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Shareholder Frequently Asked Questions
       How can I invest in Colgate?
       Does Colgate have a Dividend Reinvestment Program?
       How do I transfer stock, change the name or change the address on my stock certificate?
       What are Colgate's CUSIP number and stock ticker symbol?
       Where are your shares listed and traded?
       Who is your transfer agent?
       When was your last stock split?
       How can I research my historical cost basis on Colgate shares?
       Where can I find out more about Colgate's business practices and social responsibility?
       What were the latest Annual Meeting voting results?
       Who can I contact for additional shareholder relations questions?


     

How can I invest in Colgate?

You can invest in Colgate through a Direct Stock Purchase Plan sponsored and administered by our transfer agent, The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services, or by contacting a stockbroker. The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services can be reached via internet: http://www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd , telephone: 1-800-756-8700 or e-mail: Colgateshareowners@bankofny.com. You can also write to them at the address listed below:

The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services
PO Box 358035
Pittsburgh, PA 15252-8035


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Does Colgate have a Dividend Reinvestment Program?

Colgate does offer dividend reinvestment options as part of its Direct Stock Purchase Plan, which is sponsored and administered by The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services. To learn more about it, please contact The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services via internet: http://www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd , telephone: 1-800-756-8700 or e-mail: Colgateshareowners@bankofny.com. You can also write to them at the address listed below:


The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services
PO Box 358035
Pittsburgh, PA 15252-8035





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How do I transfer stock, change the name or change the address on my stock certificate?

If you are a registered shareholder, our transfer agent, The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services, can help you. Please contact them at 1-800-756-8700 or visit their website at: http://www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd . If you are not a registered shareholder, please contact your broker for assistance.



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What are Colgate's CUSIP number and stock ticker symbol?

Colgate's CUSIP number is 194162103, and Colgate's stock ticker symbol is CL (NYSE).

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Where are your shares listed and traded?

Colgate common stock is listed and traded on The New York Stock Exchange http://www.nyse.com/listed/cl.html under the symbol CL, and on other world exchanges including those in Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Paris and Zurich.

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Who is your transfer agent?

The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services
1-800-756-8700 between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm EST Mon.-Fri., 1-201-680-6685 (International Callers), 1-800-231-5469 (TTY Number)


Address Shareholder Inquiries to: The Bank of New York Mellon Shareowner Services
PO Box 358035
Pittsburgh, PA 15252-8035

E-mail: colgateshareowners@bankofny.com
Internet Address: http://www.bnymellon.com/shareowner/isd



Our transfer agent can assist you with a variety of shareholder services, including change of address, transfer of stock to another person, questions about dividend checks or Colgate's Dividend Reinvestment Purchase Plan.

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When was your last stock split?

Colgate's most recent stock split was a 2-for-1 split declared on May 5, 1999 for shareholders of record as of May 19, 1999 and payable to shareholders on June 30, 1999. For further stock split information, please click here.

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How can I research my historical cost basis on Colgate shares?

You can calculate your basis by using the Stock Price Lookup Function which goes back 20 years. For further information, please contact Investor Relations.

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Where can I find out more about Colgate's business practices and social responsibility?

Please click here to learn how Colgate's core values are the foundation of our commitment to sustainable growth.

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What were the latest Annual Meeting voting results?

Please see the attached report for results: May 13, 2008 8-K.

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Who can I contact for additional shareholder relations questions?

If you need any additional information, please contact the Investor Relations Department of Colgate-Palmolive. Thank you for your interest in Colgate.

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