Bic
Pens, lighters and shavers
Founded in France in 1945 by Marcel Bich. 40% owned by the Bich Family.

Overall

Owned FRA
Rating C-
About the Ratings
Societe Bic SA
FRA

Company Assessment

(Last updated Apr 2025)
Societe Bic SA
Praise
CDP Climate Change score of A-
In 2023, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change risk. Responding companies are scored across four key areas: disclosure; awareness; management; and leadership. This company received a CDP Climate Change score of A-.
Source: CDP (2023)
Criticism
Animal Testing
This company appears on PETA's (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, USA) 'Companies That Do Test On Animals' list, signifying that they manufacture products that are tested on animals at some stage of development.
Source: PETA (2022)
Information
Commitments claims
This company has corporate responsibility claims on its website under the headings Sustainable Development commitments, affordable products made to last, reducing environmental footprint, and contributing to education.
Ellen MacArthur Foundation member
This company is a member of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, whose stated mission is to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation works with business, government and academia to build a framework for an economy that is restorative and regenerative by design.
How2Recycle member
This company is a member of How2Recycle. The How2Recycle Label is a voluntary, standardized labeling system that clearly communicates recycling instructions to the public. It involves a coalition of forward thinking brands who want their packaging to be recycled and are empowering consumers through smart packaging labels. Companies must be a member of the program to use the How2Recycle Label.
CDP Water Security score of C
In 2023, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to manage and govern freshwater resources. Responding companies are scored on six key metrics: transparency; governance & strategy; measuring & monitoring; risk assessment; targets & goals; and value chain engagement. This company received a CDP Water Security score of C.
Source: CDP (2023)
Medium ESG Risk
Sustainalytics, a top ESG research firm, evaluates environmental, social, and governance risks for over 16,000 companies. Its ESG Risk Rating reflects how much risk a company faces in its industry and how well it manages those risks. The final score includes both unmanaged and unmanageable risks, and companies are rated on a scale from negligible (0-10) to severe (40+). This company received an ESG Risk Rating of 25.5, placing it in the "medium risk" category (retrieved April 2025).
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Company Details

Type:
Public company
Founded:
1945
Revenue:
2.2 billion EUR (2022)
Employees:
15,898 (2022)
Subsidiaries:
BIC Australia Pty Ltd
Stationary and shavers
BIC Australia manufactures products in three distinct market segments: stationery, lighters & shavers. Incorporated in 1953.

Contact Details

Address:
Clichy, France
Website:
www.bicworld.com

Products / Brands

Bic Australia
Bic Stationery
Bic Adhesives
Bic Correction
Bic Markers & Highlighters
Bic Pencils & Colouring
Bic Pens
Bic Shavers
Bic Mens Grooming
Bic Lighters & Matches
Bic BBQ Needs
Sheaffer Pens