Dollar Tree, Inc. — Ethics Grade D+

Dollar Tree, Inc. receives an overall ethics grade of D+ (38/100) on CancelCo's corporate accountability database. Sector: Retail. Market cap: Large Cap.

Category scores

• labor: 25
• privacy: 60
• consumer: 20
• environment: 30
• humanRights: 45

Documented incidents (3)

• Massive Rodent Infestation Case (high, 2022) — Family Dollar (owned by Dollar Tree) was forced to temporarily close 400 stores after federal inspectors found a massive rodent infestation at a distribution center. This led to a record-breaking $41.6 million criminal fine for delivering adulterated products.
• Dangerous Working Conditions (high, 2023) — OSHA placed Dollar Tree in the 'Severe Violator Enforcement Program' after repeatedly finding exits blocked by boxes, unsafe stacks of merchandise, and lack of fire safety. Total fines exceeded $15 million across various locations.
• Hazardous Chemical Disposal (medium, 2019) — The company settled a lawsuit alleging illegal disposal of hazardous waste, including batteries, electronics, and toxic cleaners, into local landfills and sewers. Inadequate training led to massive environmental non-compliance.

Documented good deeds

• Food Bank Partnerships — Dollar Tree partnered with Feeding America to donate over 20 million meals' worth of surplus food from its retail network.

Ethical alternatives

• ALDI SÜD — Better worker benefits, superior supply chain sanitation, and more rigorous product testing.