RPM International, Inc.
Industry Group: Chemicals
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NYS:RPM
RPM International Inc manufactures and sells a variety of paints, coatings, and adhesives. The firm organizes itself into four segments based on product type. The construction products group sells coatings, roofing, insulation, and other products to distributors, contractors, and end consumers globally. The performance coatings group produces coatings that are used in construction and industrial applications like floorings and corrosion control. The consumer group sells paint, finishes, and similar products to individual consumers through hardware and craft stores. The specialty products group sells a line of products ranging from niche applications of the other groups to marine finishes, to edible food colorings. The majority of revenue comes from North America.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Chemicals 343 out of 584
Universe
Global Universe 11779 out of 15080
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| RPM International, Inc. |
32.5
High
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343 out of 584 |
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