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Croda Celebrates 100 Years of Healthcare Innovation

12/14/2025

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Croda International marks its centenary, tracing its 1925 founding and role in developing Lorenzo's oil.
Augusto Odone approached Croda after Lorenzo was diagnosed with ALD.
Chemist Don Suddaby distilled the formula, leading to Lorenzo's oil.
Studies show Lorenzo's oil may not help those ill, but could prevent symptoms in at-risk boys.
Croda's commitment to healthcare has grown since then, driven by purpose beyond financial metrics.

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Story summary

Croda International marks its centenary, tracing its 1925 founding and role in developing Lorenzo's oil.
Augusto Odone approached Croda after Lorenzo was diagnosed with ALD.
Chemist Don Suddaby distilled the formula, leading to Lorenzo's oil.
Studies show Lorenzo's oil may not help those ill, but could prevent symptoms in at-risk boys.
Croda's commitment to healthcare has grown since then, driven by purpose beyond financial metrics.