P&G has invested significantly in developing and validating alternative testing methods, such as in vitro and computational models, to reduce the need for animal testing. The company also works closely with animal welfare organizations and regulators to ensure that its animal testing practices meet the highest ethical standards.
In 2019, P&G announced a new commitment to eliminate animal testing for finished products and ingredients by 2023. The company is making progress towards this goal by investing in alternative testing methods, working with suppliers to ensure that they do not conduct animal testing, and advocating for regulatory changes that reduce the need for animal testing.
Here are some specific examples of P&G's efforts to reduce and eliminate animal testing:
* In 2019, P&G launched a $5 million research program to develop and validate alternative testing methods for skin irritation and sensitization.
* P&G is working with suppliers to ensure that they do not conduct animal testing on any of the ingredients that they supply to P&G.
* P&G is advocating for regulatory changes that reduce the need for animal testing, such as the adoption of new in vitro test methods.
P&G's commitment to reducing and eliminating animal testing is part of the company's broader commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. The company believes that it is possible to develop safe and effective products without resorting to animal testing, and it is working towards a day when animal testing is no longer necessary.