Innovation

Discover how Colgate-Palmolive drives growth through innovation and embraces the highest standards of quality.

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Ways We Innovate

How we’re driving progress towards a healthier future.

Product Innovation

Creating trusted, effective products for healthier smiles, homes, and lives. We're constantly innovating to meet the evolving needs of consumers everywhere.

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Digital, Data & Analytics

The power of technology and data is transforming the way Colgate-Palmolive People work, how we do business and the way people interact with our products.

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Sustainability

Sustainability is critically important to our overall business and growth strategy and our 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy is focused on three key ambitions — driving social impact, helping millions of homes and preserving our environment.

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Responsible Design

Our products are made at Colgate-Palmolive facilities that are increasing energy and water efficiency, driving towards zero waste, striving for no workplace accidents, and adhering to ethical labor practices.*

 

*Our Responsibly Made claim applies to all Colgate-Palmolive owned and operated facilities. Aspects related to Sustainable & Safe Ingredients, Responsible Sourcing, Sustainable Packaging and more can be found on our sustainability page.

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Reimagining Healthier Futures Through Innovation

Oral Health

Our innovative team is shaping the future of oral care with innovative, science-backed products. Developed through dental professional collaboration, they deliver solutions for preventative and specialized oral care needs.

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Skin Health

We’re pioneering skin health through cutting-edge science and collaborative expertise. Our expert-crafted formulations are designed to protect and nourish your skin with personalized solutions.

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Pet Health

We’re advancing pet nutrition through breakthrough scientific innovation and dedicated veterinary collaboration. Our category-leading foods, always crafted with care, promote your pet's lifelong wellbeing.

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Innovation at a Glance

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Clinical Trials & Innovation

Our clinical trials portal is where you can sign up to be notified if you qualify for an upcoming clinical trial. And the Colgate-Palmolive open innovation submission portal is where you can submit your ideas and innovations to our strategic challenges.

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About Colgate-Palmolive

Building a Healthier Tomorrow

We strive for a brighter tomorrow for all people, their pets and our planet.

Who we are
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Impact

Making a World of Difference

Impacting lives, protecting our planet, building a sustainable future for all.

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Careers

Design How You Shine

Join our team and help us create a healthier future for all.

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Your Questions, Answered

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