Your Health, Our Passion

Hovid Inc. is a subsidiary of Hovid Bhd., a global pharmaceutical company with over 80 years of experience in research, development and manufacturing of pharmaceutical, special drug delivery systems, and phytonutrients products.

Hovid Inc. was established in 2002 and is engaged in importation, trading, and marketing of finished pharmaceutical products, dietary supplements, and consumer products in the Philippines.

Our Story

Since 1941, our unique heritage and history have shaped our journey, marking significant
milestones along the way.

1940 - 1980
1980s
1991 - 1999
2000 - 2005
2006 - 2020
2021
2022

Building The Business

Ho Yan Hor Herbal Tea has been our longest standing brand since 1940s. The business was first established by our founder. Dr Ho Kai Cheong - the father or Mr. David Ho.

Dr Ho Kai Cheong formulated a unique concoction of 24 specially chosen herbs and developed Ho Yan Hor Herbal Tea. It is effective in relieving body heaviness and cures the common cold, by promoting self-healing. During post World War II, Ho Yan Hor herbal tea became a popular alternative to western medicine because of its fast relief of common cold. In 1957, the Flu Epidemic spread throughout the world and killed millions of people. At this time, Ho Yan Hor herbal tea offered an effective solution and became the most sought after household brand to maintain family health until today.

Transformation To A New Era

The son of Dr Ho Kai Cheong, Mr David Ho, transformed the traditional herbal tea business into a global pharmaceutical company.

A Big Step Towards R&D

1991

Soft gel manufacturing plant commissioned

1993

2nd R&D team formed with School of Pharmaceutical Science, USM

Celebrating Major Milestones

2000

Approved by UNICEF’s drugs procurement program

2001

  • Obtained PIC/s GMP Certification
  • Hovid Inc. incorporated in the Philippines
  • Hovid R&D project published in the International Journal of Pharmaceutics

2002

Acquisition of effervescent disinfectant tablets technology

2003

  • Suprabio patent granted in USA
  • 2nd manufacturing site completed

2005

Publicly listed on the second board of Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange (KLSE) under the name Hovid Berhad

Powering On The Journey As A Major Global Pharmaceutical Partner

2007

Hovid Ltd incorporated in Hong Kong

2008

Hovid R&D team transferred to Hovid Research Sdn Bhd (Now known as Attest Research Sdn Bhd)

2016

  • Restoration of Ho Yan Hor Museum
  • Opening of the Attest Reseach Centre in Penang, the largest Bioequivalence (BE) Centre in Malaysia.

2021

  • Hovid Pte. Ltd. incorporated in Singapore.
  • Ho Yan Hor celebrated 80th Anniversary.

2022

Hovid UK is incorporated in United Kingdom

Largest Exporter in Malaysia
with a Global Sales & Distribution Network

In addition to producing more than 400 products and distributing to over 50 countries,
Hovid is also a partner contract manufacturer for renowned MNCs.

Hovid’s BE centre in Malaysia is adopting the guidelines of the European Medicines Agency (EMA)
for the conduct of BE studies for all of its product.

Our standard which is recognised by
15 countries health authorities

Complies to high manufacturing standard
PIC/s, cGMP, GLP and TGA GMP

Hovid’s registered products are with
BE studies in accordance to the guidelines of the European Medicines Agency (EMA)

Our Awards

2022

Business Achiever Award at the Export Excellence Award

2021

Silver Award at the Export Excellence Award

Consumer Products Category

2021

Top 500 High-Growth Companies in Asia-Pacific

2021

Malaysia’s Growth Champions

2019

Gold Award at the Export Excellence Award

Chemical, Mineral & Alloy Category

2016

Pangkor Dialogue Awards

Excellence in Pharmaceutical

2016

ASEAN Business Awards Malaysia (ABAM)

Healthcare Category

2008

Frost & Sullivan Industrial Technologies Award

2008

ICIS International Innovation Award

2006

Technology Business Review Awards

Excellence in Pharmaceutical Industry

2006

SMB Achievers Award

2006

Best Small Cap Company

2004

Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award

2004

Industry Excellence Award 2004

Our Culture

Quality-Focused

We set a high bar of excellence in our
products, people, customer service and
stakeholders.

Continuous Innovation

We foster continuous learning and a
growth mindset to adapt to new
challenges and stay competitive.

Purpose-Driven

We are energized by the positive impact
of what we do together every day in
building a healthier and better world.

Our Core Values

Innovation

We are committed to improve lives through better health solutions brought about by scientific excellence in R&D.

Communication

For us, communication is hearing what isn’t said. We listen, anticipate and interpret needs & requirements.

Being Ethical & Honest

We believe in transparency in order to deliver trusted services to our customers.

Team Work

We enhance & integrate the capabilities and subject matter expertise of each employee for a better outcome.

Respect

We foster a culture which values the importance of respect and openness to different cultures, views and opinions. We respect the efforts of our employees and the rights of our customer who use our products.