Merck

Merck & Co., Inc. is a prominent American pharmaceutical company founded in 1891 by George Merck in New York City. Originally a subsidiary of the German Merck Group, it became independent after being nationalized by the U.S. government in 1917. Known as MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) outside North America, Merck has a rich history of innovation in pharmaceuticals and vaccines.

The company develops, manufactures, and markets a wide array of pharmaceutical products and vaccines. Its offerings include treatments for infectious diseases, cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions, as well as vaccines for various preventable diseases. Merck was the first to commercially sell the smallpox vaccine in the U.S. and has a long-standing commitment to research and development, with significant contributions to medical knowledge, including the widely used *Merck Manual*.

Merck serves a diverse customer base, including healthcare providers, hospitals, pharmacies, and governments, focusing on addressing unmet medical needs through its innovative medicines and vaccines.