Who Owns Durex?
Durex is owned by Reckitt, a British multinational consumer goods company listed on the London Stock Exchange under ticker RKT. Reckitt acquired Durex through its $3.7 billion purchase of SSL International in 2010. Reckitt is headquartered in Slough, Berkshire, England.
Parent Company
Reckitt
Acquired
2010
Status
Publicly Traded
Headquarters
Slough, Berkshire, England
Who Owns Durex?
- Parent Company: Reckitt
- Ownership Type: Wholly owned
- Acquisition Year: 2010
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock Ticker: LSE: RKT
| Brand | Parent Company | Ownership Type |
|---|---|---|
| Durex | Reckitt | Wholly owned |
History of Durex
- Founded: 1929
- Founders: London Rubber Company
- Acquired by Reckitt: 2010
Durex was founded in 1929 by the London Rubber Company as a condom brand. The name derives from "Durability, Reliability, and Excellence." The London Rubber Company grew Durex into one of the UK's most recognized consumer health brands over the mid-20th century.
SSL International plc acquired the Durex brand as part of its formation and growth through UK healthcare consolidation. Under SSL, Durex expanded aggressively into international markets and extended its product range beyond condoms to include lubricants and personal care products.
Reckitt's 2010 acquisition of SSL brought Durex into its health portfolio alongside Nurofen, Strepsils, and other OTC health brands. Under Reckitt's ownership, Durex has been positioned as part of the company's intimate wellness portfolio.
About Reckitt
British multinational consumer goods company that owns leading health, hygiene, and nutrition brands including Lysol, Dettol, Enfamil, Nurofen, and Durex.
- Founded: 1999
- Headquarters: Slough, England, UK
- Company Type: Publicly Traded
- Stock: LSE: RKT
- Revenue: £14.6B (FY2024)
- Employees: ~40,000
Where Is Durex Made / Based?
- Headquarters: Slough, Berkshire, England
- Manufacturing / Operations: India, China, United Kingdom, Thailand
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