 2026
Animal welfare record
PZ Cussons states that as a UK-based manufacturer it is obligated under EU regulations not to test products or use ingredients tested on animals. The company tests only on human volunteers as necessary for safety assurance and only in vitro microbiological assurance testing is conducted. They require manufacturers to comply with this policy irrespective of location.Company's own statement
Brands owned by PZ Cussons plc
Subsidiary companies
Sources
- PZ Cussons acquisition of Original Source brand in 2013Official registry
Supports: Original Source is recorded as having PZ Cussons plc as its parent since 2013.
Campaign Live · Accessed 13 September 2026
- PETA cruelty-free certification, parent testing stanceCompany's own statement
Supports: PZ Cussons states that as a UK-based manufacturer it is obligated under EU regulations not to test products or use ingredients tested on animals. The company tests only on human volunteers as necessary for safety assurance and only in vitro microbiological assurance testing is conducted. They require manufacturers to comply with this policy irrespective of location.
Original Source / PZ Cussons · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Ownership: Paterson Zochonis acquisition of Cussons in 1976Official registry
Supports: Imperial Leather is recorded as having PZ Cussons plc as its parent since 1976.
PZ Cussons plc · Accessed 13 September 2026