Omya International AG is a Swiss private company located in Oftringen, with operations in Malaysia and Austria, that manufactures industrial minerals. It was founded in 1884 by Gottfried Plüss-Staufer. Herlinde Wauteraerts is currently the CEO of the firm.\nThe company says this about itself: Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals – mainly derived from calcium carbonate, dolomite and perlite – and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals. The company provides a wealth of innovative product solutions that contribute to its customers' competitiveness and productivity in multiple industries such as Construction, Paper & Board, Polymers, Food and Personal & Home Care. Omya further provides Environmental Solutions targeting the agriculture, water and energy markets.

Merck (d.b.a. EMD Millipore in the U.S. and Canada) is a German chemical and pharmaceutical company. Merck, also known as “German Merck” and “Merck Darmstadt”, was founded in Darmstadt, Germany, in 1668, making it the world's oldest operating chemical and pharmaceutical company. The company was privately owned until going public in 1995. However, the Merck family still controls a majority (≈70%) of the company's shares. Following World War I, Merck lost possession of its foreign sites, including the Merck & Co. subsidiary in the United States. Merck & Co., which operates as Merck Sharp and Dohme (MSD) outside the U.S. and Canada, is now an independent company. Merck KGaA operates mainly in Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania and Latin America. Since Merck & Co. holds the rights to the Merck name in the U.S. and Canada, the company operated under the umbrella brand EMD Chemicals in North America, and since 2010 as EMD Millipore (after the acquisition of Millipore Corporation), formed from the initials of Emanuel Merck, Darmstadt. Founded in 1668 in Darmstadt, Merck KGaA of Darmstadt, Germany, is the world's oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company. The success of the export business to the United States led in 1887 to the establishment of an office in New York, which gave rise to their subsidiary [Merck & Co.](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/merck-co-inc) four years later. Owing to World War I, Merck & Co. was expropriated in 1917. The two companies have been separate every since. Merck KGaA Subsidiaries: - [Merck Consumer Healthcare](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/merck-consumer-healthcare) - [Merck Performance Materials](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/merck-performance-materials)

Société des Produits Nestlé SA engages in the manufacture and distribution of food, pharmaceutical, medical, and cosmetic products. The company was founded on December 15, 1936 and is headquartered in Vevey, France.

UCB (Union Chimique Belge) is a multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. UCB is an international company with a revenue of €4.178 billion in 2016 which focuses primarily on research and development, specifically involving medications centered on epilepsy, Parkinson's, and Crohn's diseases. The Company's efforts are focused on treatments for severe diseases treated by specialists, particularly in the fields of central nervous system (CNS) disorders (including epilepsy), inflammatory disorders (including allergy), and oncology.

Sichuan Sendi Technology Development Co., Ltd., established on 2000-01-05, Business scope includes(The following scope does not include pre-licensed items,Post-licensing projects operate on the basis of licenses or approval documents)Technology promotion and application service industry;crop planting;Tree nursery;Forest Management and Protection;Livestock raising;Livestock raising;Commodity wholesale and retail;business services;Production,Sell ​​bamboo and wood products.(Items subject to approval by law,Business activities can only be carried out after approval by relevant departments)

R2 Agro A/S is a Danish private company located in Hedensted that manufactures and supplies animal feed and nutrition products.

Nippon Beet Sugar Manufacturing Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of sugar products, seasonings, and formula feeds. It operates through the following segments: Sugar, Food, Feeds, Agricultural Materials, Real Estate, and Others. The Sugar segment consists of beet sugar, refined sugar, and molasses. The Food segment deals with the production of functional food products. The Feed segment markets formula feeds. The Agricultural Materials segment manufactures and sells agricultural machinery and materials. The Real Estate segment leases commercial facilities. The Others segment includes the freight transportation, petroleum sales, sports facility management and bookstore operations. The company was founded on June 11, 1919 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Researches and develops bio-pharmaceuticals

Novartis AG is a holding company, which engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of healthcare products. It operates through the following segments: Innovative Medicines, Sandoz, and Corporate. The Innovative Medicines segment researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells patented pharmaceuticals, and is composed of two business units: Novartis Oncology and Novartis Pharmaceuticals. The Sandoz segment develops, manufactures and markets finished dosage form medicines as well as intermediary products, including active pharmaceutical ingredients. The Corporate segment refers to group management and central services. The company was founded on February 29, 1996 and is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.

Liu Minru Institute of Women's Medicine (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., established on 2015-10-13, Business scope includes general business items:Chinese medicine research and experimental development;Chinese medicine culture dissemination;TCM Talent Training;Chinese medicine health products,Chinese medicine food,Technology development of new traditional Chinese medicine.(law,Administrative regulations,Except for items prohibited by the State Council,Restricted projects must obtain a license before operating),The licensing program is:

Koei Chemical Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of chemical products. It includes polyhydric alcohols, pyridine bases, pyrazines, and amines which are used for adhesives, antistatic agents, cosmetics, lubricants, inks, resins, solvents, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. The company was founded on June 17, 1917 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Part of Shiraishi Kogyo Kaisha Ltd., Shiraishi Calcium Kaisha Ltd. is a Japanese company. The firm manufactures and supplies calcium carbonates.

Bioventus is a global leader of active orthopaedic healing, providing clinically proven and cost-effective therapies and diagnostics that help patients regain active lifestyles. Bioventus' products are known for their innovation, safety and effectiveness. The company is the recognized leader in bone stimulation devices and among the leading distributors of osteoarthritis joint fluid therapies. Key products include: - EXOGEN(r) Ultrasound Bone Healing System - SUPARTZ(r) Joint Fluid Therapy (US only) - DUROLANE(r) Hyaluronic Acid, Single Injection (Outside US only) Bioventus' adherence to high quality standards, commitment to evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior makes the company a trusted partner for thousands of physicians worldwide. Bioventus employs 500 people and generates about $240 million in yearly revenue. The company is headquartered in Durham, N.C. Prior to launch in 2012, Bioventus was operating as the Biologics Division of Smith & Nephew.

Epicyt Pharma is a medical research company that focuses on calcium absorption in the intestines and how it affects bone health.

Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) (In Korean 대구경북과학기술원) is a public science and engineering university located in Daegu Metropolitan City, Republic of Korea. Under a Special Act on Support of Scientists and Engineers for Strengthening National Science and Technology Competitiveness, the Korean government enacted Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology Act (Act No. 6996) and founded DGIST in 2004 as a research institute. In 2008, the act was amended to extend the role of the institute to both research and education, which eventually enabled a transition from a research institute to a university.

Jiaxing Shicheng Technology Co., Ltd., established on 2009-12-14, Business scope includes engaging in biotechnology,Environmental Technology,Technology development of new materials,technical consulting,Technical Services,technology transfer;Operating without storage(bill trade):Mixture of xylene isomers,2-Chloropropane,phosphoric acid,Phenylhydrazine hydrochloride,Tetrahydrofuran,pyridine,Triethyl phosphite,2,5-Dichlorophenol,2-propanol,3-picoline,2-Clopyridine,Methyl acrylate[stable],p-toluenesulfonyl chloride,Dimethylamine solution,methyl tert-butyl ether,Trifluorotoluene,4-Chlorotrifluorotoluene,Chloromethane,O,O-diethyl-O-Quinoxazole-2-phosphorothioate,Phenylhydrazine,Phenylhydrazine sulfate,Piperazine** (Operate with a valid license);rubber products,hardware products,electronic product,Equipment,arts and crafts,textile,pesticide(The operating permit),Office Supplies,Chemical Products(Free of hazardous chemicals and precursor chemicals)sales and chemical technical consultation;engaged in import and export business.(Items subject to approval by law,Business activities can only be carried out after approval by relevant departments)

Maruo Calcium Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of calcium carbonates. Its products include calcium carbonates for paints, rubber, synthetic resin, drugs, food products, and inorganic chemicals. It also offers hydrated lime and quicklime, talc, clay, and silica powder. The company was founded by Gihei Maruo on October 1, 1926 and is headquartered in Akashi, Japan.

Beijing Emulsion Innovation Biotechnology Co., Ltd., established on 2016-03-10, Business scope includes technology promotion,technology development,technology transfer,technical consulting,Technical Services;Economic and Trade Consulting;Business Management Consulting;sell cosmetics,medical instrumentsIkind.(Market entities independently choose business projects in accordance with the law,Carry out business activities;Items subject to approval by law,Carry out business activities in accordance with the approved content after approval by relevant departments;Do not engage in the business activities of projects prohibited and restricted by the industrial policies of the state and this city.)

F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. manufactures pharmaceutical products. It offers pharmaceutical drugs, pharmaceutical instruments, and diagnostics solutions. The company was founded by Fritz Hoffmann-La Roche on October 1, 1896 and is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.