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Chr. Hansen controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2023

    Controversy over LGBT+ employee support

    Chr. Hansen was reported to have withdrawn support for LGBT+ staff after pressure from right-wing religious groups in the United States. The decision prompted widespread employee protest and reputational criticism, particularly because merger partner Novozymes continued to present itself as a full LGBT+ ally.