Our identity
The RAHN-Group
The RAHN-Group is an international family business based in Switzerland that has been operating for over 80 years.
Innovative technology company
As an innovative technology company, we supply demanding industries with natural and synthetic raw materials. We combine high-quality products, in-depth expertise and comprehensive services to offer our customers tailor-made integrated solutions.
We think long-term
We think long-term, respond quickly, take a cooperative approach and are prepared to enter into and stand by commitments.
We assume social and cultural responsibility and trust in the ability and loyalty of our employees and business partners.
Our Values & Culture
RAHN-Figures
RAHN is a global supplier of innovative performance materials with sales activities in 55 countries and with a turnover well above 100 million Swiss Francs.
Ownership
Ana Patricia Rahn Erden
At the beginning of 2006, Ms. Ana Patricia Rahn Erden has acquired a majoritiy share of the RAHN-Group from her father Hans Konrad Rahn.
Ms. Rahn holds a law degree and is member of the Board of Directors of the company. Besides other activities, she is chairing the Rahn Kulturfonds and is member of the Board of the Rahn Foundation.
Hans Konrad Rahn
1933 - 2009
As the second generation owner, Hans Konrad Rahn managed the family company RAHN AG for 25 years. It was always important to him to create an interesting work environment and to grant the employees considerable freedom to achieve the company's goals. On top of this, he was highly involved in social and cultural issues. This is reflected in the Rahn Foundation and the Rahn Kulturfonds.
In 1992, Hans Konrad Rahn retired from operative responsibilities of the company and from 2000 to 2009 he served as Honorary President of the Board of Directors.
Our History
2023
3D printing laboratory opened at RadLab AG
Introduction of the RAHN-Cosmetic Actives brand
25 year anniversary of RAHN USA Corp.
2022
25 year anniversary of RadLab AG
2021
Expansion into Hair Care RAHN-Cosmetic Actives
First RAHN Sustainability Report published
2019
Laboratory opened at RAHN Trading (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
Cosmetics expansion with own RAHN USA sales team
2016
RAHN NL B.V. founded in the Netherlands
2015
75 year anniversary of the RAHN-Group
2014
RAHN France Sarl founded in France
Cosmetics application laboratory opened at RAHN UK Ltd.
2011
RAHN Trading (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. founded in China
2006
Hans Konrad Rahn hands over the majority shareholder position to Ana Patricia Rahn Erden
Focus on EnergyCuring and Cosmetics
2005
Spin-off of medical technology business
2004
Rahn Kulturfonds association founded
2003
Rahn Foundation founded
2000
RAHN Minimed AG founded
1999
Development of own-brand active ingredients for cosmetics
1998
RAHN USA Corp. founded in the United States
1996
RadLab AG founded (joint venture with Walter Mäder AG)
1988
RAHN UK Ltd. founded in the United Kingdom
1984
RAHN GmbH founded in Germany
1982
Three business areas: EnergyCuring, Cosmetics, Medtech
1975
Distribution of medical equipment
1974
Hans Konrad Rahn takes over as the majority shareholder from his father
1965
Portfolio expanded to include raw materials for the cosmetics industry
1940
Founded as a one-man business by Hans Rahn (trading in chemicals)
Your personal contact
Monika Kamm
Assistant to the Executive Management
RAHN AG
+41 44 315 42 00
monika.kamm@rahn-group.com