Ascensia Contour blood glucose monitoring system

The product shown is a test device from Ascensia Diabetes Care, a well-known name in the glucose monitoring industry. Originally a part of Bayer's Diabetes Care division, the brand has its roots in Germany and the United States, where it contributed to major advancements in diabetic health management. In 2016, Bayer sold this division to Panasonic Healthcare Holdings, leading to the creation of Ascensia as a standalone entity.

Today, the company is under the ultimate ownership of PHC Holdings Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Manufacturing for their various glucose monitoring systems occurs in multiple locations globally, including high-tech facilities in Indonesia and Japan, ensuring precision for medical compliance. This specific item is labeled as a non-saleable test device ('unverk� ufliches Testger� t') intended for the German market, distributed via their local subsidiary in Leverkusen.