The company's purpose is the manufacture and marketing of, as well as the trade in, pharmaceuticals and nutritional supplements for humans and animals, body care and hygiene products, baby and children's food and articles. Furthermore, the company's purpose is to provide services related to the aforementioned products, in particular consulting in the areas of marketing and trade, as well as the trade in spare parts. 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, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.