Manufacturing, trade and research in the field of the chemical industry, in particular in the areas of pharmaceuticals, biomaterials and food; acquisition, management, rental, development and sale of real estate; acquisition, sale or exploitation of patents, licenses and any other process rights; participations. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties and grant securities for the liabilities of affiliated companies.