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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
US
updated 8 months ago

Chattem, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Chattem, Inc., a prominent player in the consumer healthcare industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1879, the company has established itself as a leader in the development and marketing of over-the-counter (OTC) products, particularly in the areas of pain relief, skin care, and dietary supplements. With a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Gold Bond, Icy Hot, and Benadryl, Chattem distinguishes itself through innovative formulations and a commitment to quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Sanofi in 2010, which has further strengthened its market position. Operating primarily in North America, Chattem continues to expand its reach, delivering trusted solutions that enhance the health and well-being of consumers.

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100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

31

Industry Benchmark

Chattem, Inc.'s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

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Chattem, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sanofi

Chattem, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Sanofi, which influences its climate commitments and reporting practices. While no direct emissions data is available for Chattem, Inc., it inherits climate initiatives and targets from its parent company, Sanofi. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and commitments to renewable energy through the RE100 initiative. These initiatives aim to align with global climate goals and promote sustainability within the industry. Chattem, Inc. is expected to adhere to the climate strategies and reduction targets set forth by Sanofi, which are designed to mitigate environmental impact and enhance corporate responsibility. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Chattem, Inc. have not been disclosed. In summary, while Chattem, Inc. does not provide its own emissions data, it is part of a broader corporate family that is actively engaged in climate commitments through Sanofi's established initiatives.

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Scope 1
545,114,000
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00,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 2
677,549,000
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000,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Chattem, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chattem, Inc.'s primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Chattem, Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Chattem, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Chattem, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Chattem, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 40% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
69%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
5%
Capital Goods
5%
Business Travel
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Employee Commuting
3%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Investments
<1%

Chattem, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Chattem, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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