Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can develop rapidly. It is also known as anaphylactic shock. Signs of anaphylaxis include: itchy skin or a raised, red skin rash.
DEFINITION of 'Shell Corporation'. A corporation without active business operations or significant assets. Shell corporations are not necessarily illegal or illegitimate, as they often serve an important for potential startups.
1928 â Shell Development Company Formalized. In 1928, Shell Development Company was organized to identify chemical products that could be made from refinery byproduct gases. One year later, Shell Chemical Company was chartered to manufacture these products, which range today from industrial chemicals to polymers and catalysts to consumer products.