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100 years of improving lives

In 1925, our founders, entrepreneur George Crowe and chemist, Henry Dawe, embarked on a venture with little more than an idea, a vision and a belief in the power of innovation. Their idea was to make lanolin, which is formed by refining the natural grease of sheep's wool.

It is this partnership between science and nature, of sustainability and innovation – that has always been at the heart of Croda, throughout our centenary journey. One that has led us from being a small family firm to becoming the global business we are today.

Therefore, our evolved brand not only honours our amazing legacy, but also reflects the kind of business we have become, with an incredibly powerful Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™.

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First quarter 2026 sales in line with expectations

Croda International Plc (“Croda” or the “Group”) today provides an update on its sales performance in the first quarter of 2026 (the three months ended 31 March 2026).

2025 Annual Report

Explore Croda's performance, strategy and sustainability progress across recent reporting years.

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Croda commissions Guangzhou Hub to strengthen strategic growth and innovation in China

26 June 2026: Croda opens new Guangzhou hub, bringing together fragrance and beauty actives expertise to enhance customer collaboration and innovation across Asia.

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Croda strengthens premium beauty pipeline with next-generation skincare active Malvallin™

17 June 2026: Croda launches Malvallin™, a patent‑pending botanical active that supports skin firmness, hydration and resilience, meeting growing demand for preventative, premium skincare solutions.

Croda expands advanced drug delivery capabilities through NovoArc collaboration

15 June 2026: Croda expands advanced drug delivery capabilities through collaboration with NovoArc, enhancing lipid technologies for more stable and flexible therapeutic delivery.

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Croda launches Beauty of Zero™ to advance sustainable innovation in personal care

21 May 2026: Croda International Plc launches Beauty of Zero™, a new programme driving science-backed sustainability initiatives and innovation across the beauty industry.

Croda Supply Chain leader named Customer Service Professional of the Year

26 March 2026: Croda Supply Chain leader wins Customer Service Professional of the Year at the UK Customer Satisfaction Awards, recognising excellence in customer experience and service leadership.

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Our Purpose

Smart science to improve lives™

Our Purpose is to use Smart science to improve lives™, enabled by our distinctive values-led culture that governs how we work with one another and guides our relationships with all of our partners. We combine our knowledge, passion and entrepreneurial spirit to create, make and sell speciality ingredients that are relied on by industries and consumers everywhere.

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Croda commissions Guangzhou Hub to strengthen strategic growth and innovation in China

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First quarter 2026 sales in line with expectations

2025 Annual Report

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Croda commissions Guangzhou Hub to strengthen strategic growth and innovation in China

Croda strengthens premium beauty pipeline with next-generation skincare active Malvallin™

Croda expands advanced drug delivery capabilities through NovoArc collaboration

Croda launches Beauty of Zero™ to advance sustainable innovation in personal care

Croda Supply Chain leader named Customer Service Professional of the Year

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