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Located in:

Germany

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Germany

Established in: 1886

Production scale:

medium

small

Employees: 275+

Raw materials, CMO and OTC products

Two GMP certified locations

Customisable (small-sized) packages

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United States

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United States

Established in: 1975

Production scale:

small

medium

large

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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India

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India

Established in: 2023

Production scale:

small

medium

large

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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Austria

CDMO-CMO


Plants in:

AustriaGermany

Established in: 1934

Production scale:

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small

medium

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

Plants in:

China

Established in: 2014

Production scale:

small

medium

large

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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Switzerland

Established in: 1964

Production scale:

small

medium

large

Employees: 135+

Market leader in Switzerland

Small and medium batch sizes

Pharmaceutical raw materials with a herbal or synthetic basis

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United States

CDMO-CMO


Plants in:

GermanyFranceGreeceSwitzerlandNorwayJapan

Production scale:

large

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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    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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    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

    Established in: 1987

    Production scale:

    medium

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    large

    Employees: 50+

    ISO 9001:2015 & SGS audited supplier

    One-stop CDMO Solutions for APl and Key intermediates

    Specialized in APIs & Pharmaceutical Intermediates for 37 years

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    CDMO-CMO


    Plants in:

    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

    Established in: 2008

    Production scale:

    large

    medium

    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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    Plants in:

    United States

    Established in: 2005

    Production scale:

    medium

    small

    Employees: 200+

    Portfolio of over 2,000 APIs

    Precise quality control

    End-to-end global regulatory support

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    Located in:

    Germany

    Plants in:

    Germany

    Production scale:

    large

    medium

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    CDMO-CMO


    Plants in:

    FranceBelgium

    Established in: 1952

    Production scale:

    small

    medium

    large

    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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    Located in:

    United Kingdom

    CDMO-CMO


    Plants in:

    United Kingdom

    Established in: 2006

    Production scale:

    small

    medium

    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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    Plants in:

    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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    Plants in:

    Germany

    Established in: 2008

    Production scale:

    large

    small

    medium

    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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    Plants in:

    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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    Located in:

    China

    Plants in:

    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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      Denmark

      Plants in:

      Denmark

      Established in: 1965

      Production scale:

      small

      medium

      large

      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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      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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      Located in:

      Germany

      Plants in:

      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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      Plants in:

      Spain

      Established in: 1955

      Production scale:

      small

      medium

      large

      Employees: 500+

      BFS expertise with FDA Approval for Sterile Manufacturing

      USA and European Quality

      Innovative solutions for ophthalmology and otorhinolaryngology

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      ItalyPortugal

      Established in: 1993

      Production scale:

      small

      medium

      large

      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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      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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      Germany

      Plants in:

      Germany

      Established in: 1997

      Production scale:

      small

      medium

      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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      Plants in:

      United States

      Established in: 2016

      Production scale:

      medium

      small

      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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      Located in:

      United States

      Plants in:

      United States

      Established in: 1881

      Production scale:

      large

      Noted for excellence in blood products and biologics.

      Committed to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in healthcare.

      Pioneering in research and development of blood-derived therapeutics.

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      Located in:

      United States

      Plants in:

      United States

      Established in: 2017

      Production scale:

      large

      Specialized in API and intermediate manufacturing with a focus on quality.

      Advanced R&D capabilities for complex chemistry challenges.

      Competitive pricing with a commitment to timely delivery.

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        Located in:

        France

        Plants in:

        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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          Located in:

          Norway

          CDMO-CMO


          Plants in:

          Norway

          Established in: 2007

          Production scale:

          small

          large

          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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          Located in:

          Germany

          CDMO-CMO


          Plants in:

          Germany

          Established in: 2009

          Production scale:

          large

          Specialized in enzyme-based products and custom biocatalysis solutions.

          Strong focus on sustainability and green chemistry in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

          Innovative R&D for novel enzyme applications and process optimization.

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            Located in:

            Italy

            CDMO-CMO


            Plants in:

            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 States

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              United States

              Established in: 1996

              Production scale:

              large

              small

              medium

              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

              CDMO-CMO


              Plants in:

              United States

              Customized supplement manufacturing with a focus on quality and compliance.

              Wide range of capabilities from capsules to powders and liquids.

              Strong emphasis on turnkey solutions and timely delivery.

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              Located in:

              Belgium

              CDMO-CMO


              Plants in:

              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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              United States

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              United States

              Established in: 2020

              Production scale:

              medium

              Specialized in gene therapy and viral vector production.

              Expertise in both clinical and commercial scale manufacturing.

              Focus on quality, safety, and regulatory excellence in biologics.

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              Located in:

              United States

              CDMO-CMO


              Plants in:

              United States

              Established in: 2020

              Production scale:

              medium

              Innovative approach to biomanufacturing and complex biologics.

              Cutting-edge technology for next-generation therapies.

              Strong focus on accelerating the development of transformative medicines.

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                Plants in:

                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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                  Located in:

                  United States

                  CDMO-CMO


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                  United States

                  Established in: 1977

                  Specialized in custom nutraceuticals and dietary supplements manufacturing.

                  Innovative approach to product formulation and packaging.

                  Strong emphasis on natural and clean label products.

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                    Located in:

                    United Kingdom

                    CDMO-CMO


                    Plants in:

                    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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                      CDMO-CMO


                      Plants in:

                      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

                      CDMO-CMO


                      Plants in:

                      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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                      Located in:

                      Spain

                      CDMO-CMO


                      Plants in:

                      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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                        Canada

                        Plants in:

                        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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                        United States

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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

                          Plants in:

                          United States

                          Focus on innovative nutritional and dietary supplements.

                          Comprehensive services from formulation to manufacturing and packaging.

                          Strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction in the wellness sector.

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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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                          Located in:

                          France

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                          Plants in:

                          France

                          Established in: 1954

                          Production scale:

                          large

                          Employees: 22,000

                          Global flexibility with 16 manufacturing sites

                          More than 50 products commercialized over 60 years

                          22,000 employees, with 2,900 dedicated to R&D

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                            United States

                            CDMO-CMO


                            Plants in:

                            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

                            Plants in:

                            United States

                            Production scale:

                            large

                            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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                            Located in:

                            United States

                            CDMO-CMO


                            Plants in:

                            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

                              CDMO-CMO


                              Plants in:

                              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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                              United States

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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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                              India

                              Established in: 1998

                              Production scale:

                              small

                              medium

                              large

                              Employees: 1000

                              Facilities with global regulatory compliance

                              Customized and Flexible Collaboration Models

                              End-to-end drug discovery

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                              Italy

                              CDMO-CMO


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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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                                CMO/CDMO - Contract (Development) Manufacturing Organizations

                                CDMOs and CMOs are pivotal in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, offering specialized services in drug development and manufacturing. They assist in scaling up production from laboratory to commercial quantities, while adhering to strict regulatory standards. These organizations play a crucial role in the efficient and cost-effective production of medical and pharmaceutical products, ensuring quality and compliance at every stage.


                                Pharmaoffer's category for Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) encompasses a wide range of specialized services crucial to the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. These organizations, often referred to as pharmaceutical CDMOs or drug CMOs, are instrumental in advancing drug development and manufacturing processes.


                                Key Functions of CMOs/CDMOs:


                                • Drug Development and Manufacturing Expertise: Offering comprehensive services in drug development, from initial research and development to full-scale manufacturing. This includes CDMO services and CMO manufacturing, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to market.

                                • Scalability Solutions: Assisting in scaling production from laboratory to commercial scale, meeting the demands of various projects while maintaining quality and efficiency. This is where the expertise of a full-service CDMO becomes invaluable.

                                • Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensuring adherence to strict regulatory standards such as FDA and EMA guidelines, and implementing rigorous quality control measures throughout the manufacturing process. This includes operating within GMP certified facilities to guarantee the highest standards of production.

                                • Cost-Effective Production: Providing efficient and cost-effective solutions for the production of medical and pharmaceutical products, enabling companies to focus on innovation and marketing. CMO contract manufacturing plays a key role in this aspect.

                                • End-to-End Service Provision: From concept to commercialization, CMOs/CDMOs offer a range of services including process optimization, formulation development, clinical trial material production, and commercial manufacturing. This comprehensive approach is often referred to as Contract Development Manufacturing.


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