The company's primary purpose in Switzerland is to trade in and process paints, varnishes, cleaning agents, and chemicals for surface treatments of all kinds, as well as auxiliary materials for the surface treatment industry; trade in tools, machines, and equipment, as well as home textiles, floor coverings, and wallpapers of all kinds; recycling of solvents, paint, and plastic waste; assumption of representations and execution of commercial transactions and provision of related services; participations; acquisition, encumbrance, sale, and management of real estate; financing and provision of guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.