G4. Transactions with related parties

On July 1, 2021, Essity increased its ownership stake in Asaleo Care Ltd, which was previously listed on the stock exchange in Australia (ASX), from 36% to 100%. Sales to Asaleo Care mainly concern products in Professional Hygiene and Incontinence Products. Transactions and dealings are outlined in table TG4:1 below. Due to the increased ownership stake, the financial information pertains solely from January to June, 2021.

Essity owns 49% of Bunzl & Biach GmbH. Purchases from Bunzl & Biach relate mainly to raw materials in the form of recovered paper. Transactions and dealings are outlined in table TG4:2 below.

TG4:1 Transactions and dealings with associated companies, Asaleo Care

SEKm

2021

2020

2019

Sales

269

396

424

Other income

14

28

36

Trade receivables

64

52

TG4:1 Transactions and dealings with joint ventures, Bunzl & Biach

SEKm

2021

2020

2019

Purchases

303

260

319

Accounts payables

35

22

23