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Church and Dwight Completes Purchase of TheraBreath®

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Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:CHD) has finalized the acquisition of TheraBreath®, the second-largest brand in the alcohol-free mouthwash category in the U.S. The $580 million cash transaction was initially announced on November 29, 2021. CEO Matthew T. Farrell emphasized the strategic importance of oral care, noting TheraBreath® will enhance the company's portfolio, which already includes well-known brands like ARM & HAMMER® and ORAJEL®. The acquisition positions CHD strongly within a growing market segment.

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  • Acquisition of TheraBreath® strengthens CHD's position in the oral care market.
  • TheraBreath® is a fast-growing brand, appealing to younger consumers with high brand loyalty.
  • The acquisition will support CHD's strategy to expand its portfolio of power brands, now totaling 14.
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EWING, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:CHD) has completed its previously announced acquisition of TheraBreath®, the #2 brand in the alcohol-free mouthwash category in the United States.

The transaction was completed under the original terms announced on November 29, 2021, which called for Church & Dwight to pay $580 million in cash at closing.

“Oral care is important to us strategically,” said Matthew T. Farrell, Church & Dwight Chief Executive Officer. “TheraBreath® will be the Company’s 14th power brand and represents a powerful addition to our existing oral care portfolio which includes ARM & HAMMER® toothpaste, SPINBRUSH® battery-operated toothbrushes, ORAJEL® oral analgesics and WATERPIK® water flossers. The TheraBreath® brand is a problem/solution product and one of the fastest growing brands in the mouthwash category. This acquisition gives Church and Dwight a strong position in a growing category with tailwinds as the brand skews towards younger consumers and consistently has a high level of brand loyalty and repeat purchase.”

Church & Dwight Co., Inc., founded in 1846, is the leading U.S. producer of sodium bicarbonate, popularly known as baking soda. The Company manufactures and markets a wide range of personal care, household and specialty products under recognized brand names such as ARM & HAMMER®, TROJAN®, OXICLEAN®, SPINBRUSH®, FIRST RESPONSE®, NAIR®, ORAJEL®, XTRA®, L’IL CRITTERS® and VITAFUSION®, BATISTE®, WATERPIK®, ZICAM®, FLAWLESS® and THERABREATH®. These 14 key brands represent approximately 85% of the Company’s product sales. For more information, visit the Company’s website.

Rick Dierker

Chief Financial Officer

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Source: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

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When did Church & Dwight acquire TheraBreath?

Church & Dwight completed the acquisition of TheraBreath on a date following the announcement on November 29, 2021.

What was the cost of the TheraBreath acquisition by Church & Dwight?

The acquisition cost Church & Dwight $580 million in cash.

How does the TheraBreath acquisition affect Church & Dwight's product portfolio?

The acquisition adds TheraBreath as the 14th power brand to Church & Dwight's existing oral care portfolio.

What is the significance of TheraBreath in the mouthwash market?

TheraBreath is the second-largest brand in the alcohol-free mouthwash category in the United States.

Who is the CEO of Church & Dwight?

The CEO of Church & Dwight is Matthew T. Farrell.

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