Hay, William, Ltd

Sectors:

  • Chemical production Essential oils, flavourings, food additives, etc, production
  • Chemical production Pharmaceutical production & research
  • Distribution - wholesaling, broking, market trading, etc Pharmaceutical, medical equipment, cosmetic & toilet goods distribution
  • Beverage production Soft drinks production inc mineral water

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Established by William Hay, b1825, in 1847 through his acquisition of the chemist's and druggist's business of Thomas Kirkus. Developed as a manufacturing and wholesaling druggist and in 1875 started manufacture of mineral water. This was followed soon after by manufacture of soluble essences and this became dominant activity. Incorporated 1894. 1905 sold pharmacy retail business. Still operating in 1940s.

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