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• Implementation of new organizational structure in the Consumer Brands business unit ahead of plan
• Continued strong organic sales performance at Adhesive Technologies
• Outlook for organic sales growth for Henkel in fiscal 2022 increased: +5.5 to +7.5 percent ‏(previously +4.5 to +6.5 percent)
• Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands well positioned for capturing future growth and profit opportunities
• Confirmation of mid- to long-term financial ambition

• Industry-wide unique innovation and customer center:
  • Key element of Corporate strategic framework for purposeful growth
  • Taking Adhesive Technologies´ innovation capabilities to the next level to expand leading position
• Driving innovation and collaboration with global customers:
  • Inspiring and digital working environment including 30 labs and 4 technology centers for over 650 employees
  • Presentation of the entire technology portfolio of adhesives, sealants and functional coatings and space for intensive collaboration with partners and customers
• Innovation focus on sustainability:
  • Growing portfolio for the reduction of CO₂ and for a circular economy
  • Intensive R&D into alternative formulations based on renewable or recycled raw materials and novel technologies such as ‚Debonding on Demand‘

The European Union’s MDR ‏(Medical Device Regulation) is ushering in a new era of supply chain transparency and higher standards of safety for products used in the healthcare sector. While welcome, the introduction of MDR presents challenges for hygiene product manufacturers whose products are now classified as medical devices. From end of May 2021, all incontinence products have been classified as “class 1 medical devices”, with products currently on the market requiring recertification by 2024. For many manufacturers, this process may require more stringent quality management and traceability for products and their component materials than previously. Yet, this transition needs not be burdensome: As a leading supplier to the healthcare and hygiene sectors, Henkel is helping its customers ensure their products are ready for MDR. This is particularly important, as adhesives are key components of hygiene products and highly relevant regarding this compliance.