United-Guardian, Inc.

United-Guardian, Inc. is a Delaware corporation that manufactures, markets, and develops specialty cosmetic, personal care, and sexual wellness ingredients, along with a line of healthcare products including pharmaceuticals and medical lubricants, through its Guardian Laboratories division. The company conducts various research and development (R&D) activities, primarily focusing on new and unique specialty cosmetic and sexual wellness ingredients. A priority for many cosmetic customers is the development of new products using natural and environmentally friendly raw materials. The R&D department also modifies, refines, and expands the uses for existing products to further develop their markets. All products marketed by United-Guardian, Inc., with the exception of Renacidin®, are produced at its facility in Hauppauge, New York. Renacidin, a urological product, is manufactured by an outside contract manufacturer. The company's predecessor, United International Research, Inc. (UIR), was founded in New York in 1942. On February 10, 1982, UIR merged with Guardian Chemical Corporation, changing its name to United-Guardian, Inc., a New York corporation. On September 14, 1987, the company merged into a newly formed Delaware corporation with the same name to change its domicile to Delaware. The business emphasizes product innovation, using its development and formulation expertise to maintain market position and drive future growth. The company also focuses on developing new products with unique properties that address unmet market needs. Its products are sold into personal care, medical devices, and healthcare markets.