The company's purpose is the manufacture, distribution, export, import and trade of and with goods of all kinds in the field of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products, semi-finished products and raw materials, the provision of consulting services of all kinds, as well as participation in other companies, and the acquisition, holding, management and disposal of real estate and securities, and the conduct of all business related to and promoting the company's purpose. The company may also grant loans. The company is authorized to acquire or participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad.