Colgate-Palmolive India reported a Q2 net profit of ₹328 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, down 17% year-on-year, with net sales at ₹1,507 crore, down 6.3% YoY but up 6.1% sequentially. The decline was mainly due to temporary disruptions at distributors and retailers following the GST rate cut on oral care products from 18% to 5%.
Despite the challenging environment, the company maintained resilient margins through its “Funding The Growth” program and strong brand investments. Premium products like Colgate Visible White Purple continued to show growth. New launches included Palmolive’s “Moments” body wash range and the Colgate Strong Teeth “CAVITY-PROOF” campaign for children.
Corporate updates included the appointment of Jaikishan Shah as Compliance Officer. Colgate-Palmolive India expects gradual recovery in the second half while sustaining investments in brand equity and long-term growth.