DKSH : Partners With SPLAT® to Offer Natural Oral Care Solutions in Malaysia

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DKSH Partners With SPLAT® to Offer Natural Oral Care Solutions in Malaysia

DKSH has been appointed by SPLAT Asia Limited to exclusively distribute SPLAT® - a series of natural, high-quality, and professional oral care solutions - in Malaysia.

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, December 20, 2022 - DKSH Business Unit Healthcare, a leading partner for healthcare companies seeking to grow their business in Asia and beyond, has signed an exclusive agreement with SPLAT Asia Limited, a family-run company and a part of SPLAT Group, to drive growth for its high-quality and natural SPLAT® oral care products in Malaysia.

Under the agreement, DKSH will provide full Market Expansion Services, including marketing and sales, distribution, logistics as well as field marketing services for four SPLAT® oral care product ranges - SPLAT® Professional, SPLAT® Special, SPLAT® Kids, and SPLAT® Express across all chain and independent pharmacies in both East and West Malaysia.

Made with natural ingredients, essential oils, and plant extracts, the four SPLAT® oral care product ranges each have their own uniqueness as well as special functions and are clinically proven to be safe and effective:

• SPLAT® Professional range features a series of bioactive toothpaste with a unique technological "Sp. White System" for daily effective oral care;
• SPLAT® Special range contains a series of toothpaste with unique active ingredients, individual colors, and aroma;
• SPLAT® Kids range features a series of natural products that are free from sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), chlorhexidine, alcohol, saccharin, and mineral oils, for children between 0 to 11 years old;
• SPLAT® Express range features quick and efficient cleaning and cavity protection for those who lead an active life.

The production sites of SPLAT® oral care products comply with requirements of the Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as well as ISO 9001, and its range of products are Halal certified. They are ethically manufactured and cruelty-free.

Vladimir Shishkin, Business Development Director, SPLAT Asia Limited, said: "At SPLAT, we strive to create the best oral care solutions with no analogues in the world. Our mission is to help people to be healthy, beautiful, and successful. With DKSH's expertise and proven track record, we are confident to have a trusted partner at our side who will help us realize our vision and provide an enjoyable oral care experience to the consumers in Malaysia."

Gary Chee, Vice President, Healthcare, DKSH Malaysia, added: "We are delighted to partner with SPLAT Asia and jointly fulfill our purpose of enriching people's lives. It is our honor to be able to support SPLAT's brand mission in offering healthy and high-quality products, and we are fully committed to driving business growth for SPLAT® in Malaysia and reaching greater heights together."

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About SPLAT

SPLAT® registered trademark of ethically and scientifically developed and manufactured oral care solutions for adults and children, such as toothpastes, brushes, rinses, dental floss, and foams for teeth.

All SPLAT® innovative formulations are developed in-house. We champion a holistic approach, fusing the most miraculous natural ingredients provided by the best raw material suppliers from Japan, Turkey, and European countries. The uniqueness of SPLAT® product formulations has been confirmed by more than 30 patents in 24 countries around the world, and clinically proven effectiveness and a directed effect on solving problems of the oral cavity. SPLAT® distribution is established in 70+ markets across Eurasia and Middle East.

About DKSH

DKSH's purpose is to enrich people's lives. For more than 150 years, we have been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond across our Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, we offer sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. DKSH is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 33,100 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2021. The DKSH Business Unit Healthcare distributes pharmaceuticals, consumer health and over-the-counter (OTC) products as well as medical devices. With around 7,920 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 5.6 billion in 2021. www.dksh.com/hec

For further information, please contact:

DKSH Holdings (Malaysia) Berhad

Christy Chow

Manager, Marketing & Communications [phone] [e-mail]

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