About Uhlmann Eyraud
A Swiss family business with over 140 years of experience.
Our story begins in 1878 with the founding of F. Uhlmann-Eyraud SA, which today sells pharmaceutical and cosmetic products across the whole of Switzerland. In 2003, Uhlmann Eyraud founded a subsidiary company, Dabso SA, which operates in the food sector and is today a sister company of Uhlmann-Eyraud. A strong presence in both the food and pharmaceutical/OTC sectors is a truly unique combination in the Swiss market.
1878
Foundation
Frédéric Uhlmann-Eyraud (married to Elisa Eyraud) founds F. Uhlmann-Eyraud S.A in Geneva.
The company trades mineral water and toiletries.
1878
Foundation
Frédéric Uhlmann-Eyraud (married to Elisa Eyraud) founds F. Uhlmann-Eyraud S.A in Geneva.
The company trades mineral water and toiletries.
1892
First catalogue published
Here, you can see the first edition of the sales catalogue.
1903
Zurich branch opens
Opening of the Zurich branch. Pharmaceutical products are sold throughout Switzerland from the Geneva and Zurich branches.
1910
Distribution
F. Uhlmann-Eyraud S.A's core business is distributing pharmaceutical products, hygiene products and cosmetics which will be sold in pharmacies and drugstores.
1922
Foundation of company pension and welfare fund
F. Uhlmann-Eyraud sets up a company pension and welfare fund and uses his own resources to fund it. An act ahead of its time and a great expression of generosity.
1937
Ohropax and Warz-ab
New representation of Ohropax and Warz-ab, the oldest brands in our product portfolio which still exist to this day.
1937
Tampax enters the Swiss market
Introduction of Tampax to the Swiss market, representation until the end of the 90s.
1971
Lausanne branch opens
Branch in Lausanne opens following the takeover of pharmacy and chemist clientele from Union Romande and Amann S.A.
1978
Launch of FISHERMAN’S FRIEND
Swiss launch of the extra strong FISHERMAN’S FRIEND lozenges, which have since become a cult product. With this launch, the firm starts to build a name for itself.
1980
P&G
Productsfrom Procter & Gamble (e.g. Pantène, Oil of Olaz, Kukident, Vicks, Old Spice, Clearasil, Blend-a-med) are now distributed in Switzerland by Uhlmann-Eyraud.
1992
Branch relocation
Zurich branch relocates to Fehraltorf; an updated IT system and a new automated order processing system are installed.
1994
Introduction of Stop-Hémo
Stop-Hémo haemostatic products from Laboratoires Brothier are introduced.
1997
Saint Dalfour jam
New representation of Saint Dalfour, who make 100% natural jam with no added sugar.
2001
Focus on the Swiss market
Partners agree to focus the company’s activitieson distributing and marketing health and food products in Switzerland.
2003
Dabso
Gaining momentum in the food market. To be able to focus more intensively on this, the company Dabso S.A is founded. From the central location in Burgdorf, Dabso takes over marketing, sales and business development in the food sector.
2006
Epitact
New representation of Epitact, specialists in medical foot care products.
2011
Taste of Nature
Launch of the Canadian snack range ‘Taste of Nature’, which offers a wide variety of delicious flavours. 100% organic, vegan, kosher and free from additives, gluten, preservatives and artificial colours.
2012
PROfresh
Launch of the long lasting PROfresh breath mints containing green tea and minty fresh herbs, produced by Fisherman’s Friend.
2014
Fifth generation takes over
The fifth generation of the Weiss family takes over the firm.
2018
Anniversary
We now distribute two well-known brands, Compeed and Sunstar (GUM).
We celebrate our 140-year anniversary!
Launch of our completely new corporate identity.
Dabso S.A relocated to Lenzburg, an ideal location.