Name

Chemist King

Legal name

Chemist King Discount Pharmacy

Website

https://chemistking.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Retail Pharmacy

NAICS

Pharmacies and Drug Retailers (45611), Pharmacies and Drug Retailers (456110)

SIC

Retail-Drug Stores And Proprietary Stores (5912)

akta.pro primary industry

Value Pharmacies & Deep-Discount Pharmacy Retail (CRAEAHAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Discount Drugstores with Clinics (Retail Health Clinics) (CRAEAHAE), Pharmacy & Health Essentials Delivery (CRAFAFAI)

Keywords

• Retail pharmacy
• Pharmacy services
• Vaccination services
• Prescription dispensing
• Health and beauty retail

Headquarters

HQ city

South Melbourne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Retail Pharmacy Products: Sale of pharmacy, health, and beauty products including brand name medications, vitamins, supplements, personal care products, and general pharmacy items. Revenue generated through in-store purchases across 9 South Australian locations.
2. Vaccination Services: Pharmacist-administered vaccinations including flu shots ($24.99 standard), COVID-19, RSV, shingles, whooping cough, measles/mumps/rubella, and meningococcal. Corporate flu vaccination program and on-site nursing home vaccination program (minimum 20 vaccinations at $23.99 each).
3. Prescription Services: Dispensing of prescription medications. E-scripts and paper prescriptions accepted. Services include medication reviews, Webster-pak medication packing, and medication management consultations.
4. Health Services: Various health-related services including free blood pressure checks, sleep apnoea therapy and supplies, absence from work certificates, home medication reviews, compounding medications, and NDIS registered provider services.
5. Pet Medications: Affordable pet prescription services accepting and disposing of prescribed pet medications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Chemist King is a South Australian discount pharmacy chain that sells brand-name pharmacy, health, and beauty products across 9 physical stores. It dispenses prescriptions (including E-Scripts), administers pharmacist-led vaccinations (flu, COVID-19, RSV, whooping cough, meningococcal, MMR, shingles), and provides in-pharmacy health services such as free Webster-pak medication packing, blood pressure checks, compounding, sleep apnoea therapy, UTI service, and NDIS registered provider support. It also runs on-site corporate and aged care vaccination programs and operates the Royalty Club loyalty program.

Product overview

Chemist King Discount Pharmacies is a network of 9 South Australian pharmacies offering a unified retail pharmacy platform with a broad range of products and services. The core offering centres on pharmacy products (trusted brand name pharmacy, health and beauty products) and vaccination services (Flu, COVID, RSV, Whooping Cough, Meningococcal, MMR, Shingles). These are supported by prescription management services including E-Scripts and the MedAdvisor app, the Royalty Club loyalty program, and various health services including FREE Medication Management Consultation, FREE Webster-pak Service, FREE Blood Pressure Checks, Compounding Medication, Sleep Apnoea Therapy, UTI service, and Home Delivery. Additional programs include Corporate Flu Vaccination and On-site Nursing Home Vaccination Programs, Return of Unwanted Medicines (RUM Project), NDIS Registered Provider services, Aged Care, Travel Health, and pharmacy advice content. The company also sells health products including NeilMed SINUS RINSE nasal care products and vitamins/supplements from brands like Swisse, Cenovis, Blackmores, and Nature's Way.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Retail Pharmacy Products (Trusted Brand Name Pharmacy, Health and Beauty) Walk-in retail sale of trusted brand-name pharmacy, health, and beauty products at 9 Chemist King Discount Pharmacy stores across South Australia.
• Flu Vaccinations Pharmacist-administered annual flu vaccinations, including the 2026 trivalent cell-based, high-dose (adults 60+), and adjuvanted (65+) vaccines; standard dose at $24.99.
• COVID-19 Vaccinations FREE COVID-19 vaccination service offering Pfizer vaccines for first, second, third, fourth doses and boosters at selected Chemist King pharmacies.
• RSV Vaccinations Respiratory Syncytial Virus vaccination for eligible pregnant women (free via NIP), adults 75+, Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander people 60+, and adults 60+ with qualifying medical conditions.
• Whooping Cough Vaccination Pertussis (whooping cough) vaccination for adults in close contact with infants; free for eligible groups via National Immunisation Program.
• Meningococcal Vaccination Meningococcal vaccination protecting against strains A, C, W, and Y; free NIP vaccine available for infants at 12 months.
• Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) Vaccination Combined MMR vaccination for protection against measles, mumps, and rubella; free NIP vaccine available for infants and children up to 19 years.
• Shingles (Shingrix) Vaccination Shingrix shingles vaccination recommended for people over 50, available at all Chemist King Discount Pharmacies in South Australia.
• E-Scripts (Electronic Prescription Service) Electronic prescription handling where patients receive prescriptions via SMS or email as QR code tokens, reducing lost prescriptions and dispensing errors.
• MedAdvisor App Prescription Management Mobile app integration connecting users to all Chemist King pharmacies for medication reminders, prescription ordering, repeat management, home delivery (Mt Gambier), and Carer Mode for family prescription management.
• Royalty Club Loyalty Program Free loyalty program where members earn 1 point per $1 spent, receive a $5 birthday voucher, $5 welcome voucher, and access to giveaways and exclusive offers redeemable at any Chemist King Pharmacy.
• Home Delivery Service Prescription and pharmacy product delivery to customer homes; MedAdvisor app enables home delivery for prescriptions at the Mt Gambier store with in-store payment at other locations.
• FREE Webster-pak Medication Packing Service Free medication packing service to help customers organise and manage multiple medications into weekly dose packs.
• FREE Medication Management Consultation Pharmacist consultation reviewing medications and answering customer questions about doctor prescriptions.
• FREE Blood Pressure Checks Free in-store blood pressure monitoring service for walk-in customers.
• Absence from Work Certificates Pharmacist-issued certificates for work absences when clinically appropriate.
• Affordable Pet Scripts Affordable prescription dispensing for pets and disposal of unwanted pet medicines.
• Compounding Medication Service Specialised compounding service producing customised medications tailored to individual patient needs.
• Sleep Apnoea Therapy and Supplies Sleep apnoea consultation, therapy setup, and ongoing equipment and mask supplies, currently offered at the Mount Gambier store.
• UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) Service Pharmacy-based urinary tract infection assessment and treatment service.
• Corporate Flu Vaccination Program On-site workplace flu immunisation service where pharmacists visit business premises to vaccinate groups of 20 or more employees at $23.99 per dose plus admin fees.
• On-site Nursing Home Vaccination Program Pharmacist visits to nursing homes for influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations, with a minimum 20-vaccination order at $23.99 per dose plus additional admin fees.
• Return of Unwanted Medicines (RUM Project) Free medication disposal service accepting prescription medications, OTC products, vitamins, pet medications, and inhalers for safe disposal.
• NDIS Registered Provider Services Registered pharmacy provider of National Disability Insurance Scheme support services including medication management, Webster-pak packing, and home delivery for NDIS participants.
• NeilMed SINUS RINSE Nasal Care All-natural, drug-free nasal care products stocked and sold at Chemist King stores, including the SINUS RINSE easy squeeze bottle nasal irrigation system.
• Vitamins and Supplements Range Extensive range of approximately 400 vitamins and supplements from brands including Chemists' Own, Swisse, Cenovis, Bioglan, Nature's Way, Caruso's, Blackmores, Nature's Own, BioCeuticals, Ethical Nutrients, Herbs of Gold, Naturopathica, Quality Health, and Nutra-Life.
• Intern Training Program (ITP) Structured training program for pharmacy interns offering career development with experienced pharmacists and a potential pathway from intern to pharmacy owner within 3 years.
• Call & Collect Service Free in-store service allowing customers to phone ahead and have items prepared for collection at a scheduled pickup time, available at the Welland store.
• Aged Care Pharmacy Services Pharmacy services tailored for elderly customers, including medication management, health consultations, and aged care facility support.
• Travel Health Services Pre-travel health services including vaccinations, travel medications, and travel health advice for international travellers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 12 million kilograms of medicines disposed of through Return Unwanted Medicines program since 1998
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Classics on the Park (Rotary Club of Campbelltown)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Proud sponsor for 2026 of the annual Classic Car Show held at Thorndon Park Reserve, Paradise SA. This is the 6th annual event raising funds for local CFS. Total of $70K raised since 2019.
• Rostrevor Old Collegians' Football ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Gold Sponsor for 2025. The club competes in A Grade, B Grade, C Grade, D Grade, and LOSA (Loreto Old Scholars Association) with LOSA Football Club added as the clubs Fifth side in 2022.
• Kenilworth Football ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Major Junior Sponsor for Season 2025 as well as sponsoring a Senior Player. Chemist King Colonel Light Gardens supports the club with focus on youth encouragement and community building.
• Kalangadoo Football ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Supporting the Kalangadoo Magpies Football and Netball Club in 2025, strengthening commitment to promoting healthy lifestyle and community well-being in the regional town of Mount Gambier.
• Adelaide Turf Cricket Umpires and Scorers AssociationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Sponsorship for 2024-2025 season. The association is the official Umpires' Association of the Adelaide Turf Cricket Association Inc. (ATCA), one of the largest cricketing bodies in Australia with more than 60 clubs and 220 teams.
• Volleyball South AustraliaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Sponsor for 2024-2025. Volleyball is the #1 family sport globally with over 25,000 people playing in South Australia. VSA captures 8,000 members across various clubs.
• Eastern United Soccer ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Major Junior Sponsor for 2023 and 2025. Established in 2013, EUFC strives to be the leader in identification and development of junior talent. The club fields junior teams from Mini Roos to three senior teams with over 200 members.
• Campbelltown City Soccer ClubcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2022Chemist King has been the proud Major Sponsors of the Campbelltown City Soccer Club since 2022, with a 3-year extension signed until 2028. The partnership echoes core values providing affordable, trusted, experienced and local healthcare to the community. The club has over 400 players in junior portfolio ranging from u6 to u17.
• Tailem Bend Football ClubcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Silver Sponsor since 2019, supporting country football communities and keeping them safe and healthy. The club entered the River Murray Football League in 1946 with strong community tradition.
• River Murray Football LeaguecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2018Lyall Park Sponsorship since 2018, Chemist King joined forces with River Murray Football League to strengthen country communities through Australian Rules football, ensuring health and well-being of each player and their families.
• Murray Bridge Basketball AssociationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2018Silver Sponsor since 2018. The partnership demonstrates diversity and inclusion by championing positive culture in Murray Bridge community. MBBA has 5 basketball clubs representing local competition.
• River Murray Netball AssociationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2016Chemist King is a proud Gold Sponsor of the River Murray Netball Association since 2016. The association is committed to promoting and developing netball through organisation and regulation, governing clubs in Imperial, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Jervois, Mannum, Rambler and Mypolonga.
• Treasure Boxes InccoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015SA based Not For Profit children's charity providing vital essentials to newborns, babies, and children living in severe disadvantage. Since 2015, Treasure Boxes has supported over 417 infants and children and provided over $347,000 in goods to families. Chemist King accepts donations in stores and has donated over $5,000 and 4,000 items since 2021.
• South Gambier Football ClubcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2013Premium Sponsor since 2013. Over 10 years of supporting the Mt Gambier community. The club has 8 Junior and 3 Senior Football teams and 10 Junior and Senior Netball teams with over 250 participants combined.
• MedAdvisorcoreTechnology or IntegrationMedAdvisor app integration allowing customers to manage prescriptions, receive reminders, order medications, and access home delivery through connection with all Chemist King stores.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Chemist Warehouse: Australia's largest discount pharmacy chain and the most direct competitor to Chemist King. Operates EDLP positioning, large-format stores, $2 script promotions, and a national footprint that competes head-to-head with Chemist King's value proposition in South Australia.
• Blooms The Chemist: Australian pharmacy chain with strong health services focus and growing national presence. Blooms and Chemist King overlap in dispensary services, vaccinations, and suburban South Australian customer segments.
• Amcal: National pharmacy banner with comparable service mix including vaccinations, medication reviews, and Webster-pak. Amcal stores in South Australia compete directly with Chemist King on professional services and consumer health categories.
• My Chemist: Discount pharmacy retailer within the Chemist Warehouse group, operating with a similar everyday-low-prices model. My Chemist competes with Chemist King on branded health and beauty product pricing and suburban convenience.
• Priceline Pharmacy: Australian pharmacy chain combining dispensary services with broader beauty and health ranges. Priceline and Chemist King compete for health and beauty customers in South Australian suburban and regional catchments.
• TerryWhite Chemmart: Major Australian pharmacy banner group with strong professional services focus. Competes with Chemist King on pharmacist-led services, vaccinations, and prescription dispensing in shared South Australian locations.
• Pharmacy 4 Less: Discount pharmacy chain operating on EDLP positioning similar to Chemist King. Pharmacy 4 Less competes directly on price-led value proposition in health and beauty categories in shared Australian markets.
• National Pharmacies: South Australian-headquartered pharmacy chain with comparable store count and similar member/loyalty-driven model. National Pharmacies and Chemist King compete for the same South Australian customer base in suburban and regional locations.

Others

• MedAdvisor: Medication management app and technology partner integrated with all Chemist King stores. Adjacent ecosystem participant enabling prescription adherence, e-script token management, and home delivery ordering across Chemist King's network.

Broad incumbents

• Healthylife: Online pharmacy and health retailer affiliated with Chemist Warehouse. Operates broadly across the same health, wellness, and pharmacy categories as Chemist King but through a national e-commerce channel rather than physical stores.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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