What Maver does

Laboratorios Maver S.A. is a privately held, family-controlled Chilean pharmaceutical laboratory founded in 1923 by pharmaceutical chemist Elias Albala Franco and headquartered in Lampa, on the northern outskirts of Santiago. The company operates GMP-certified manufacturing facilities on a 23,000 m² owned site producing solid, liquid, and semi-solid dosage forms for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, supported by HVAC environmental control, purified water and WFI distribution, closed manufacturing processes, and JDEdwars ERP with barcode/RFID tracking. Its portfolio spans three categories — Maver Farma (OTC and prescription medications), Maver Dental (oral care and anesthetics), and Belleza y Cuidado (beauty, sun care, and personal care) — anchored by flagship brand Tapsin, which has held the #1 spot in Chile's OTC antigripal and analgesic category for more than 12 consecutive years and was named a Top 15 brand in Chile by the Chile 3D study (2016). The portfolio has been expanded through the 2015 acquisitions of Crema Lechuga and Imecol and the 2019-2020 acquisitions of 6 brands from Abbott and 4 brands from Grunenthal.

Name

Maver

Legal name

Laboratorios Maver S.A.

Website

https://maver.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Laboratorios Maver is a privately held Chilean pharmaceutical manufacturer, founded in 1923, that produces and sells OTC medications, dental care, and beauty/personal-care products — including flagship brand Tapsin, the #1 OTC analgesic in Chile — across Chile, Peru, and Bolivia through pharmacy chains, wholesalers, and e-commerce channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

OTC Pharmaceuticals and Consumer Health Manufacturing

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Cold, Flu, Cough & Allergy Remedies (Decongestants, Antihistamines, Cough Syrups, Lozenges) (CRADAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Oral Care Products (Toothpaste, Mouthwash, Dental Floss, Whitening) (CRADAMAA), Hand & Body Care (Lotions, Creams, Body Oils) (CRADANAC)

Keywords

• OTC pharmaceuticals
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Dental care products
• Personal care products
• GMP certified production

Headquarters

HQ city

Santiago

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. OTC Pharmaceutical Products: Sale of over-the-counter medications including Tapsin (antigripal/analgesic), Disfruta (antacid), Armonyl (natural sedative), Dolorub (analgesic cream), Bioflora (probiotic), Diavital (lactase), Fibrasol (fiber supplement), and others. Revenue generated through pharmacy retail chains, wholesale distributors, and direct retail sales in Chile, Peru, and Bolivia.
2. Dental Care Products: Sale of dental care products including Caristop, Daily Caristop, Oralgene, Oralfresh, Doldent, Total Blanc, and dental anesthetics (Alphacaina, Mepisv). Distributed through pharmacy chains, dental suppliers, and wholesale channels.
3. Beauty and Personal Care Products: Sale of cosmetic and personal care products including Leblon Solar sunscreens, Emolan, Australian Gold, Crema Lechuga, Quitoso (head lice treatment), All Out (anti-pediculosis), Nenegloss, Premier insect repellent, Energyday, and Yes! personal lubricant. Distributed through pharmacy chains and retail.
4. Prescription Medicines: Prescription pharmaceutical products acquired through brand purchases from Abbott (6 brands acquired 2019-2020) and Grunenthal (4 brands acquired 2019-2020), including Mulcatel (antiulcer), Imecol (anti-diarrheal), Prolong (male delay spray), Proctogel (anti-hemorrhoidal), and others.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Laboratorios Maver develops, manufactures, and distributes a portfolio of branded over-the-counter (OTC) medications, prescription pharmaceuticals, oral care and dental products, and personal care/beauty products under more than 30 brands (Tapsin, Disfruta, Dolorub, Armonyl, Bioflora, Diavital, Caristop, Oralgene, Leblon Solar, Emolan, Crema Lechuga, Quitoso, and others). Products are manufactured at its GMP-certified plant north of Santiago and sold primarily to consumers through Chilean pharmacy chains and direct operations in Peru and Bolivia.

Product overview

Laboratorios Maver is Chile's #1 OTC pharmaceutical laboratory with a diversified multi-brand portfolio across three main categories: Farma (pharmaceutical/OTC medications including Tapsin, Armonyl, Dolorub, Disfruta, Diavital, Gastroaliv, and others), Belleza y Cuidado (beauty and personal care including Leblon Solar, Australian Gold, Emolan, Crema Lechuga, Mediklin, Quitoso, All Out, Nenegloss, Premier, Yes!, Energyday), and Dental (oral care products including Caristop, Daily Caristop, Oralfresh, Oralgene, Doldent, Total Blanc, dental anesthetics). Founded in 1923, Maver operates GMP-certified manufacturing facilities and distributes products throughout Chile, Peru, and Bolivia. The company employs over 300 people and generated approximately 30 billion pesos in revenue.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tapsin: Leading cold and flu relief medication and analgesic brand, including Tapsin Antigripal, Tapsin Analgésico, and various formulations. Recognized as a top 15 brand in Chile.
• Disfruta
• Dolorub
• Armonyl
• Oralfresh
• Caristop
• Oralgene
• Daily Caristop
• Dental Anesthetics
• Leblon Solar
• Crema Lechuga
• Emolan
• Quitoso
• Cotibin
• Bioflora
• Diavital
• Probiplus

Products and services

• Tapsin Antigripal OTC antigripal medication providing rapid relief of flu and cold symptoms in Day/Night (DN) and Instaflú formats across lemon, honey, and ginger flavors; sold to general consumers through Chilean pharmacy chains.
• Tapsin Analgésico Analgesic and antipyretic for relief of painful and febrile states, headaches, toothaches, lumbago, and muscle pains in adult and child formulations; sold OTC to general consumers.
• Armonyl Natural sedative with day and night specialist formulations containing Valeriana, Passiflora and Crataegus to reduce anxiety, stress and aid sleep; sold OTC as tablets and drops to general consumers.
• Bioflora Antidiarrheal probiotic that restores intestinal flora, indicated for acute nonspecific diarrhea and prevention of antibiotic-induced diarrhea.
• Diavital Lactasa Lactase enzyme supplement for people with lactose intolerance, in 6, 30 and 60-tablet presentations; OTC, sold to general consumers.
• Probiplus Multivitamin dietary supplement with 5 active ingredients, probiotics, prebiotics and superfood extracts in Adult, Woman, Kids and Senior formats.
• Disfruta Effervescent antacid preparation in classic and lemon flavors for relief of gastric hyperacidity symptoms; #1 antacid brand in Chile, sold OTC.
• Dolorub Topical analgesic and anti-inflammatory cream, gel and patch (including copper-patch Dolorub Parche) for muscle pain, bruises, sprains, strains and rheumatic conditions; OTC.
• Fibrasol Natural orange-flavored soluble fiber made from Psyllium seed husk for gentle relief of constipation and bowel regularity.
• Gastroaliv Antacid and anti-diarrheal oral suspension and chewable tablets for relief of acidity, indigestion, diarrhea and nausea.
• Imecol Antibacterial diarrhea medication with a non-absorbed formula that respects intestinal flora; for acute and chronic bacterial diarrhea.
• Mulcatel Prescription anti-ulcer medication containing sucralfate for treatment and prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers and reflux esophagitis, acquired from Abbott.
• Obleas Chinas Traditional analgesic for cold, flu, pain, fever, toothache and body aches in 100 or 200 envelope presentations; the very first product of Laboratorios Maver.
• Proctogel Anti-hemorrhoidal topical treatment with anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic effect for internal and external hemorrhoids in a 30g tube; originally acquired from Grunenthal.
• Prolong Male delay spray with lidocaine to help manage premature ejaculation, sold as a 10g topical spray; acquired from Grunenthal.
• Cotibin Symptomatic cold and flu treatment for rhinorrhea, sneezing, catarrh, watery eyes, headache, fever and muscle pain in 21-tablet format.
• Pancrit Buccopharyngeal antiseptic for inflammatory processes of the mouth and pharynx, used as an adjunct in tonsillitis and oral infections in mint flavor.
• Povin (Vitapovin) Healing and tissue-regenerating cream for burns, irritations and diaper rash in 20g tube and 10g can.
• Predual PMS symptom relief for fluid retention, bloating, emotional sensitivity, breast pain and mood disorders in 10, 12 and 125-tablet presentations.
• Caristop Fluoride-based dental care line for caries prevention, including toothpaste and toothbrushes; sold OTC to general consumers through pharmacy and dental channels.
• Daily Caristop Daily oral hygiene line including toothpaste (White, Sensitive, Total Care, Junior), toothbrushes (Soft, Medium, Kids), interdental brushes and mouthwash for 3-step cavity-free protection.
• Oralfresh Cosmetic mouthwash for daily oral hygiene in Menta Fresca/Fuerte (with alcohol) and Kids (Tutti Frutti, alcohol-free) variants, plus children's toothbrushes and toothpaste.
• Oralgene Chlorhexidine-based antiseptic mouthwash with broad-spectrum action against bacteria, viruses, fungi and yeasts; for plaque control and gingivitis prevention.
• Oralgene Active Treatment mouthwash with active anti-germ protection lasting 8 hours; alcohol-free formula for gingivitis, bacterial plaque and bad breath in 250ml.
• Doldent 7.5% dental anesthetic topical gel for relief of gum and irritated mucosa discomfort from dental procedures, orthodontics and dental prostheses; strawberry-flavored 10g tube.
• Dental Anesthetics (Alphacaina, Mepisv, Intracarelido) Injectable local anesthetics (mepivacaine 3% without vasoconstrictor and lidocaine 2% with epinephrine 1:100,000) in glass cartridge and plastic tube formats for dental procedures; distributed to dental professionals via specialized wholesale partners such as Trema and MayorDent.
• Total Blanc 35% hydrogen peroxide dental whitening gel for vital and non-vital tooth bleaching, supplied in pre-dosed syringes for professional dental office use.
• Acceso Profesional Professional dental access platform offering a virtual medical visit service and product catalog for dental practitioners on the Maver website.
• All Out Anti-pediculosis treatment that eliminates lice and nits with lotion and daily prevention spray; non-toxic and clinically tested.
• Australian Gold Sun care line with bronzing accelerators, self-tanners, sunscreen bronzers and after-sun products featuring exotic scent and UVA/UVB protection.
• Crema Lechuga Classic skin cream with natural ingredients, sulfate-free and paraben-free, providing ultra-hydration for soft and radiant skin; acquired from Arensburg laboratory in 2015.
• Emolan Expert skin care and protection brand with a complete sunscreen line (Family SPF 50, Sport SPF 50+, Kids SPF 50+, Facial Triple Protection SPF 30) and a soap substitute for sensitive skin.
• Energyday Sugar-free energy shot with vitamin B complex and caffeine for alertness and productivity, with added taurine and glucono-delta-lactone.
• Leblon Solar Family sunscreen brand with hypoallergenic, moisturizing, water-resistant formulas lasting 40+ minutes, plus Leblon Bronzer for prolonged tanning.
• Mediklin Alcohol gel sanitizer that eliminates germs and bacteria from hands with a glycerin formula that keeps skin moisturized; available in 100ml to 3.8L formats.
• Nenegloss Advanced regenerating ointment with 40% zinc oxide for prevention and treatment of baby diaper rash, creating a protective barrier against moisture.
• Premier Repelente Mosquito repellent with Aloe Vera; hypoallergenic formula effective against dengue, Zika and Chikungunya transmitting mosquitoes, providing day and night protection.
• Quitoso Crystal emulsifying lotion with nanoparticle silica technology that eliminates lice by breaking their outer shell; contains dimethicone to protect hair and includes a comb.
• Yes! Personal lubricant designed to facilitate and enhance sexual pleasure; dermatologically tested, hypoallergenic, paraben-free, pH-neutral and condom compatible.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tapsin has been the #1 OTC antigripal and analgesic brand in Chile for over 12 consecutive years, entering the Hall of Fame
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Universidad de Chile (Club de Fútbol)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2016Laboratorios Maver, through its Dolorub brand, entered a two-year sponsorship agreement with Universidad de Chile football club, with Dolorub branding appearing on the team's socks. The partnership was described as a strategic alliance, with both parties expressing hope for continued collaboration. Maver CEO Gonzalo Iglesias noted that Universidad de Chile shares the values of the Maver brand.
• Fundación TeletónminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 November 2014Tapsin participated in the Teletón 2014 campaign under the slogan 'Teletón Somos Todos', traveling with the Teletón caravan across Chile to motivate Chileans to contribute. The partnership has continued through multiple years (2014, 2015, 2017) with campaign recognition received.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Genomma Lab Internacional: Mexican-headquartered OTC and personal care company with a Latin America–wide brand portfolio across analgesics, cold/flu, dermatology, and beauty. Highly comparable to Maver in product mix, OTC-heavy portfolio, and Latin American distribution model.
• Eurofarma Laboratórios: Brazilian pharmaceutical laboratory with presence across most Latin American markets including Chile and Andean countries. Comparable to Maver in OTC and consumer health manufacturing scale and regional distribution approach.
• Laboratorios Bagó: Argentine-headquartered Latin American pharmaceutical company with a broad OTC and consumer health portfolio across multiple South American countries. Closely comparable to Maver as a regionally diversified, family-influenced pharma lab competing in OTC and personal care categories.
• Aché Laboratórios: Brazilian pharmaceutical company with prescription, OTC, and consumer health brands across Latin America. Comparable to Maver as a vertically integrated LatAm pharma manufacturer with multi-category portfolio and brand-led GTM.
• Laboratorios SAVAL: Chilean pharmaceutical group with prescription, OTC, and consumer health products distributed across Latin America. Comparable as a Chilean-headquartered pharma lab with a multi-country Andean footprint and similar product breadth.
• Laboratorios Andrómaco: Chilean pharmaceutical laboratory with a multi-category portfolio spanning OTC, dermatology, and personal care. A direct domestic competitor to Maver in Chilean pharmacy shelves, with comparable GTM through pharmacy chains.

Broad incumbents

• Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health (Latin America): Multinational consumer health company with OTC and personal care brands sold across Latin America. Adjacent incumbent competing in categories where Maver plays (analgesics, baby care, skin care, oral care).
• GSK Consumer Healthcare (Latin America): Global OTC and oral care company with Latin American operations in analgesics, respiratory, and oral health. Comparable to Maver as an OTC and oral-care (Caristop/Oralfresh-type) competitor, but at much larger global scale.
• Bayer Consumer Health (Latin America): Global consumer health division operating across Latin America in analgesics, cold/flu, and personal care categories. Overlaps with Maver's Tapsin/Dolorub/Diafrut-type franchises but as part of a much broader multinational portfolio.
• Sanofi Consumer Healthcare (Latin America): Global consumer healthcare player with OTC brands across Latin America, including analgesics, allergy, and digestive health. Comparable in product categories to Maver but operating as part of a much larger global portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MaverNews

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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