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The Clorox Company
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJul 6, 2026
The Clorox Company

The Clorox Company

Public

Oakland-based Clorox Co. manufactures and markets consumer products including cleaning supplies, personal care, and food items.

HQ
Oakland, CA, US
Founded
1913
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Founded on May 3, 1913, by Archibald Taft, Edward Hughes, Charles Husband, Rufus Myers, and William Hussey, The Clorox Company is headquartered in Oakland, California. The company’s core mission is to champion people to be well and thrive every single day. Clorox manufactures and markets a wide range of consumer products, including household cleaning supplies, bleach, charcoal, cat litter, dressings and sauces, natural personal care items, and trash bags. Their market focus is primarily in North America and Latin American countries.

Notable affiliated people include Linda Rendle. Clorox is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol CLX and is a component of the S&P 500. Key achievements include over a century of operation and a strong global presence. The company has made a significant impact through its commitment to product safety, inclusion, diversity, equity, and allyship, fostering stronger teams and unlocking growth.

The Clorox Company - Products & Services

  • Tilex Mold & Mildew Remover logo

    Tilex Mold & Mildew Remover

    Tilex Mold & Mildew Remover is a bleach-based spray cleaner for removing mold and mildew stains from bathroom surfaces.

    Competing Products

    WD-40 Company logo

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The Clorox Company - Quick Facts

Who are The Clorox Company's competitors?

Companies similar to The Clorox Company include WD-40 Company, Kimberly-Clark, Henkel and Church & Dwight.

When was The Clorox Company founded?

The Clorox Company was founded in 1913.

Where is The Clorox Company's headquarters located?

The Clorox Company's headquarters is located in Oakland, CA, US.

How many employees does The Clorox Company have?

The Clorox Company has 8,700 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

The Clorox Company - Classification

Industry
  • Retail
Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Tags
  • Consumer
  • SaaS
Unique IDs
  • ein: 310595760
  • secCik: 0000021076
  • ticker: CLX
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325600Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing
  • 325610Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing
  • 325612Polish and Other Sanitation Good Manufacturing
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2842Specialty Cleaning, Polishing and Sanitation Preparations
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
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NAICS
  • 325100Basic Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325180Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2810Industrial Inorganic Chemicals
  • 2812Alkalies and Chlorine
  • 2890Miscellaneous Chemical Products
  • 2899Chemicals And Chemical Preparations, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 4000Railroad Transportation