Milbon Co., Ltd., a leading name in the hair care industry, is headquartered in Japan and has established a significant presence across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1965, Milbon has consistently innovated in professional hair care, focusing on products that cater to the needs of salons and stylists. The company is renowned for its premium hair treatments, styling products, and colour solutions, which are distinguished by their advanced formulations and commitment to quality. Milbon's dedication to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements including numerous awards for product excellence. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Milbon continues to set trends in the beauty industry, making it a trusted choice for professionals seeking effective and luxurious hair care solutions.
How does Milbon's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2024, Milbon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 243,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 240,860,000 kg CO2e. Within this, the largest categories were purchased goods and services (about 105,742,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 106,897,000 kg CO2e). Scope 1 emissions were reported at about 1,393,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,073,000 kg CO2e. Milbon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a focus on enhancing the supply of renewable energy and expanding these initiatives to overseas factories. The commitment reflects a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. In previous years, Milbon's emissions have shown variability, with 2023 emissions recorded at approximately 269,611,000 kg CO2e, and 2022 at about 217,492,000 kg CO2e. The company is actively working towards reducing its environmental impact through these initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in the beauty and cosmetics industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,205,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,707,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Milbon's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 24% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 44% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Milbon 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.

