Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Irving, United States

Kimberly-Clark Corporation is an American multinational corporation that produces paper-based consumer products, including well-known brands such as Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, and Cottonelle. The company focuses on innovation in hygiene and personal care products, committed to sustainability and improving lives through its products.

CCI Score

-25.82

0.03% May 3

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Kimberly-Clark Political Contributions and Lobbying Revealed

Data from OpenSecrets shows that during the 2024 election cycle, Kimberly-Clark Corporation made political contributions totaling $55,018 and spent $990,000 on lobbying. This financial engagement, documented by multiple government agencies on February 2025, reflects the company's active role in political processes.

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Kimberly-Clark Corporation is currently rated as an Accomplice.

-20 to -29 CCI Score

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Latest Events

FEB

19

2025

Kimberly-Clark Political Contributions and Lobbying Revealed
-29.41

Data from OpenSecrets shows that during the 2024 election cycle, Kimberly-Clark Corporation made political contributions totaling $55,018 and spent $990,000 on lobbying. This financial engagement, documented by multiple government agencies on February 2025, reflects the company's active role in political processes.
-30

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

April 22

The reported lobbying expenditure of $990,000, combined with political contributions, suggests that Kimberly-Clark is actively engaging in political influence. Such engagement tends to favor corporate interests and can undermine democratic accountability, aligning with authoritarian tendencies. This involvement is rated negatively from an anti-fascist perspective.

Kimberly-Clark Corp Profile: Summary
FEB

06

2025

Kimberly-Clark Political Contributions Profile (2024 Election Cycle)
-19.53

An OpenSecrets profile reveals the political contributions issued by Kimberly-Clark during the 2024 election cycle, with data released on February 06, 2025, that lists the recipients of these donations.
-20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

April 22

The OpenSecrets profile discloses Kimberly-Clark's political contributions for the 2024 cycle. Corporate donations of this scale can influence political processes and, without clear accountability or indications that the funds are directed solely toward progressive or anti-authoritarian candidates, may indirectly support entrenched power structures that risk authoritarian outcomes.

Kimberly-Clark Corp Profile: Recipients
JAN

01

2023

Disclosure of Lobbying Activities in 2023
-23.75

In its 2023 government relations disclosure, Kimberly-Clark Corporation reported spending $930,000 on federal lobbying activities. The report explains that the company does not use corporate funds for political contributions or to sponsor a PAC and complies fully with U.S. lobbying disclosure laws by filing regular reports, demonstrating transparency in its political engagement.
-30

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

April 22

While Kimberly-Clark's transparent disclosure of its $930,000 federal lobbying expenditure reflects adherence to regulatory requirements and a commitment to transparency, the use of lobbying resources to influence public policy in favor of corporate priorities highlights an ongoing engagement in shaping political outcomes. This political activity, even when disclosed openly, can contribute to corporate influence in policymaking, which from an anti-fascist perspective represents a moderate negative impact by prioritizing business interests over broader societal equity.

PDF Government Relations and Political Activity Disclosure - Kimberly-Clark
JAN

01

2023

Disclosure of Political Contributions and Government Relations Practices
15.83

Kimberly-Clark’s website outlines its Government Relations and Political Activity practices. The company describes its nonpartisan approach in engaging with U.S. and foreign governments, working through industry associations, and maintaining strict adherence to legal, ethical, and anti-corruption standards in its political contributions process. It also clarifies that while employees may participate in political activity on their own, company-sponsored contributions are subject to rigorous compliance reviews.
+20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

April 22

The disclosure reflects a commitment to ethical political engagement. Kimberly-Clark emphasizes a nonpartisan stance and strict adherence to legal and compliance standards in its political contributions and government relations activities. This transparency and adherence to high ethical standards mitigate risks of indirectly supporting authoritarian or fascist agendas, thus warranting a moderately positive score.

Political Contributions
AUG

01

2022

Kimberly-Clark Faces Lawsuit Over Supplier Forced Labor Allegations
-34.16

Thirteen former Bangladeshi Malaysian plant workers have filed a lawsuit against Kimberly-Clark, alleging forced labor, wage theft, and abuse at a supplier facility (Brightway) in Malaysia. The lawsuit claims that the supplier imposed 12‐hour shifts, restricted access to essential resources, and engaged in both physical and verbal abuse. While Kimberly-Clark has stated that it ceased its business relationship with the supplier in 2021 and filed a motion to dismiss the case as unfounded, the allegations raise serious concerns about its supply chain ethics and labor-related practices.
-40

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

April 22

The lawsuit alleges severe labor abuses including forced labor, long working hours, wage theft, and restricted access to food and water at a supplier facility linked to Kimberly-Clark. Such allegations, if verified, underscore significant failures in upholding human rights and equitable labor practices.

Malaysia: Kimberly-Clark sued over alleged abuse by supplier; incl. co. statement
-50

Supply Chain Ethics

April 22

The allegations highlight major concerns regarding supply chain ethics as Kimberly-Clark is accused of benefiting from a supplier engaged in forced labor practices. Despite its claim of having terminated the relationship in 2021, the longstanding association with a supplier accused of severe human rights violations significantly undermines its ethical sourcing standards.

Malaysia: Kimberly-Clark sued over alleged abuse by supplier; incl. co. statement
DEC

01

2021

Forced Labor Allegations in Kimberly-Clark's Supply Chain
-63.92

A legal complaint alleges that Kimberly-Clark, through its long-term relationship with supplier Brightway Group, knowingly benefited from forced labor and trafficking conditions. Despite repeated warnings about labor abuses, the company failed to take effective remedial action until compelled by U.S. Customs and Border Protection measures.
-90

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

April 22

The case documents serious labor rights violations where Kimberly-Clark was aware of forced labor and trafficking in its supply chain but did not take timely action to protect workers. This inaction directly supports exploitative practices and contributes to human rights abuses.

Md. Mia et al. v. Kimberly Clark Corp. et al — IRAadvocates
-90

Supply Chain Ethics

April 22

Kimberly-Clark maintained a long-term contractual relationship with Brightway Group despite clear evidence of forced labor practices, thereby directly benefiting from unethical supply chain practices. This negligence reflects a severe breach in supply chain ethics.

Md. Mia et al. v. Kimberly Clark Corp. et al — IRAadvocates