Merck in China
Merck initiated its business in China in 1900, distributing high-purity reagents via the ports of Shanghai, Guangzhou and Tianjin. And one hundred years later, Merck is now represented in the most developed cities in China. The century has witnessed Merck’s development in China: in 1995, Merck’s delegates were dispatched to explore China’s market. In 1997,Merck Ltd. (HongKong) was built in HongKong.
Merck products are enjoying an increasing popularity with the Chinese people, especially the two major products pearl luster pigments and analytical reagents. Besides, Merck also has its Pharmaceutical and LV business operations in China. Since the LCD was accidentally discovered 120 years ago, Merck has engaged in the promotion and research of this new material, and filed a number of pioneering patents. Close cooperation in development and production of liquid crystals with the world’s leading display manufacturers has made Merck the number one company worldwide, and maintain a leading role in the LC market. In addition, expertise in chemistry and customer-centric innovations has made Merck a successful supplier to the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, plastics, coatings and printing industries. Today, Merck is a preferred partner for moving from laboratory scale to industrial production.
China is now the focus of the world attention with its strong economic growth over several years and has become the favorite destination for foreign direct investment. This also means incredible opportunity for Merck. And Merck is being active in the dynamic market with its committed employees as its values driver and with its high-tech innovative products that the Chinese people encounter on a daily basis.
Advanced chemical technologies to improve life qualityMerck products are enjoying an increasing popularity with the Chinese people, especially the two major products pearl luster pigments and analytical reagents. Besides, Merck also has its Pharmaceutical and LV business operations in China. Since the LCD was accidentally discovered 120 years ago, Merck has engaged in the promotion and research of this new material, and filed a number of pioneering patents. Close cooperation in development and production of liquid crystals with the world’s leading display manufacturers has made Merck the number one company worldwide, and maintain a leading role in the LC market. In addition, expertise in chemistry and customer-centric innovations has made Merck a successful supplier to the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, food, plastics, coatings and printing industries. Today, Merck is a preferred partner for moving from laboratory scale to industrial production.
China is now the focus of the world attention with its strong economic growth over several years and has become the favorite destination for foreign direct investment. This also means incredible opportunity for Merck. And Merck is being active in the dynamic market with its committed employees as its values driver and with its high-tech innovative products that the Chinese people encounter on a daily basis.
The two divisions of our business sector offer high-quality industrial and laboratory chemicals for technology-driven applications in laboratories and industry. High-tech chemicals from Merck can be found, for example, inorganic reagents, such as salts, acids, special-effect automotive paints, cosmetics, or the coatings of camera lenses. The combination of top quality, pioneering spirit in research, and a customer-centric approach to product development gives us market leadership positions in many segments.
