The company's purpose is the sale, development, research and production of and trade in tobacco products, tobacco substitute products and natural cosmetics, the cultivation and trade in plants of all kinds, as well as similar products and all related services and activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies. The company is authorized to acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose.