Who owns Tom's of Maine?
Tom's of Maine is owned by Colgate-Palmolive, which has held the brand since 2006. Acquired by Colgate-Palmolive in 2006.
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Colgate-Palmolive's ethics record
Tom's of Maine and Hello are Leaping Bunny certified; the parent group is not. Colgate has recyclable-tube commitments and reports on palm-oil traceability.
Other brands Colgate-Palmolive owns
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Who owns Tom's of Maine? FAQs
Who owns Tom's of Maine?+
Tom's of Maine is owned by Colgate-Palmolive, which has held the brand since 2006. Colgate-Palmolive owns Colgate, Palmolive, Hill's Pet Nutrition and the natural-positioned brands Tom's of Maine and Hello.
When did Colgate-Palmolive buy Tom's of Maine?+
Colgate-Palmolive has owned Tom's of Maine since 2006.
Does the parent company change whether Tom's of Maine is ethical?+
It changes where your money ends up. Certifications like Leaping Bunny and B Corp are audited at brand level, so Tom's of Maine can hold marks its parent does not — but group-level policies on animal testing, sourcing and lobbying still apply to the profits.
What other brands does Colgate-Palmolive own?+
In our database, Colgate-Palmolive also owns Colgate, Hello Products, Palmolive.