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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:

medium

small

Employees: 275+

Raw materials, CMO and OTC products

Two GMP certified locations

Customisable (small-sized) packages

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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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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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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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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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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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Singapore

Plants in:

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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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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United States

Plants in:

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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    United Kingdom

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    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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    India

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    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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    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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    FranceBelgium

    Established in: 1952

    Production scale:

    small

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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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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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: 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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    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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    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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    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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    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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      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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      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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      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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        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 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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        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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        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 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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            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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            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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              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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                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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                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 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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                    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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                    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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                        Established in: 1996

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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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                          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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                          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

                          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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                          United States

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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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                          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.