Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), an American producer of hot and cold beverages, ranks 15 out of 60 companies. Compared to 2020, the company has increased its rank by 2 places. The company’s score is based on strong performance and disclosure on the theme of Risk Assessment, where it discloses risks identified across supply chain tiers and how it works with stakeholders to address forced labour risks identified. It also demonstrates strong management and accountability of supply chain policies to address forced labour. The company scores below average on the themes of Recruitment and Worker Voice. The company discloses a robust policy on worker-paid recruitment fees but did not demonstrate how the policy is implemented or how it supports responsible recruitment more generally. Additionally, it did not disclose engaging with unions to improve freedom of association within its supply chains.
The company is encouraged to improve its performance and disclosure on the themes of Traceability, Recruitment and Worker Voice.