Croda International Plc is a leading UK-based chemical company with a strong focus on ESG practices. With an ESG score of 18.5, the company is considered low risk in the industry. Croda operates in three main segments: consumer care, life sciences, and industrial specialties. The consumer care division specializes in producing ingredients for cosmetics, skincare, haircare, flavors, and fragrances. The life sciences segment focuses on healthcare and agrochemical products. Croda recently streamlined its operations by selling off most of its industrial businesses to Cargill, maintaining only a subsegment that supports the other two segments.