tiens

Tiens is a French word and a multinational company name. In French, tiens is the second-person singular present indicative form of tenir, meaning to hold. It is also used as an informal interjection meaning “here you go” or “look,” often to present something or draw attention, as in Tiens, prends ceci (Here, take this).

Tiens Biotech Group Co., Ltd., commonly styled as TIENS or Tiens, is a multinational corporation focused on health, nutrition, and personal care. It arose in China during the 1990s and is headquartered in Tianjin. The company develops and markets dietary supplements, herbal products, and medical devices, with a distribution network that includes direct selling in many countries. TIENS has pursued international expansion through partnerships, product development, and corporate sponsorship.

The firm has faced regulatory challenges in several markets related to product claims and business practices, and it has been described in various reports as operating a multi-level marketing model in some jurisdictions. Proponents point to charitable activities and global reach; critics have raised concerns about consumer protection and regulatory compliance.