The company's purpose is to research and manufacture technical and chemical products. The company may also: Hold any type of assets, including trademarks or participations in any companies and/or businesses, both in Switzerland and abroad; Carry out all financial, commercial, industrial, movable or immovable operations directly or indirectly related to its corporate purpose; Grant loans to its associates or third parties, guarantee loans subscribed by its associates or third parties, secure these loans by issuing or pledging mortgage securities or by subscribing to any other financial commitment, pledge these assets to secure any claim.