Croda International Plc, commonly known as Croda, is a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1925, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. Croda is renowned for its innovative specialty chemicals, which serve diverse sectors including personal care, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture.
The company’s core products, such as surfactants and emulsifiers, are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability, aligning with modern environmental standards. Croda's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, earning recognition for its contributions to the development of eco-friendly solutions. With a rich history of growth and innovation, Croda continues to set benchmarks in the chemicals industry, driving advancements that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
+21 vs industry average
Croda’s score of 50 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Croda's reported carbon emissions
Croda, a chemicals company headquartered in GB, has reported significant progress in reducing its carbon emissions. In 2025, the company's total calculated emissions were approximately 1.45 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 100.4 million kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and approximately 16.0 million kg CO2e of Scope 2 emissions. Scope 3 emissions were the largest contributor, totalling approximately 1.33 billion kg CO2e. Croda has set ambitious climate commitments. Notably, the company is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2029, using 2018 as a baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Croda has a long-term ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. In addition to these overarching goals, Croda has also set specific targets for upstream Scope 3 emissions, aiming for a reduction of 13.5% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. For its own operations (Scope 1 and 2), the company aims for a reduction of 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions (both upstream and downstream) within the same timeframe. Croda has also made commitments related to deforestation, aiming for no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025.
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Croda’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
46.2% reduction in all scopes
By 2030, we will have achieved our SBTS, reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% from a 2018 baseline, in line with limiting global warmin…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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