The SEC classifies these issuers under “Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics” (SIC 2840). A shared code is a starting point for finding comparable businesses. Product mix, geography and customers can still differ substantially. Read the company descriptions before treating the group as direct competitors.
Align the reporting periods before comparing annual results. Companies with different year ends report different 12-month windows.
| Fiscal year end (SEC) | Companies |
|---|---|
| December 31 | CHD, ECL |
| June 30 | PG |
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Procter & Gamble makes household and personal-care brands such as Tide, Pampers, Gillette, and Crest. Its portfolio of everyday essentials gives it defensive demand and consistent dividend growth.
Church & Dwight makes household and personal-care products including Arm & Hammer and OxiClean.
Ecolab provides water treatment, cleaning, and hygiene products and services to businesses.
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