e based
on representative products from the
product portfolio evaluated against
comparable Colgate products across
seven impact areas to characterize
likely improvement in the sustainability
profile, based on review of quantitative
and qualitative data.
At a Glance
17. 3
Billion
Worldwide sales 2014
58.5%
Gross profit
margin 2014
72%
Improved sustainability
profile in 72% of
new products
(1)
40%
Approximately 40% of our
packaging materials by
weight globally come from
recycled sources
80%
Over 80% of our pulp
and paper is certified
or is in the process of
being certified as being
sourced from responsibly
managed forests