Merck KGaA, founded in 1668 and headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany, has a history of about 350 years. Merck KGaA focuses on innovative pharmaceutical, life sciences and cutting-edge functional materials technologies and is driven by technology to create value for patients and customers. In China, Merck is engaged in pharmaceutical, life sciences and chemical businesses, and provides customers with innovative prescription drugs and over-the-counter drugs to life science solutions, effect pigments and chemicals for industrial use.