/PRNewswire/ - For the fourth time in a row, Henkel has been recognized as sector leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) and the Dow Jones Sustainability Europe Index (DJSI Europe). Henkel took first place again in the Non-durable Household Products category and is the sole company of its sector in the DJSI World and DJSI Europe. The indices list corporations that follow the principles of sustainable development in their business operations. In North America, Henkel markets well-known consumer and industrial brands including Dial® soaps, Purex® laundry detergents, and Loctite® adhesives.

Only 10 percent of the world's largest corporations make the grade for selection in the DJSI World, a ranking that the agency SAM Indexes GmbH has compiled for over 10 years.

"We are absolutely delighted to have once again been so successful in this internationally renowned sustainability listing," says Kasper Rorsted, Chairman of the Henkel Management Board. "It shows that we do far more than just talk about sustainability - for us it is a principle that is utterly integral to our corporate philosophy and actions as a company. Sustainability is one of the salient features of Henkel. And we intend to further expand the leading role that we have assumed in this domain."

Henkel's performance in this field has repeatedly been judged as excellent by numerous national and international ranking agencies. At the last Davos economic forum, for example, "Corporate Knights" - a specialist magazine dedicated to sustainable development and corporate social responsibility - presented a list of the 100 most sustainable companies in the world. Henkel was the second best German company and took 11th position overall. This was followed in March by the company's inclusion in the list of the World's Most Ethical Companies. That ranking, prepared by the U.S. Ethisphere Institute, recognizes companies from around the world for their exemplary ethical corporate governance and commitment to sustainable development. Henkel is the only company headquartered in Germany to be listed in the World's Most Ethical Companies.

Henkel also provides extensive information on sustainability and corporate social responsibility, plus all the relevant rankings and ratings, on its website www.henkel.com/sustainability.

Henkel in North America:
Henkel markets a wide range of well-known consumer and industrial brands in North America, including Dial® soaps, Purex® laundry detergents, Right Guard® antiperspirants, got2b® hair gels, and Loctite® adhesives. Visit www.henkelna.com for more information.

Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in three business areas: Laundry & Home Care, Cosmetics/Toiletries and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in 1876, Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs about 50,000 people and reported sales of 13,573 million euros and adjusted operating profit of 1,364 million euros in fiscal 2009. Henkel's preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX and the company ranks among the Fortune Global 500.

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About Henkel in North America
In North America, Henkel operates across its three business units: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Laundry & Home Care. Its portfolio of well-known consumer and industrial brands includes Schwarzkopf® hair care, Dial® soaps, Right Guard® antiperspirants, Persil®, Purex®, and all® laundry detergents, Snuggle® fabric softeners as well as Loctite®, Technomelt® and Bonderite® adhesives. With sales of around 6 billion US dollars (5 billion euros) in 2019, North America accounts for 26 percent of the company’s global sales. Henkel employs approximately 9,000 people across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.henkel-northamerica.com, and on Twitter @Henkel_NA.

About Henkel
Henkel operates globally with a well-balanced and diversified portfolio. The company holds leading positions with its three business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies. Henkel Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the adhesives market – across all industry segments worldwide. In its Laundry & Home Care and Beauty Care businesses, Henkel holds leading positions in many markets and categories around the world. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 140 years of success. In 2019, Henkel reported sales of more than 20 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of more than 3.2 billion euros. Henkel employs more than 52,000 people globally – a passionate and highly diverse team, united by a strong company culture, a common purpose to create sustainable value, and shared values. As a recognized leader in sustainability, Henkel holds top positions in many international indices and rankings. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. For more information, please visit www.henkel.com.

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