.merckmsd Domain
.merckmsd is a brand domain delegated in 2017 and reserved exclusively for MSD Registry Holdings, Inc., tied to the US pharmaceutical company Merck & Co. (MSD).
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About the .MERCKMSD domain
What is the .MERCKMSD domain?
This extension is tied to Merck & Co., the US pharmaceutical company known as MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) outside the United States and Canada, to avoid confusion with the German company Merck KGaA, with which it shares a historical origin but has operated completely independently since 1917. As with most brand extensions on this list, .merckmsd is reserved exclusively for the company's own corporate use, with no registration process open to individuals or external companies.
.merckmsd is a single-registrant brand extension, tied to Merck & Co. (known as MSD outside the US and Canada), the US pharmaceutical company. It is not available for public registration under any circumstances. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .MERCKMSD
Who is the .MERCKMSD domain for?
These are the most common situations where .MERCKMSD is the ideal extension.
Corporate use by Merck & Co. (MSD)
The only real use of this extension, tied to the US pharmaceutical company's identity.
Not available to the general public
No external company or individual can register a .merckmsd domain.
.MERCKMSD vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .MERCKMSD with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .merckmsd This page | Corporate use by MSD Registry Holdings | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .merck | Corporate use by Merck Registry Holdings (a different extension) | Not available to third parties | Not available |
Registration process
How to register your .MERCKMSD domain at miHosting
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Frequently asked questions about the .MERCKMSD domain
Can I register a .merckmsd domain?
No, this extension is reserved exclusively for the corporate use of Merck & Co. (MSD).
Why is the name "MSD" used alongside "Merck"?
Because outside the US and Canada, Merck & Co. identifies itself as MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme), to distinguish itself from the German company Merck KGaA.
Who manages the .merckmsd domain?
MSD Registry Holdings, Inc., based in Kenilworth, New Jersey. It was delegated to the root zone on June 23, 2017.
Is there any commercial way to get a .merckmsd 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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