Household products
In 2025 Reckitt sold a 70% stake in its Essential Home portfolio to private equity investor Advent in a deal valued at US$4.8 billion.
Company Ownership
Essential Home
UK
Advent International Corporation
owns 70% of Essential Home
USA
Private equity firm
Founded in 1984, today they have US$32.2 billion in assets under management. Invests in mid-market companies in the Americas, Europe, and Japan.
Reckitt Benckiser PLC
owns 30% of Essential Home
UK
Consumer goods
Producer of health, hygiene and home products. Their products are available in some 200 countries. Acquired Boots Healthcare International in 2005 and SSL International (makers of Durex condoms) in 2010. Reckitt Benckiser rebranded as Reckitt in 2021.
Company Assessment
(Last updated Jan 2025)
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Essential Home
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Advent International Corporation
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0/20 in Social Benchmark
The 2024 Social Benchmark assesses the world's 2,000 most influential companies on their responsibility in meeting society's fundamental expectations towards three measurement areas: respecting human rights, providing decent work, and acting ethically. This company was assessed in 2022 and received a score of 0/20. The average score was an alarmingly low 4.6/20 and the highest score was 15.5/20.
2.1% in Financial System Benchmark
The 2025 Financial System Benchmark ranks 400 financial institutions across five distinct measurement areas: Strategy, governance and stewardship, Financing climate and nature protection and restoration, Environmental footprints, Inclusive finance and Responsible business conduct. This company ranked #325/400, with a total score of 2.1 out of 100. The average score was 12.2 and the highest score was 43.
10% in Gender Benchmark
In 2023 and 2024, the World Benchmarking Alliance assessed 2,000 companies on their efforts to drive gender equality and women's empowerment across their entire value chain. Companies are assessed on governance and strategy, representation, compensation and benefits, health and well-being, and violence and harassment. This company scored 10 out of 100. The average score was 15.3 and the highest score was 51.
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(2021)
Company Details
Founded:
2025
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United Kingdom
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Products / Brands
Essential Home
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Air Fresheners
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Drain Cleaners
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Kitchen & Oven Cleaners