RB UK COMMERCIAL LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
39Poor
1.4vs last year
#4138 in UK
#196 in Distribution And Delivery
#697 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
08784077
Registered Address
103-105 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3UH
Status
Active
Employee Count
356
Turnover
£538,273,000
EBITDA
-£179,872,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
20 November 2013
Nature of Business
46460 - Wholesale of pharmaceutical goods
46499 - Wholesale of household goods (other than musical instruments) not elsewhere classified
Industries
Distribution And Delivery, Healthcare And Wellbeing, Manufacturing, Primary Care, Property-related Goods And Services, Safety And Security, Supply Chain, Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
South East

Time to Pay

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

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
20%
31-60 Days
47%
After 60 Days
33%
Not Paid Within Terms17%

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 20257120%47%33%17%
01 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 202414 Jan 20257523%40%37%20%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20236821%47%32%19%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202228 Jul 20225836%35%29%15%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20208832%27%42%24%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201929 Jan 20206530%33%37%16%

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

RB UK COMMERCIAL LIMITED is a leading consumer goods company that focuses on creating innovative and sustainable products for their customers. They have a strong commitment to sustainability and have implemented various programs to reduce their environmental impact.

Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as reducing carbon emissions, using renewable energy sources, and promoting recycling and waste reduction. They also strive to ensure the responsible sourcing of their materials and promote ethical and fair labor practices.

RB UK COMMERCIAL LIMITED offers a wide range of products across various categories such as health, hygiene, and home. Their well-known brands include Dettol, Lysol, Vanish, and Air Wick. These products are designed to improve the lives of their consumers while also being environmentally friendly.

The company is led by a team of experienced and dedicated individuals, including their CEO, Laxman Narasimhan. They are committed to driving the company towards sustainable growth and making a positive impact on society.

For more information about RB UK COMMERCIAL LIMITED and their products, customers can visit their website at www.rb.com. Their registered office address is 103-105 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3UH, United Kingdom.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£49,000
Net Worth
£1,151,395,000
Total Current Assets
£112,341,000
Total Current Liabilities
£541,903,000

Company Location