Who owns Sandoz?
Sandoz
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- Brand origin
- Switzerland
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Spain
Sandoz is a Swiss pharmaceutical brand focused on generic medicines and biosimilars. Sandoz is ultimately owned by Sandoz Group AG, a publicly listed company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland.
sandoz.comAbout Sandoz
What is Sandoz?
Sandoz is a pharmaceutical business that develops, manufactures and markets generic medicines and biosimilars. Sandoz has a portfolio of more than 1,300 medicines, including prescription and over the counter products. Sandoz serves patients in more than 100 countries.
Who owns Sandoz?
Sandoz is ultimately owned by Sandoz Group AG, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. Sandoz Group AG is the publicly listed parent company of the Sandoz business. Sandoz Group AG is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the symbol SDZ.
Where does Sandoz come from?
Sandoz originated in Basel, Switzerland, in 1886. Alfred Kern and Edouard Sandoz founded the company under the name Kern & Sandoz to manufacture and sell synthetic dyes. The business later developed into a pharmaceutical company. Sandoz became part of Novartis after the 1996 merger of Sandoz and Ciba-Geigy. Novartis brought its generics businesses together under the Sandoz name in 2003. Sandoz became a standalone company again in 2023.
What products does Sandoz make?
Sandoz makes generic medicines and biosimilars across therapeutic areas ranging from common illnesses to cancer. Named products and milestones associated with Sandoz include Calcium Sandoz, Omnitrope and Zarxio. Sandoz also manufactures antibiotics and active pharmaceutical ingredients.
How large is Sandoz?
Sandoz reported net sales of USD 11.086 billion in 2025. Sandoz reported more than 23,000 employees in 2025. Generics generated USD 7.794 billion in 2025 sales, while biosimilars generated USD 3.292 billion.
Frequently asked questions about Sandoz
Is Sandoz a Swiss company?
- Yes. Sandoz originated in Basel, Switzerland, and Sandoz Group AG is headquartered in Basel.
Is Sandoz owned by Novartis?
- No. Sandoz became a standalone company in 2023 after operating as a Novartis division. Sandoz is ultimately owned by publicly listed Sandoz Group AG.
What is the difference between a generic medicine and a biosimilar?
- A generic medicine is a version of a small-molecule medicine whose patent protection has expired. A biosimilar is a highly similar biological medicine developed after the reference biological product's exclusivity period.
Does Sandoz make prescription medicines?
- Yes. Sandoz produces prescription generic medicines and biosimilars, as well as a range of over the counter products.
Where are Sandoz products sold?
- Sandoz products are sold in more than 100 countries.
Sources: sandoz.com: about sandoz, sandoz-com-br.cms.sandoz.com, sandoz.com: the Sandoz brand, sandoz.com: sandoz legacy pioneering access patients, sustainabilityreports.com, ar.sandoz.com: Sandoz 2025 business report.pdf, sandoz.com: sandoz delivers strong full year results guidance 2026 reflects expected acceleration growth, ar.sandoz.com: Sandoz 2025 Fina report.pdf
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