Parent company
Who owns Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, and which brands does it own?
Last verified 13 September 2026Last updated 13 September 2026
Animal welfare record
Reckitt Benckiser's stated position is that it conducts animal testing only when required by law or when ethically obliged to ensure safety and efficacy, particularly for infant nutrition products. The company states: "RB products must comply with the regulations in countries where they are marketed, and this may on limited occasions require animal studies to support the safety or efficacy of certain ingredients and/or products. It is our policy not to conduct or commission tests unless required by government agencies or where RB is ethically obliged to ensure the safety and efficacy of our infant nutrition products."Company's own statement
Brands owned by Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
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- Reckitt Benckiser testing practices and animal-derived ingredient useCompany's own statement
Supports: Reckitt Benckiser's stated position is that it conducts animal testing only when required by law or when ethically obliged to ensure safety and efficacy, particularly for infant nutrition products. The company states: "RB products must comply with the regulations in countries where they are marketed, and this may on limited occasions require animal studies to support the safety or efficacy of certain ingredients and/or products. It is our policy not to conduct or commission tests unless required by government agencies or where RB is ethically obliged to ensure the safety and efficacy of our infant nutrition products."
Vegan Rabbit · Accessed 13 September 2026
- Dettol ownership, brand history, and product typeOfficial registry
Supports: Dettol is recorded as having Reckitt Benckiser Group plc as its parent.
Wikipedia · Accessed 13 September 2026