RECKITT BENCKISER (UK) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
21Very Poor
2.7vs last year
#4487 in UK
#68 in Property-related Goods And Services
#761 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
03982446
Registered Address
103-105 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3UH
Status
Active
Employee Count
239
Turnover
£102,655,000
EBITDA
£6,786,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
28 April 2000
Nature of Business
17220 - Manufacture of household and sanitary goods and of toilet requisites
Industries
Property-related Goods And Services
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
119 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:180 days
Max Contractual:180 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
2%
31-60 Days
12%
After 60 Days
86%
Not Paid Within Terms4%

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: 2025-07-23
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 202523 Jul 20251192%12%86%4%
01 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 202414 Jan 20251222%11%87%17%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20241296%10%85%15%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202328 Jul 20231263%10%87%18%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20221233%7%90%15%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202111 Feb 20221215%7%88%9%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202128 Jul 20211126%10%84%8%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20201184%9%87%19%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 201911212%9%79%13%

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

RB’s standard payment terms are that payment is made on the first working day after the end of the month in which falls the ninetieth (90) day after the date of the relevant invoice. We do have suppliers on payment terms which are different to the standard.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

The company has a policy to ensure that small suppliers are able to opt for a 30-day payment period. https://www.reckitt.com/sustainability/policies-and-reports/

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

180

Dispute Resolution Process

RB aims to resolve queries or disputes regarding invoices and payment as quickly as possible. In the first instance, suppliers should speak with their RB contact who can liaise with the Accounts Payable team. Alternatively, suppliers can contact the Accounts Payable team directly. When resolved, the invoice will be available for payment on the next standard payment run.

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

RECKITT BENCKISER (UK) LIMITED is a leading consumer goods company based in the United Kingdom. It was formed in 1999 through the merger of Reckitt & Colman plc and Benckiser NV.

The company's main focus is on manufacturing and distributing a wide range of household, health, and personal care products. Some of their well-known brands include Dettol, Lysol, Nurofen, and Durex. They also offer products for baby and child care, oral care, and nutrition.

In addition to their products, RECKITT BENCKISER (UK) LIMITED is dedicated to sustainability and has a strong sustainability program in place. They have set ambitious goals to reduce their environmental impact, such as achieving zero waste to landfill by 2025 and using 100% renewable electricity in their operations by 2030. They also prioritize responsible sourcing and have initiatives in place to improve the lives of their suppliers and workers.

The company's key people include Laxman Narasimhan, the CEO, and Rupert Bondy, the Chairman of the Board. They lead a team of over 40,000 employees worldwide.

For contact information, the company's website is www.rb.com and their registered office address is at 103-105 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3UH, United Kingdom. Overall, RECKITT BENCKISER (UK) LIMITED is committed to providing high-quality products and services while also striving towards a more sustainable future.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£8,000
Net Worth
£1,944,979,000
Total Current Assets
£31,064,000
Total Current Liabilities
£60,689,000

Company Location