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LG Chem

Founded in 1947, LG Chem is the largest chemical company in the Republic of Korea with petrochemicals, advanced materials and life sciences as its main businesses. The company’s major products include olefin and aromatic petrochemicals, common plastics, IT materials, rechargeable batteries and pharmaceutical products. The company has over 35 production sites and plants in China, Republic of Korea, United States and Viet Nam. 

Ranking position
#240 /389
Total score
12.0 /100
Industry Rank
Chemicals #39
Measurement area Score Rank (0-389)

Governance and strategy

18.7 /100 #245

Ecosystems and biodiversity

10.4 /100 #206

Social inclusion and community impact

11.9 /100 #243

Leading practices

Risks and opportunities

Core social indicators

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More about the company

Headquarters
Seoul, Republic of Korea
Number of employees
18,800
Group revenue
USD 37,283,098,000
Ownership structure
Publicly listed
Website
https://www.lgchem.com/

This company is part of the SDG2000, the 2000 most influential companies

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