[Form 4] Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Insider Trading Activity

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Brian D. Buchert, EVP of Strategy, M&A, and BP at Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD), reported a transaction dated 08/29/2025 in which he acquired 5.031 phantom stock units under the company's Deferred Compensation Plan at a reported unit value of $93.16. The phantom units convert to common stock on a 1-for-1 basis but are designated to be settled in cash under the plan. Following the reported acquisition, Mr. Buchert beneficially owns 576.715 shares of common stock directly. The Form 4 was signed by an attorney-in-fact and filed on 09/02/2025.

Positive

• Alignment with shareholder interests: Phantom units convert 1-for-1 to common stock, linking executive compensation to equity value
• Clear disclosure: Transaction details including date, amount (5.031 units), and settlement terms are provided on Form 4

Negative

• None.

Insights

Financial Analyst

TL;DR: Insignificant economic impact but aligns pay with shareholder value through deferred compensation.

The reported 5.031 phantom units represent a small incremental grant relative to total holdings (resulting in 576.715 shares reported beneficially owned). The units convert one-for-one to common stock but are contractually to be paid in cash per the Deferred Compensation Plan, so there is no immediate issuance of shares or dilution. The transaction is routine compensation-related activity by a senior executive and appears procedural rather than materially market-moving.

Compensation/Risk Analyst

TL;DR: Transaction reflects deferred compensation mechanics; cash settlement limits share issuance implications.

The phantom stock grant reported at a unit value of $93.16 is part of the company’s deferred compensation arrangements. Because the award is to be settled in cash, it functions as a deferred payout rather than an equity issuance, which mitigates immediate governance or dilution concerns. Disclosure is consistent with Section 16 reporting requirements for insiders receiving compensation-linked awards.

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Buchert Brian D

(Last) (First) (Middle)

500 CHARLES EWING BLVD

(Street)

EWING NJ 08628

(City) (State) (Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
CHURCH & DWIGHT CO INC /DE/ [ CHD ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	EVP of Strategy, M&A, and BP

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/29/2025

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Phantom Stock	(1)	08/29/2025		A		5.031		(2)	(2)	Common Stock	5.031	$93.16	576.715	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. The phantom stock shares convert to common stock on a 1-for-1 basis.

2. The phantom stock shares were acquired under the Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan and are to be settled in cash at such time as prescribed by the Plan.

	/s/ Cristina Paradiso, attorney-in-fact for Brian D. Buchert	09/02/2025
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

What did CHD insider Brian D. Buchert report on Form 4?

He acquired 5.031 phantom stock units under Church & Dwight’s Deferred Compensation Plan on 08/29/2025, reported at $93.16 per unit.

Will the phantom stock reported by CHD insider convert into shares of CHD common stock?

Yes. The phantom stock converts to common stock on a 1-for-1 basis according to the Form 4, but these units are to be settled in cash under the plan.

How many CHD shares does Brian D. Buchert beneficially own after this transaction?

576.715 shares of Church & Dwight common stock are reported as beneficially owned following the reported transaction.

When was the transaction dated and when was the Form 4 filed for CHD insider activity?

Transaction date: 08/29/2025. Form 4 filed/signed: 09/02/2025 by attorney-in-fact.

Under what plan were the phantom units acquired by the CHD executive?

The Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan, with settlement in cash as specified in the filing.