The purpose of the company is the trade and distribution of medical, chemical and pharmaceutical products and equipment, in particular products of the Mallinckrodt Group, as well as the provision of all services related thereto. 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 directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, exploit, sell and manage real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad. In particular, it may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as guarantees and sureties for indirect and direct subsidiaries and third parties. It may also grant loans or other financing to companies directly or indirectly related to it, for consideration or free of charge, and provide security of all kinds.