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GermanyFranceGreeceSwitzerlandNorwayJapan

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Specialized in complex product development and manufacturing.

High-quality standards with a focus on customer-specific needs.

Agile and innovative approach to CDMO services.

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India

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India

Established in: 2023

Production scale:

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Employees: 1000+

Expertise in Conventional, Complex, and Niche Chemistries

End-to-end Support from early development to Commercial Phases

Comprehensive Analytical Support Facilities

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India

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India

Established in: 1998

Production scale:

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Employees: 1000

Facilities with global regulatory compliance

Customized and Flexible Collaboration Models

End-to-end drug discovery

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United States

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United States

Established in: 1975

Production scale:

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Employees: 234

45+ years of experience in oral solid and nonsterile oral liquid

Specialization in pediatric, geriatric, and controlled-substance

Reliable and flexible full-service production partner

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Germany

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Germany

Established in: 2008

Production scale:

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Employees: 4.000

With 14 production sites in Europe and the USA

7 Development Centers of Excellence covering all dosage forms

13 locations with Technology Services on site for seamless Tech Transfer and product Life-Cycle Management

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Germany

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Germany

Established in: 1886

Production scale:

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Employees: 275+

Raw materials, CMO and OTC products

Two GMP certified locations

Customisable (small-sized) packages

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Plants in:

United States

Established in: 2016

Production scale:

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Low Volume high value API Fill and Finish Service

In-line monitoring, SKAN Isolators, Highly Experienced Staff

Capacity Available, Ready for your API

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AustriaGermany

Established in: 1934

Production scale:

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Employees: 1500

Full-Service CDMO with End-to-End Solutions

Reliable Global Distribution Operating in over 70 countries

Specialized in hormones, crystal-suspensions and complex injectables

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China

Established in: 2019

Production scale:

large

Employees: 10+

Focused on pharmaceutical industry

Reasonable price for the customers

Full service from R&D stage to commercial stage

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China

Established in: 2013

Production scale:

medium

Employees: 25+

ISO9001 certified

Drug R&D center (in Hangzhou)

From lab scale (mg/g) to commercial scale (kgs/tons)

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India

Established in: 2021

Production scale:

small

Employees: 19

API, Intermediates, Building Blocks, Impurities, Amino acids and Peptides

Small quantity APIs to commercial scale

GMP and USFDA certification based on quantity, order, assignment.

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India

Plants in:

India

Established in: 2022

Production scale:

large

Employees: 50

Complex Chemistry Expertise – 30+ advanced chemistries backed by a strong R&D team

End-to-End Molecule Development from Idea to Commercial Scale

Global Quality, India Advantage – cGMP/FDA-compliant facilities, world-class SHE & IP standard at effecient pricing

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Located in:

China

Plants in:

China

Established in: 2016

Production scale:

large

Certified by US FDA

Well-Established Environmental, Health & Safety Protocols

Seasoned Project Execution Team

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China

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China

Established in: 2016

Production scale:

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Employees: 200

PFAS-Free Peptides

Certified Quality & Sustainability with ISO 9000 certification and RSPO audited supplier & GMP

Specialized in APIs & Pharmaceutical Intermediates

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China

Established in: 1987

Production scale:

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Employees: 50+

ISO 9001:2015 & SGS audited supplier

One-stop CDMO Solutions for APl and Key intermediates

Specialized in APIs & Pharmaceutical Intermediates for 38 years

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United StatesIndiaFranceGermanyUnited KingdomSpainItaly

Established in: 1991

Production scale:

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Employees: 3,500+

More than 12 GMP manufacturing facilities (EU, US, India)

Portfolio of more than 240 commercial APIs

We are experts in the cGMP production of highly potent compounds

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    United States

    Established in: 2010

    Employees: 185

    15 years of experience in synthetic chemistry, PhD & Master up to 50 employees

    Logistics advantage: global customers can be delivered within 2-7 working days

    Confidentiality Assured: With confidentiality clauses to ensure customer data security

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      India

      Established in: 1989

      Production scale:

      large

      Employees: 5000+

      6 production facilities approved by USFDA, AGES-Austria, PMDA, WHO

      R&D Centers with capabilities of ANDAs, DMFs and NDDS

      462+ patents filed for drug substances and polymorphs

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      China

      Established in: 2008

      Production scale:

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      Employees: 300+

      More than 150 patents based on independent intelligence

      Expertise in anti-tumor, anti-diabetes and cardiovascular API and intermediates.

      GMP facility with annual production capacity of 300M

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      ItalyPortugal

      Established in: 1993

      Production scale:

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      Employees: 600

      Integrated innovative platforms for Technology Transfer (TT&GO®)

      Fermentation, purification, and chemical synthesis technologies on the same site

      Scalability from Laboratory and Pilot to Industrial scales

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      Singapore

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      Singapore

      Established in: 2011

      Production scale:

      small

      Employees: 50+

      Comprehensive Product Portfolio with Competitive Pricing.

      Focus on Quality and Regulatory Compliance, One-stop, Responsive, End-to-End Service from R&D Through Commercialization.

      Expertise and Reliability in Pharmaceutical Material Supply, Backed by a Singaporean Presence.

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      China

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      China

      Established in: 2012

      Production scale:

      medium

      Employees: 180

      A high-tech enterprise with 13 own patents granted

      Strong R&D system with ISO9001 / ISO14001 / OHSAS18001 certification

      Provide professional CMO & CDMO service

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        Germany

        Established in: 1980

        Production scale:

        medium

        Employees: 30+

        EU-GMP and DIN EN ISO 9001:2015

        Pioneer in the fractionation of sheep plasma

        Pure & sterile high-quality products

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        United States

        Established in: 2005

        Production scale:

        medium

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        Employees: 200+

        Portfolio of over 2,000 APIs

        Precise quality control

        End-to-end global regulatory support

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        Poland

        Established in: 1951

        Production scale:

        medium

        Employees: 455+

        Largest Polish manufacturer of pharmaceuticals and a leader of the Polish pharmaceutical market.

        FDA approved european manufcaturing facilities

        Export APIs to more than 60 countries worldwide

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        Denmark

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        Denmark

        Established in: 1965

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 600+

        Pharmaceutical-quality dextrans meeting the highest standards and complying with major pharmacopeias

        Manufactured in a cGMP facility in Denmark, inspected by both the FDA and EMA

        Documented quality and certifications from the US FDA and EDQM for smooth regulatory submission

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        Germany

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        Germany

        Established in: 1997

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 140

        Top-tier adherence to global pharmaceutical standards including GMP, FDA and EMA

        Specialized advanced chemistry laboratory focused on upscaling and GMP transfer processes

        Comprehensive analytical services to meet precise client specifications.

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        Latvia

        Established in: 1972

        Production scale:

        medium

        Employees: 1,000+

        EU-GMP for APIs and CEP for certain APIs

        Exporting to over 50 countries worldwide

        Long-standing technological advantage in adamantane, quinuclidine and nitrofurane chemistry

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        China

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        China

        Established in: 2003

        Production scale:

        large

        Employees: 4000+

        20+ years’ expertise in API manufacturing, trusted for quality and global compliance.

        Listed pharma leader in China, prioritizing transparency and regulatory excellence.

        End-to-end integration from R&D to scalable production, delivering cost-efficient solutions.

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        FranceBelgium

        Established in: 1952

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 550+

        API manufacturing (Innovators, Generics and Highly Potent)

        A tailor-made and flexible service approach

        State-of-the-art analytical services including solid form and QbD laboratories

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        United Kingdom

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        United Kingdom

        Established in: 2006

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 20

        Quality Assurance: Products are manufactured from the finest raw materials and undergo rigorous testing.

        Tailored Customisation & Compliance: Providing end-to-end solutions to meet your business

        Dependable Expertise and Supply: Backed by years of industry experience and a robust supply chain.

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        United States

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        China

        Established in: 2006

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 3500

        Silver EcoVadis awardee committed to sustainability

        Exceptional synthesis experience of HPAPIs

        One-stop CDMO Solutions for APl and Key intermediates

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        Switzerland

        Established in: 1964

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 135+

        Market leader in Switzerland

        Small and medium batch sizes

        Pharmaceutical raw materials with a herbal or synthetic basis

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        Germany

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        Germany

        Established in: 1982

        Production scale:

        small

        Employees: 30+

        Modern GMP facility

        Team of academics and technical experts

        Small to large batch sizes possible

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        Spain

        Established in: 1955

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 500+

        BFS expertise with FDA Approval for Sterile Manufacturing

        USA and European Quality

        Innovative solutions for ophthalmology and otorhinolaryngology

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        China

        Established in: 2014

        Production scale:

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        Employees: 1000+

        23 years of production experience

        6 workshops and 9 production lines which has 100t/month production capacity

        4 USDMFS & 5 CEPS & 200+ Patents

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        United States

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        United States

        Established in: 1933

        Production scale:

        large

        Pioneering in advanced delivery technologies and development solutions.

        Extensive global network ensuring supply chain resilience.

        Tailored services across biologics, gene therapies, and pharmaceuticals.

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        China

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        China

        Established in: 2023

        Production scale:

        medium

        Employees: 34

        Ensures stability across batches from gene editing to enzyme and UDCA production

        GMP standards compliance to ensure the lowest levels of single, total, and C impurities within the product category

        Customized services, supplying enzymes for UDCA conversion and crude UDCA products with purity from 85% to 99.99%

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        United States

        Leaders in dermatological product development and testing.

        Innovative solutions for skin permeation and absorption studies.

        Strong focus on client-centric, scientifically driven services.

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          United States

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          United States

          Production scale:

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          Expertise in cell therapy development and manufacturing.

          Tailored solutions for autologous and allogeneic cell therapies.

          Cutting-edge technology for scalable and efficient cell therapy production.

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          United States

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          Established in: 1996

          Production scale:

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          Leading in biopharmaceutical development and biologic API production.

          Comprehensive services from cell line development to commercial manufacturing.

          Strong track record in delivering complex and high-quality biologics.

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          United States

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          United States

          Established in: 1995

          Innovator in blow-fill-seal technology for sterile liquid dosages.

          Expertise in unit dose packaging for ophthalmics and respiratory solutions.

          State-of-the-art facilities ensuring precision and scalability.

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            United States

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            United States

            Production scale:

            large

            Leading in aerosol and transdermal drug delivery systems.

            Expertise in both small molecule and biologic drug formulation.

            Strong track record in bringing complex therapies to market.

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            United States

            Established in: 1942

            Production scale:

            large

            Over 100 unique marketed pharmaceutical products and 17 approved product applications since 2019

            Manufacturing capacities : 3.5B Oral Solid doses and 2.0M liters of liquids per year

            We specialize in contract manufacturing of Oral Solid Dose (OSD) and Liquids, including high potency substances and small molecules.

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              Belgium

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              Belgium

              Established in: 2018

              Production scale:

              large

              Comprehensive drug development services from molecule to market.

              Expertise in nanomedicine and drug repurposing.

              Tailored project management ensuring efficiency and transparency.

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              Spain

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              Spain

              Established in: 1940

              Production scale:

              large

              Leading global provider of plasma-derived medicines.

              Strong focus on innovation in bioscience solutions.

              Comprehensive services from plasma collection to finished product.

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                Italy

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                Italy

                Expertise in ophthalmic drug delivery solutions.

                Committed to high-quality standards and patient safety.

                Innovative R&D for advanced ophthalmic formulations.

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                  United Kingdom

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                  United Kingdom

                  Specialized in sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing.

                  Focus on flexibility and customization for client-specific needs.

                  State-of-the-art technology ensuring quality and efficiency.

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                    Italy

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                    Italy

                    Dedicated to high-quality ophthalmic and ENT product manufacturing.

                    Emphasis on natural and gentle formulations for sensitive applications.

                    Italian excellence in innovative product development and production.

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                      Germany

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                      Germany

                      Established in: 1885

                      Production scale:

                      large

                      Strong heritage in pharmaceutical innovation and biotechnology.

                      Comprehensive range of services from early development to commercial supply.

                      Focus on quality, reliability, and sustainability in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

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                      Germany

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                      Germany

                      Established in: 1950

                      Excellence in aseptic filling and packaging solutions for biologics.

                      Customized solutions for pre-filled syringes, vials, and cartridges.

                      Strong track record in supporting global market launches.

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                        Norway

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                        Norway

                        Established in: 2007

                        Production scale:

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                        Specialized in liquid and semi-solid pharmaceuticals manufacturing.

                        Nordic excellence in quality and reliability.

                        Flexible production capabilities catering to a wide range of batch sizes.

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                        France

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                        France

                        Established in: 1962

                        Production scale:

                        large

                        500 millions of lozenges per year at the Aignan site

                        143 million packs per year at the Gien site

                        252 formulations per year at the Cahors site

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                          United States

                          Established in: 2018

                          Production scale:

                          large

                          Successfully inspected by TGA, PMDA, MHRA, ANVISA, Health Canada, MPA, IMB, & FDA

                          All facilities are in good standing with all regulatory authorities, including DEA, EPA, OSHA

                          Quality Management System and supporting analytical processes are almost 100% electronic

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                          United States

                          Established in: 1928

                          Production scale:

                          large

                          Advanced polymers technology for optimized drug delivery systems.

                          Global capabilities in complex formulations and specialty chemicals.

                          Emphasis on collaborative partnerships for innovative solutions.

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                          United States

                          Established in: 2002

                          Production scale:

                          large

                          Specialized in biologics CDMO services with a focus on monoclonal antibodies.

                          Advanced facilities for clinical and commercial-scale manufacturing.

                          Strong commitment to quality and regulatory compliance.

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                          Canada

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                          Canada

                          Established in: 2014

                          Specialized in sterile ophthalmic and injectable formulations.

                          Focus on flexibility and customization for client-specific needs.

                          Advanced manufacturing capabilities in a controlled environment.

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                          What Are Contract Pharma Services?

                          Contract pharma services—also called pharma outsourcing services or pharmaceutical outsourcing—refer to hiring specialised external organisations to handle key stages of drug discovery, development and manufacturing. These partners (CDMOs, CMOs, CROs and other niche providers) supply the GMP infrastructure, technical expertise and regulatory know-how that allow innovators to move molecules from lab bench to commercial product without the heavy capex of building their own facilities.


                          Why Outsource? Top Advantages

                          • Accelerated Timelines: Tap into pre-validated processes and qualified plants to shave months off development and scale-up.
                          • Capital Efficiency: Convert fixed overhead into variable expenditure—pay only for the capacity you use.
                          • Regulatory Peace of Mind: Work with partners that hold FDA, EMA, MHRA, WHO-GMP, ISO and other global certifications.
                          • Access to Cutting-Edge Tech: High-potency suites, continuous manufacturing, aseptic isolators, nano-milling—available without multi-million-euro investments.

                          Choose Your Service Chapter

                          Before you explore provider profiles, decide which chapter of the pharmaceutical value chain you need help with:


                          1. Drug Substance (CDMO / CRO)

                          The drug substance—also known as the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API)—is the therapeutic core of every medicine.


                          Typical services include:

                          • Route scouting & process chemistry
                          • cGMP API manufacturing (small-, mid- and large-scale)
                          • Highly potent & controlled-substance handling
                          • Analytical method development & validation
                          • Tech transfer and scale-up support

                          Ideal partners: CDMOs and CROs experienced in synthetic or biologic API production, with proven regulatory track records.


                          2. Drug Products (Manufactured by CMOs)

                          Once your API is ready, it must be formulated into a drug product that patients can safely administer.


                          Typical services include:

                          • Formulation & process development (oral, parenteral, topical, inhalation, etc.)
                          • Sterile fill-finish and lyophilisation
                          • Tableting, capsule filling, sachet & stick-pack filling
                          • Primary & secondary packaging, labelling and serialisation
                          • Stability studies and ICH-compliant storage

                          Ideal partners: CMOs with dosage-form expertise, modern fill-finish lines, and robust quality-management systems.


                          How to Use This Directory

                          1. Define your Project Needs: Click Drug Substance or Drug Products above to narrow results to the services you need.
                          2. Refine with Filters: Apply filters—capacity range, certifications, geography—to shortlist partners.
                          3. Compare Profiles: Review facility photos, batch-size capabilities, QMS details and audit history.
                          4. Request Quotes Instantly: Send RFQs to multiple providers via Pharmaoffer’s secure messaging—no hidden mark-ups or broker fees.

                          Quality & Regulatory Considerations


                        • Regulatory Track Record: Demonstrates consistent GMP compliance and successful authority inspections.
                        • Technical Fit: Specialised equipment (HPAPI isolators, lyophilisers, sterile suites) aligned with your molecule’s needs.
                        • Scalability: Ability to move from pilot batches to commercial volumes without changing sites.
                        • Supply-Chain Resilience: Multisite redundancy and geographic spread to mitigate disruptions.
                        • Quality Culture: Strong QMS, data-integrity controls and transparent deviation management.


                        • Frequently Asked Questions

                          What’s the difference between a CDMO and a CMO?

                          All CDMOs are CMOs, but CDMOs also provide development services—route optimisation, formulation R&D—while CMOs focus solely on manufacturing.

                          How do I verify a partner’s GMP status?

                          Each profile contains downloadable certificates (FDA, EMA, WHO, ISO). You can also request the latest audit reports directly.

                          Can early-stage biotechs afford outsourcing?

                          Yes. Outsourcing gives small teams access to world-class facilities without upfront investment; you pay for the batches you need.

                          What information is required for an accurate quote?

                          Molecule details, dosage form, batch size, projected volumes, timelines, and any special handling requirements (e.g., cytotoxic, cold-chain, controlled substances).

                          Do providers offer end-to-end support?

                          Some partners cover both Drug Substance and Drug Product; others specialise. Start with the chapter you need and explore integrated options.


                          Ready to Accelerate Your Project?

                          Choose Drug Substance or Drug Products and connect with GMP-certified experts to move your molecule forward—faster, safer and more cost-effectively.