Hindustan Unilever

Indian consumer goods company

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Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is an Indian consumer goods company headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It is a subsidiary of Unilever, a British company. HUL's products include foods, beverages, cleaning agents, personal care products, water purifiers, and other fast-moving consumer goods.

History

Hindustan Unilever was established in 1933 as Lever Brothers India Limited. It was renamed Hindustan Lever Limited in 1956 following a merger of constituent groups. The company was renamed Hindustan Unilever Limited in 2007 to align with its global parent company, Unilever.

Operations

Hindustan Unilever operates in various segments, including personal care, home care, and foods and refreshments. The company has a wide distribution network across India, reaching both urban and rural markets.

Personal Care

HUL's personal care segment includes products such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, and skincare items. Popular brands include Dove, Lux, Lifebuoy, and Pond's.

Home Care

The home care segment offers products like detergents, fabric softeners, and household cleaners. Brands such as Surf Excel, Rin, and Vim are part of this category.

Foods and Refreshments

HUL's foods and refreshments segment includes tea, coffee, ice cream, and culinary products. Brands like Brooke Bond, Lipton, Kwality Wall's, and Kissan are well-known in this category.

Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility

Hindustan Unilever is committed to sustainable business practices and corporate social responsibility. The company has initiatives focused on water conservation, waste management, and improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. HUL's "Project Shakti" empowers rural women by providing them with opportunities to become micro-entrepreneurs.

Leadership

HUL is led by a board of directors and a management team responsible for the company's strategic direction and operations. The leadership team focuses on driving growth, innovation, and sustainability.

Awards and Recognition

Hindustan Unilever has received numerous awards for its business practices, sustainability efforts, and brand strength. It is consistently ranked among the top companies in India for its corporate governance and social responsibility initiatives.

Related Pages

• Unilever
• Fast-moving consumer goods
• List of companies of India

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