DKSH partners with Teazen, a South Korean functional beverage innovator, to strengthen market presence and bring its popular Kombucha range closer to Malaysian consumers. Teazen’s wellness-boosting alternatives address the growing consumer demand for healthier beverage options. This partnership builds on the successful collaboration between DKSH and Teazen in Thailand.
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, September 18, 2025 – DKSH Business Unit Consumer Goods, a leading partner for companies seeking to grow their consumer goods business in Asia and beyond, has entered into a strategic partnership with Teazen Inc, a South Korean tea company renowned for its innovative and health-focused tea-based products. Through this collaboration, DKSH will drive the expansion and availability of Teazen’s popular Kombucha range across Peninsular Malaysia.
As part of this partnership, DKSH Malaysia will provide full-service Market Expansion Services for Teazen, including sales, field marketing, distribution and logistics, as well as credit and collection, focusing on the modern trade channel. Leveraging its extensive distribution network and local expertise, DKSH will work closely with hypermarkets, supermarkets, and both chain and independent pharmacies across Peninsular Malaysia to help bring these wellness-supporting beverages to more Malaysian consumers.
This collaboration in Malaysia builds on the existing partnership between DKSH and Teazen in Thailand, where DKSH has already been supporting the brand’s market presence and growth. Leveraging this proven track record, the expansion into Malaysia marks another milestone in strengthening Teazen’s footprint across Asia and reflects DKSH’s commitment to bringing innovative, wellness-focused beverages to more consumers in the region.
Jinju Shin, CEO from Teazen shared: “Partnering with DKSH opens a wider market for our products, making them more accessible and closer to the consumers we wish to reach. With DKSH's support, we can strengthen our distribution, visibility, and availability, ensuring that our superior products reach more consumers across Peninsular Malaysia.”
Daniel Schwalb, Vice President, Fast Moving Consumer Goods at DKSH Malaysia, added: “We are excited to partner with Teazen in bringing their globally recognized Kombucha range to Malaysian consumers. With growing demand for functional and healthy beverages, this collaboration positions us well to deliver high-quality, great-tasting products that fit the evolving preferences of consumers. Leveraging DKSH’s strong distribution network and market expertise, we are confident in expanding Teazen’s presence and success in Malaysia.”
This partnership reinforces DKSH’s role as a trusted growth partner for innovative consumer brands in Asia Pacific, while enriching the lives of Malaysian consumers by making wellness-boosting alternatives more accessible.
About Teazen
Founded in 2001, Teazen has established a strong reputation as a pioneer in functional tea beverages, supported by robust research and development and the sourcing of high-quality ingredients from around the world. Best known for its Kombucha, Teazen offers consumers a convenient and delicious way to support their well-being.
About DKSH
For 160 years, DKSH has been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond its Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, DKSH offers sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services, following its purpose of enriching people’s lives. DKSH is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 28,060 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2024. DKSH Business Unit Consumer Goods focuses on fast moving consumer goods, food services, luxury and lifestyle products as well as hair and skin cosmetics. With 14,250 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 3.4 billion in 2024. www.dksh.com/cg