Who owns Tom's of Maine?

Colgate-Palmolive

Tom's of Maine is owned by Colgate-Palmolive, which has held the brand since 2006. Acquired by Colgate-Palmolive in 2006.

Ownership source

Ownership at a glance

BrandTom's of Maine
Parent companyColgate-Palmolive
Owned since2006
Parent HQNew York, United States
Parent sectorOral care, personal care, home care
In our catalogNot stocked — we track the brand for reference only

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.