London, 26th February 2026– The Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) has announced Kimberly-Clark as a Corporate Partner.
Kimberly‑Clark, the global personal care company behind household brands including Huggies, Kleenex, Kotex and Andrex, has joined the Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) as a Corporate Partner - strengthening its commitment to scientific excellence, sustainable innovation and industry collaboration. Operating in more than 175 countries and supported by 28,000 employees, Kimberly‑Clark brings significant expertise to SCI’s community of leading scientists and innovators.
As part of a Corporate Partner cohort that includes GlaxoSmithKline, Croda and Unilever, Kimberly‑Clark will gain access to SCI’s globally recognised network, scientific insight, professional development opportunities and technical events. The partnership is designed to accelerate knowledge exchange, spark cross‑sector collaboration and open new pathways for innovation across the consumer and professional hygiene categories.
Dr Kirstie Cochrane, Director of Stakeholder Engagement at SCI, commented: “At SCI, our members are the heart and soul of a vibrant community, turning world‑leading science into everyday impact. Kimberly‑Clark is joining a group of organisations that are setting the standard and leading the conversation on science that drives meaningful change.”
Adrian Daniel, Vice President, Innovation and R&D, said “Our partnership with the Society of Chemical Industry is a powerful catalyst for our innovation agenda across the Family Care and Professional segment. By connecting Kimberly‑Clark with SCI’s vibrant community of scientists, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, we can accelerate breakthrough ideas, deepen our sustainability impact, and collaborate in ways that help us better serve the essential needs of people around the world. Together, we are building the networks and insights that will shape the next generation of innovation in our industry."
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About the Society of Chemical Industry
SCI is an independent, charitable learned society that helps bring science from the lab into industry quicker for the benefit of society.
SCI is a global network of innovators using science to tackle some of the big societal challenges of the day, across climate & planet and health & wellness. SCI brings together companies with $500bn in global sales and $30bn in scientific R&D; publishes nine peer reviewed journals, including the recently launched Sustainability journal; and convenes a broad range of technical and regional interest groups.
Through its mentoring and training programmes, SCI empowers future leaders in science and business.
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About Kimberley-Clark
Kimberly Clark (NYSE: KMB) and its trusted brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Fuelled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people’s most essential needs, we create products that help individuals experience more of what’s important to them. Our portfolio of brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, hold No. 1 or No. 2 share positions in approximately 70 countries. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build strong communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. We are proud to be recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the seventh year in a row and one of Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America in 2024. To keep up with the latest news and to learn more about the company’s more than 150 year history of innovation.
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