The company's purpose is to export and trade in pharmaceutical and chemical raw materials and preparations, as well as household and industrial appliances and machinery. 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 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, as well as provide security for the liabilities of affiliated companies.