P&G Professional

What P&G Professional does

P&G Professional (P&G PRO) is the away-from-home commercial cleaning division of Procter & Gamble, headquartered at 1 P&G Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded as a distinct unit in 1988 and operating as a private division of the publicly traded parent (NYSE: PG), P&G PRO adapts P&G's consumer brands into professional-grade cleaning, degreasing, disinfecting, laundry, and paper products for commercial buyers. The company serves foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, janitorial/building service contracting, food/drug/mass retail, convenience stores, education, long-term care, salon/spa, and auto/mechanical customers across the United States, Canada, and 25+ European countries.

The core technology consists of proprietary cleaning formulations developed by more than 500 P&G scientists and professionals, including Dawn PRO grease-fighting suds, Tide PRO coldwater and linen-extending laundry chemistry, Febreze Professional's patented odor-binding technology, Spic and Span's EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants, and the Tytro Pro dilution system for accurate chemical dispensing. Sub-brands include Dawn PRO, Tide PRO, Mr. Clean PRO, Charmin PRO, Bounty, Febreze Professional, Swiffer Professional, Spic and Span, Comet, Cascade PRO, Downy Professional, Safeguard, P&G Pro Line, Clean Quick, and Luster Professional.

P&G PRO generates revenue by selling chemical and paper consumables (plus warewashing equipment and dilution systems) to commercial buyers through a network of 20+ named commercial distributors and major retail channels including Amazon, Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, Costco, Sam's Club, Staples, and MSC Industrial. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and operates on negotiated or quote-based terms. A non-commissioned field service organization provides installation, preventative maintenance, emergency support, and regulatory compliance assistance nationwide on a 24/7/365 basis, supported by free training infrastructure (P&G PRO University, GHS training, cleaning procedure guides) and a member registration portal offering rebates, samples, and educational content.

Name

P&G Professional

Legal name

Procter & Gamble

Website

https://pgpro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1837

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

P&G Professional is the away-from-home commercial cleaning division of Procter & Gamble, providing professional-grade cleaning products, warewashing equipment, and 24/7 non-commissioned field service to foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, janitorial, and retail businesses across North America and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Cleaning Products

NAICS

Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing (32561)

SIC

Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840), Papers & Allied Products (2600)

akta.pro primary industry

Laundry Detergents & Boosters (Liquid/Powder/PODS, Enzymes, Bleach Alternatives) (CRADAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Napkins, Tableware & Foodservice Disposables (Plates, Cups, Cutlery) (CRADALAD), Hand Sanitizers & Antibacterial Personal Care (CRADANAI), Home Care Tools & Consumables (Sponges, Wipes, Brushes, Gloves, Mop Refills) (CRADAKAM)

Keywords

• Commercial cleaning products
• Professional laundry detergents
• Industrial dishwashing supplies
• Facility sanitization solutions
• Warewashing equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Commercial Cleaning Products: P&G PRO generates revenue by selling professional-grade commercial cleaning products (detergents, degreasers, disinfectants, laundry detergents, paper products, hand hygiene products, floor care) to away-from-home businesses through commercial distributors and retail channels. Products are sold in bulk/concentrate formats for commercial use.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

P&G Professional (P&G PRO) is the away-from-home commercial cleaning division of Procter & Gamble that supplies professional-grade cleaning products (dishwashing detergents, degreasers, disinfectants, laundry solutions, hand hygiene products, and paper goods) along with warewashing equipment, dilution systems, and 24/7 service to commercial businesses in foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, janitorial, and retail industries. The portfolio adapts trusted consumer brands—Dawn, Tide, Mr. Clean, Cascade, Spic and Span, Febreze, Swiffer, Charmin, Bounty, Comet, Downy, and Safeguard—into formulations optimized for high-volume commercial use, backed by P&G's 500+ scientists and 181+ years of safety and formulation expertise.

Product overview

P&G PRO is a commercial cleaning solutions division of Procter & Gamble serving the foodservice, hospitality, healthcare, janitorial, and retail industries. The portfolio consists of professional-grade formulations of consumer brands adapted for commercial use, organized around core product categories: Dawn PRO for dishwashing and degreasing, Tide PRO for commercial laundry, Mr. Clean PRO for surface and floor care, and paper/sanitary products (Charmin PRO, Bounty). Supporting offerings include Febreze Professional for odor control, Swiffer Professional for facility cleaning, Spic and Span and Comet for disinfecting, Safeguard for hand hygiene, Cascade PRO for warewashing, and P&G Pro Line for specialty disinfectants. The company also provides equipment (warewashing machines, dilution systems) and services including 24/7 technical support, installation, preventative maintenance, and free training resources through P&G PRO University. Products are available through distributors and retailers for businesses in restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, and janitorial services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dawn PRO: Professional dishwashing and degreasing products with long-lasting, grease-fighting suds for commercial kitchens.
• Tide PRO
• Mr. Clean PRO
• Charmin PRO
• Bounty
• Febreze Professional
• Swiffer Professional
• Spic and Span
• Comet
• Cascade PRO
• Downy Professional
• Safeguard
• P&G Pro Line
• Clean Quick
• Luster Professional

Products and services

• Dawn PRO Professional-grade dishwashing detergents and degreasers designed for commercial kitchens, featuring long-lasting grease-fighting suds and products for manual pot and pan cleaning, degreasing, and kitchen surface cleaning.
• Tide PRO Professional laundry detergent and fabric care solutions for commercial laundries, featuring formulations for cold water cleaning, stain removal, and fabric softening to keep linens clean and bright. Tide Professional Advanced reduces linen replacement costs by up to 15%.
• Mr. Clean PRO Professional surface and floor cleaning products that combine professional-grade formulations with the cleaning power of Mr. Clean for degreasing, all-purpose cleaning, and specialty cleaning tasks.
• Charmin PRO Commercial bathroom tissue and paper products that are 40% thicker and 40% more absorbent than leading premium commercial bath tissue, providing durable and long-lasting performance.
• Bounty Professional paper towels and napkins with a unique combination of softness, strength, and absorbency designed for commercial use in restaurants and hospitality settings.
• Febreze Professional Odor elimination and fabric refreshment products that fight odors at the source using patented binding technology to trap odor molecules, including sanitizing fabric refreshers and professional air fresheners.
• Swiffer Professional Sweeping, mopping, and dusting solutions including wet jet pads, dusters, and power mops that trap and lock dust and allergens from surfaces for cleaner air.
• Spic and Span Professional disinfecting and cleaning products that clean and disinfect in a single step with an EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant, including all-purpose spray, glass cleaner, and floor cleaner formulations.
• Comet Bathroom cleaning products including disinfecting bathroom cleaners, creme deodorizing cleansers, and cleaning products with bleach for sparkling clean restrooms.
• Cascade PRO Commercial dishwashing detergents and rinse aids including all-temp detergent, silverware presoak, and fast dry rinse aid formulated with ProShine technology for exceptional shine and to prevent calcium attachment.
• Safeguard Professional Hand hygiene products including anti-bacterial hand soap, foam sanitizers, gel sanitizers, and bar soap designed to reduce the spread of germs with gentle, effective formulas.
• P&G Pro Line Professional product portfolio including disinfectants, floor care products, and specialty items leveraging P&G formulations for commercial cleaning applications.
• Downy Professional Fabric softeners and laundry additives that leave clothes soft, fresh, and static-free, providing fabric care for commercial laundry operations.
• P&G PRO Service and Equipment Non-commissioned service professionals providing expert installation, preventative maintenance, emergency support, and regulatory compliance assistance 24/7/365, along with warewashing equipment (dish machines) and dilution systems (e.g., Tytro Pro).

Quantifiable outcome

• 58% more clean greasy pots & pans per sink vs. leading private label (Dawn PRO Manual Pot & Pan)
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lowe'scoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLowe's is a major US home improvement retailer carrying Mr. Clean PRO products for commercial cleaning use. Products are available for purchase online and in-store at Lowe's locations.
• The Home DepotcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Home Depot carries Mr. Clean PRO products for commercial cleaning applications. Products are available for purchase through Home Depot's commercial sales channel and website.
• W.B. MasoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorW.B. Mason is a commercial office supplies distributor that carries Mr. Clean PRO products for business customers.
• Webstaurant StorecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWebstaurant Store, a restaurant equipment and supplies distributor, carries Mr. Clean PRO products. The partnership targets food service and restaurant businesses as the primary buyer segment.
• AmazoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmazon carries P&G PRO products including Mr. Clean PRO through its commercial/consumer marketplace, enabling broad online access for business customers.
• StaplescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStaples is a preferred distributor for P&G PRO products, offering commercial cleaning supplies through its retail and B2B channels including Staples Business Advantage.
• MSC Industrial DirectcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMSC Industrial Direct carries Mr. Clean PRO products for industrial and commercial customers.
• Brady IndustriescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrady Industries (Brady Plus) is a preferred distributor for P&G PRO products, serving commercial cleaning customers in the US.
• Imperial DadecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorImperial Dade is a national distributor of P&G PRO products serving commercial cleaning customers across the US.
• AramscominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAramsco distributes P&G PRO cleaning products for specialty cleaning, restoration, and contractor markets.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ecolab: Ecolab is the largest pure-play provider of commercial cleaning, sanitization, and hygiene solutions to foodservice, hospitality, and healthcare. It is the most direct competitor to P&G PRO, with overlapping chemistries, warewashing equipment, and service contracts.
• Diversey (Solenis): Diversey, acquired by Solenis in 2023, sells commercial cleaning, hygiene, and infection-prevention products globally to foodservice, healthcare, and hospitality — directly comparable to P&G PRO's away-from-home portfolio.
• S.C. Johnson Professional: S.C. Johnson's B2B division offers commercial cleaning, hand hygiene, and floor-care solutions to away-from-home customers. Directly comparable product portfolio and end-market focus to P&G PRO.
• Clorox Professional: Clorox Professional sells disinfectants, cleaners, and sanitizers (including bleach-based products like CloroxPro) to commercial customers in healthcare, education, and foodservice — overlapping with P&G PRO's Spic and Span and Comet lines.
• GOJO Industries: GOJO (maker of Purell) supplies commercial hand hygiene and skin-care products to healthcare, foodservice, and education. Directly comparable to P&G PRO's Safeguard Professional hand-hygiene line.
• Kimberly-Clark Professional: Kimberly-Clark Professional sells washroom, wiping, and protective solutions (Kleenex, Scott, WypAll) to commercial facilities. Directly comparable paper/dispensable portfolio to P&G PRO's Charmin PRO and Bounty lines.
• Zep Inc. Zep is a focused commercial cleaning products manufacturer serving industrial, institutional, and foodservice customers in North America — a smaller, more specialized direct peer to P&G PRO.

Broad incumbents

• Henkel: Henkel's laundry & home care division (Persil, Purex) supplies consumer and commercial cleaning products globally. Comparable as a broad incumbent CPG with professional adjacencies.
• Reckitt Benckiser (Reckitt Pro): Reckitt's professional range (including Finish, Lysol, and Dettol in commercial channels) overlaps with P&G PRO's dishwasher and disinfectant offerings as part of a broader consumer-health portfolio.
• Church & Dwight: Church & Dwight produces OxiClean, Arm & Hammer, and Xtra cleaning products with growing professional channels. A broad incumbent with overlapping cleaning chemistries but no dedicated away-from-home division of comparable scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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