SYNGENTA LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
36Poor
3.1vs last year
#4173 in UK
#110 in Environment
#708 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
02710846
Registered Address
Syngenta, Jealott's Hill International Research Centre, Bracknell, Berkshire, United Kingdom, RG42 6EY
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,819
Turnover
£583,000,000
EBITDA
£194,000,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 April 1992
Nature of Business
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Environment,Agriculture And Waste
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
73 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
18%
31-60 Days
18%
After 60 Days
64%
Not Paid Within Terms8%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202525 Jul 20257318%18%64%8%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202421 Jan 20257119%20%61%6%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202423 Jul 20246921%21%57%7%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202328 Jul 20236226%29%45%12%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202222 Jul 20226122%33%45%8%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202130 Jan 20226223%36%41%11%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202029 Jan 20215134%36%30%15%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20193564%26%10%38%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201831 Jan 20193470%20%10%26%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201820 Jul 20182487%10%3%44%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Syngenta has various payment terms the most common of which is 90 days following the receipt of the invoice.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

120

Dispute Resolution Process

The main point of contact for the vendor with queries or disputes is the Syngenta Accounts Payable Service Desk.  Disputes are resolved either by the Syngenta Accounts Payable Services Desk or by the Syngenta supplier contact. Syngenta predominantly follow a strictly no purchase order no pay policy. Any non-compliant invoices are returned to the vendor by e-mail by the Syngenta Accounts Payable Services Desk with the invoice number and reason for rejection.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

SYNGENTA LIMITED is a global agricultural company that operates in over 100 countries, providing innovative solutions and technologies to help farmers grow crops more efficiently and sustainably. The company was formed in 2000 through the merger of Novartis Agribusiness and Zeneca Agrochemicals.

The company's sustainability program, called Good Growth Plan, aims to increase productivity while lowering the environmental impact of farming. It focuses on six key areas: making crops more efficient, rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity, empowering smallholder farmers, promoting safe and responsible use of products, and tackling climate change.

In terms of products and services, SYNGENTA LIMITED offers a wide range of seeds, crop protection products, and digital tools to support farmers in their operations. These include herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and seed treatments designed to protect crops from diseases, pests, and weeds. The company also provides agronomic advice and training to help farmers achieve the best results.

Key people at SYNGENTA LIMITED include the CEO, Erik Fyrwald, who has over 35 years of experience in the agricultural industry. The company's board of directors is composed of individuals with diverse backgrounds and expertise in areas such as finance, sustainability, and technology.

For more information on SYNGENTA LIMITED and its products and services, you can visit their website at www.syngenta.com. The company's registered office address is at 30 Tanjong Pagar Road, #06-01, Singapore 088453.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£0
Net Worth
£626,000,000
Total Current Assets
£408,000,000
Total Current Liabilities
£192,000,000

Company Location