The company's purpose is to develop, manufacture, market and sell products in the nutrition and healthcare sectors, as well as to develop, hold and exploit intellectual property rights in these areas. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is connected with the purpose and suitable to promote or facilitate the development of the company. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage intellectual property rights and real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for itself and third parties, as well as issue guarantees and other securities, also for affiliated companies.