In 1879, Carl Roth (Carl Roth) established a grocery, paint supplier, and chemist shop in Karlsruhe (Karlsruhe). In 1891, carl roth was appointed "Official Supplier to the Grand Duke of Baden." The first mail-order catalog was published in 1899. In 1907, carl roth operated the first delivery van in Karlsruhe. The laboratory chemicals department was opened in 1928. An efficient manufacturing and bottling department went into operation in 1945. The first edition of the "Rare Natural Substances" catalog was released in 1956. In 1958, Roth launched its proprietary high-pressure laboratory autoclave at the ACHEMA exhibition. In 1971, Roth obtained the patent for the Mercurisorb® high-speed mercury absorber. In 1989, the "Association of Independent Traders" awarded Roth for its environmentally friendly business practices. The first comprehensive Roth catalog, including laboratory equipment, life sciences, and chemicals, was launched in 1990. Roth went online in 1996. In 1999, Roth celebrated 120 years of service. The 10rd comprehensive Roth catalog followed. The Roth catalog also appeared on the internet, offering the option of email shopping. The company moved into modern office buildings in 2001. In 2004, Carl Roth celebrated its 125th anniversary. In 2005, a modern plant for the production and storage of chemicals and reagents was completed at the Karlsruhe Rhine Harbor facility. In 2013, the chemicals and life sciences building expanded its automated small parts warehouse, increasing its area to approximately 8000 square meters. Roth now stores more than 21,000 products in its warehouse. In 2019, the groundbreaking ceremony was held for our new building covering 25,000 square meters. In 2020, the third plant was opened in Karlsruhe. All signs point to the success of the new logistics center. With an automated small parts warehouse 12 meters high and approximately 7000 2 of additional storage space, Carl Roth is well prepared for the future.