About Us

Company Introduction

Since 1965, Pau Yuan is the Chinese herbal medicine supplier and the largest of its kind in Malaysia. Pau Yuan specializes in importing and proxy of Chinese herbal medicine, Chinese patent medicine, Chinese medicinal health products and the distribution service of precious Chinese herbs. With its traditional and rigorous processing technique, Pau Yuan not only sits as the most prestigious and time-honored brand in Malaysia, it is also well-known at abroad and favored by different customer tiers.

Pau Yuan has over hundreds of products varieties, making it to be the popular wholesaler for either small company or large enterprise to forge long-term cooperative relationship in Malaysia. In 2012, Pau Yuan has over thousands of Chinese herbal medicine distributors in Malaysia, amongst them including pharmaceutical factories, Chinese herbal medicine shops, TCM clinic, restaurants, souvenir shops, etc.

Mr. Chen Yen Sen

In Honour of Our Founder

With deep respect and gratitude, we honour our late founder, Mr. Chen Yen Sen, a visionary pioneer whose journey in the world of Chinese herbs began in 1965.

Driven by a deep belief in the healing power of traditional Chinese medicine, Mr. Chen Yen Sen dedicated his life to preserving ancient wisdom while bringing quality herbal products to modern world. His values of integrity, perseverance, and respect for nature laid the cornerstone of our company’s mission and philosophy.

Through decades of hard work and unwavering commitment, he transformed a humble beginning into a trusted name in the industry. Although Mr. Chen Yen Sen is no longer with us, his legacy lives on, not only in the business he built, but in the hearts of all who continue his work.

We will continue to uphold his original vision and principles, carrying forward this mission from generation to generation.

Preserving and advancing our ancestral legacy remains a core mission of our organization.
For decades, we have upheld the value of herbal wisdom and an unwavering commitment to quality, transforming a generational heritage into a modern, standardized, and globally oriented Chinese herbal enterprise.

As the industry continues to evolve, we believe that Chinese herbal medicine is not only rooted in tradition but also capable of progressing alongside modern science. We are dedicated to integrating premium herbal ingredients with scientific research and rigorous quality controls, ensuring that the power of herbs enters contemporary life with greater safety, efficacy, and scientific credibility.

As part of the leadership team—and as a steward of this legacy—I remain committed to guiding our organization with clarity and purpose, strengthening our product excellence, advancing our cultural heritage, and driving the company toward sustainable and long-term growth.

Chen Teik Fooi
Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Chen Teik Fooi

Our Mission

Modernize traditional chinese medicine

Our Vision

Committed to building the most influential industry and realizing the concept of integrating traditional Chinese medicine into modern life.

MILESTONES

1952
Mr Chen Yen Sen, the founder of Pau Yuan started as an apprentice since 14 years old.

1952
1965
Started his own Chinese herb store. Located in Butterworth, Penang.

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1965
1986
Mr Chen's children joining the family business, dedicated to its success and improvement.

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1986
1993
Established Pau Yuan Ginseng Sdn. Bhd. Together with his son, Mr Chen Teik Fooi, went to the U.S. and Canada to source for American Ginseng.

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1993
1995
Mr. Chen Teik Fooi formally joined the family business after pursuing further studies in Canada. During his time there, he was actively involved in the procurement of American ginseng and wild ginseng, bringing them into Pau Yuan and becoming one of the early pioneers in developing the American ginseng market in Malaysia. Today, he serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pau Yuan, continuing to lead the company toward growth and innovation.

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1995
2011
Develop the herbal business by establishing a dedicated procurement team, 
focusing on the selection of high-quality herbs.

2011
2012
Pau Yuan supplies many companies and enterprises in Malaysia, including pharmaceutical factories, herbal shops, TCM clinics, restaurants, and souvenir stores.

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2012
2018
Moved from our old retail shop into the industrial area, marking a 
significant step in our growth.

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2018
2019
Pau Yuan and Yuan An Tang officially sign a strategic partnership agreement to elevate the Chinese herbal medicine industry.

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2019
2023
A new 115,000sqf factory and office were built, 
while expanding into cold chain storage to offer better service
.

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2023
2024
Officially launched our cold chain service operations, strengthening our 
capabilities in temperature-controlled storage.


2024
2025
Developed our own in-house finished goods and established PY Healthcare, 
marking a new chapter in our product innovation and healthcare expansion.

2025
1952
Mr Chen Yen Sen, the founder of Pau Yuan started as an apprentice since 14 years old.

1952
1965
Started his own Chinese herb store. Located in Butterworth, Penang.

1965
1995
Mr. Chen Teik Fooi formally joined the family business after pursuing further studies in Canada. During his time there, he was actively involved in the procurement of American ginseng and wild ginseng, bringing them into Pau Yuan and becoming one of the early pioneers in developing the American ginseng market in Malaysia. Today, he serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pau Yuan, continuing to lead the company toward growth and innovation.

Girl in a jacket

1995
2011
Develop the herbal business by establishing a dedicated procurement team, 
focusing on the selection of high-quality herbs.

2011
2018
Moved from our old retail shop into the industrial area, marking a 
significant step in our growth.

Girl in a jacket

2018
2019
Pau Yuan and Yuan An Tang officially sign a strategic partnership agreement to elevate the Chinese herbal medicine industry.

Girl in a jacket

2019
2023
A new 115,000sqf factory and office were built, 
while expanding into cold chain storage to offer better service
.

Girl in a jacket

2023
2024
Officially launched our cold chain service operations, strengthening our 
capabilities in temperature-controlled storage.


2024
2025
Developed our own in-house finished goods and established PY Healthcare, 
marking a new chapter in our product innovation and healthcare expansion.

2025