Essity acquires feminine care business in Brazil

Hygiene and health company Essity has entered into an agreement to acquire Kenvue's feminine care business in Brazil, including the market-leading brands Carefree, Sempre Livre and o.b. The purchase price amounts to USD 284m (approximately SEK 2.7bn) on a cash and debt-free basis. The acquisition strengthens Essity's position as a market leader in feminine care in Latin America.

Aug 20, 2026 - 07:00
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Essity acquires feminine care business in Brazil
Hygiene and health company Essity has entered into an agreement to acquire Kenvue's feminine care business in Brazil, including the market-leading brands Carefree, Sempre Livre and o.b. The purchase price amounts to USD 284m (approximately SEK 2.7bn) on a cash and debt-free basis. The acquisition strengthens Essity's position as a market leader in feminine care in Latin America.

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