The Clorox Company is acquiring Gojo Industries, adding Purell to its stable of consumer products.WHO: Gojo was founded in 1946 by Goldie and Jerry Lippman, whose Gojo Hand Cleaner helped rubber factory workers safely and effectively remove carbon black and grease. The breakthrough, innovative launch of Purell Hand Sanitizer in 1997 was a turning point. Purell remains America’s #1 hand sanitizer and is available worldwide. Gojo is headquartered in Akron, Ohio, and manufactures its products in Northeast Ohio.The Clorox Company, headquartered in Oakland, California, has integrated sustainability into its business since 1913. Its brand portfolio includes Brita, Burt's Bees, Clorox, Fresh Step, Glad, Hidden Valley, Kingsford, Liquid-Plumr and Pine-Sol as well as international brands such as Chux, Clorinda, and Poett.WHY: The acquisition expands Clorox’s presence in health and hygiene through Gojo’s business-to-business reach. IN THEIR OWN WORDS: "Gojo's deep commitment to innovation and delivering superior value in skin hygiene has built Purell into one of the most trusted names in homes, healthcare facilities, schools and businesses around the world—a name that is virtually synonymous with skin hygiene. This strong foundation, coupled with a large installed base and deep relationships in the fast-growing B2B channel has driven decades of consistent performance," said Linda Rendle, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of The Clorox Company. "This is a compelling acquisition that evolves our portfolio and scales our fastest growing, most profitable operating segment—Health and Wellness—as we execute our IGNITE strategy to deliver long-term shareholder value.