.merck Domain
.merck is a single-registrant brand domain managed by Merck Registry Holdings, Inc. Its history includes a dispute between Merck KGaA (Germany) and Merck & Co./MSD (US), the two companies sharing the "Merck" name following their 1917 split.
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About the .MERCK domain
What is the .MERCK domain?
This extension has a particularly complex history: the "Merck" name belongs both to Merck KGaA, based in Darmstadt, Germany (the original pharmaceutical and chemical company, founded in 1668), and to Merck & Co. (known as MSD outside the US and Canada), based in the United States. Both companies share the same historical origin but have operated independently since the US government seized the American subsidiary during World War I in 1917. This duality led to legal disputes over control of extensions such as .merck and .merckmsd during the ICANN application process. As with most brand extensions on this list, .merck is reserved exclusively for corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.merck is a single-registrant brand extension tied to the Merck pharmaceutical name. This extension has historically been the subject of a dispute between Merck KGaA (based in Darmstadt, Germany, the original company following the 1917 split) and Merck & Co./MSD (based in the US), both of which hold rights to the "Merck" name in different parts of the world. It is not available for public registration under any circumstances. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .MERCK
Who is the .MERCK domain for?
These are the most common situations where .MERCK is the ideal extension.
Corporate use tied to the Merck brand
The only real use of this extension, subject to the history of dispute between the two "Merck" companies.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .merck domain.
.MERCK vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .MERCK with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .merck This page | Corporate use by Merck Registry Holdings | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .merckmsd | Corporate use by MSD Registry Holdings (a different extension) | Not available to third parties | Not available |
Registration process
How to register your .MERCK domain at miHosting
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Frequently asked questions about the .MERCK domain
Can I register a .merck domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for corporate use tied to the Merck brand.
Why are there two companies named Merck?
Because the US government seized the American subsidiary of the original German company during World War I, in 1917, giving rise to two independent companies.
What is this extension's relationship to .merckmsd?
Both are tied to the two companies sharing the Merck name, managed by different registry entities.
Who manages the .merck domain?
Merck Registry Holdings, Inc.
Is there any commercial way to get a .merck domain?
No, there are no registrars offering this extension to the public.
What alternative does miHosting recommend?
A generic extension like .com, available immediately. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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