Grifols divests its hemostasis technology business

for USD 25 million

  • The transaction is part of Grifols' previously announced plan to divest in non- strategic activities
  • Grifols hemostasis and coagulation product line, integrated in the Diagnostic Division, had been marketed by an external distributor since 2018

Barcelona, October 6, 2021.- Grifols (MCE:GRF, MCE:GRF.P, NASDAQ:GRFS), a leading global healthcare company with a more than 110-year track record contributing to the health and well-being of people, and an industry forerunner in plasma-derived medicines, transfusion diagnostics and hospital pharmacy solutions, has agreed to sell its hemostasis business for approximately USD 25 million in cash as part of its previously announced divestment process of non-strategic assets.

The transaction comprises all assets related to the diagnosis of hemostasis disorders, including the tests (reagents) and their associated intellectual property, R&D projects and manufacturing know- how, and the instruments (analyzers) used to automate diagnostic coagulation tests. The divestment also includes all Grifols' hemostasis-related R&D and manufacturing equipment. A workforce of 25 employees has been transferred to the new entity as well.

This product portfolio, known for its high reliability and efficiency, had been marketed by an external distributor since 2018.

The transaction is effective October 1, 2021.

Grifols will continue to evaluate its product portfolio and prioritize growth and profitability in alignment with its long-term value creation strategy.

The company retained Osborne Clarke, S.L.P. as legal advisors for this transaction.

Investor contact:

Investor Relations and Sustainabilityinversores@grifols.com-investors@grifols.comsostenibilidad@grifols.com -sustainability@grifols.comTel. +34 93 571 02 21

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Media contacts:

Raquel Lumbreras

Grifols

Raquel_lumbreras@duomocomunicacion.com

Borja Gómez

Media Press Office

Borja_gomez@duomocomunicacion.com

media@grifols.com

Duomo Comunicación - Grifols Press Office

Tel. +34 571 00 02

Tel. +34 91 311 92 89 - 91 311 92 90

+34 659 57 21 85 / +34 650 40 22 25

About Grifols

Grifols is a global healthcare company founded in Barcelona in 1909 committed to improving the health and well-being of people around the world. Its four divisions - Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies - develop, produce and market innovative solutions and services that are sold in more than 100 countries.

Pioneers in the plasma industry, Grifols operates a growing network of donation centers worldwide. It transforms collected plasma into essential medicines to treat rare, chronic and, at times, life-threatening conditions. As a recognized leader in transfusion medicine, Grifols also offers a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to enhance safety from donation to transfusion. In addition, the company supplies tools, information and services that enable hospitals, pharmacies and healthcare professionals to efficiently deliver expert medical care.

Grifols, with close to 24,000 employees in 30 countries, is committed to a sustainable business model that sets the standard for continuous innovation, quality, safety and ethical leadership.

In 2020, Grifols' economic impact in its core countries of operation was EUR 7.5 billion. The company

also generated 140,000 jobs, including indirect and induced jobs.

The company's class A shares are listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, where they are part of the Ibex-35 (MCE:GRF). Grifols non-voting class B shares are listed on the Mercado Continuo (MCE:GRF.P) and on the U.S. NASDAQ through ADRs (NASDAQ:GRFS).

For more information about Grifols, please visit www.grifols.com

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