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.

Rohm GmbH is a German private company that manufactures chucking tools.

Sanypet SpA manufactures, wholesales and retails pet food products. The company was founded by Sergio Canello and is headquartered in Bagnoli di Sopra, Italy.

Fleury Michon SA engages in the production and marketing of cooked meat and catering products. It operates through the following segments: French Supermarkets, International Operations, and Others. The French Supermarkets segment refers to fresh, self-service, and pre-packaged products sold in the prepared meals and charcuterie sections of supermarkets under the Fleury Michon brand or private labels sold in France. The International Operations segment includes frozen products, fresh, self-service, and pre-packaged products sold outside France. The Others segment comprises of sales and services not presented separately and support and assistance operations to subsidiaries. The company was founded by Félix Fleury and Lucien Michon in 1905 and is headquartered in Pouzauges, France.

IDEA is an industrial company that engages in technologies, inspections, wind power, and home automation services.

DSM IP Assets BV, a subsidiary of Koninklijke DSM NV, is a company headquartered in Heerlen, the Netherlands, that develops and produces nutrition, pharmacy & material science products.

Nestec SA, a subsidiary of Nestlé SA, is a Swiss company located in Vevey. The firm manufactures nutrition food products.

Lucas Industries Plc was a manufacturer of components for the motor industry and aerospace industry. The company was specialised in automotive electrical components such as alternators, windscreen wiper motors, starter motors, etc.\nThe automotive side of Lucas were taken over by the American company TRW Automotive and the Aerospace side is now owned by the American company Goodrich Corp. Lucas Industries was founded by Joseph Lucas and was based in Birmingham, UK.

Shanghai Xinbang Biotechnology Co., Ltd., established on 2002-08-28, Business scope includes technology development in the field of biotechnology,Technical Services,technical consulting,technology transfer;additive premixed feed,compound feed,Production, processing and sales of concentrated feed. [Items subject to approval by law,Business activities can only be carried out after approval by relevant departments]

Fujian Maidehao Food Industry Co., Ltd., established on 2010-05-04, Business scope includes manufacturing:Confectionery,fruit products,Roasted seeds and nut products,candied fruit,meat products,can,Potatoes and puffed food,pastry,biscuit,frozen food,instant food,Healthy food,Rice noodle products,dairy products,condiment,essence;processing:refined tea,vegetable oil;wholesale,retail(Including online sales):Pre-packaged food,Aquatic products(Not allowed to engage in value-added telecommunications and financial services);pack:Roasted seeds and nut products,fruit products,Aquatic products,candied fruit,candy;Import and export business of goods or technology(Except for goods or technologies that are prohibited or restricted from import and export by the state).

United Pharmaceuticals SAS manufactures and distributes pharmaceutical products. The firm specializes in the development of health and nutrition products. The company was founded on January 16, 2004 and is headquartered in Paris, France.

Nantong Okay Biotechnology Development Co., Ltd., established on 2000-04-28, Business scope includes biotechnology research,to develop;food additives,Production of Feed Additives;Self-operated and agent import and export business of various commodities and technologies,Except for the goods and technologies that the state restricts the company to operate or prohibits the import and export of.(Items subject to approval by law,Business activities can only be carried out after approval by relevant departments)

SuCrest GmbH, a subsidiary of Kerry Group Plc, is a company headquartered in Hochheim am Main, Germany, that produces ingredients for sweets. The firm was founded in 2003. Ahikar Denier, Ronan Deasy and Trevor James Horan are the current co-CEOs of the company. SuCrest GmbH was acquired by Kerry Group Plc on October 31, 2011.\nThe company says this about itself: SuCrest, with production and product development facilities located in Hochheim, Germany and Vitebsk, Belarus and a SuCrest sales representative office in Moscow, is a leading provider of sweet ingredients to the bakery, ice-cream, confectionery, cereal and snack sectors in European markets.

Part of Zuivelco��peratie FrieslandCampina UA, Friesland Brands BV is a Dutch company located in Amersfoort. The firm produces and distributes dairy products and fruit based drinks.

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA engages in the production, sale, and distribution of home and beauty care products. The firm also provides adhesive technology solutions. It operates through the Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands segments. The Adhesive Technologies segment sells adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings for consumers, craftsmen, and industrial applications. The Consumer Brands segment offers branded products for consumers and professional applications for the hairdressing business that includes products for hair care, styling and coloring, as well as detergents and fabric softeners. The company was founded by Fritz Henkel on September 26, 1876 and is headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany.

Döhler GmbH operates as a producer, marketer, and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients. Its portfolio includes natural ingredients; ingredient systems; integrated solutions; and chain value. The firm serves the food and beverage industry. The company was founded by Lorenz Döhler in 1838 and is headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany.

Tianjin Alpha Health-Care Products Co. Ltd., part of Tianjin TEDA Biomedical Engineering Co. Ltd., is a company headquartered in China that manufactures and distributes health snacks and beverages.