About BioDuro

BioDuro combines integrated discovery, development, and manufacturing capabilities with the agility, responsiveness, and hands-on support of a boutique partner helping biotech and pharma teams move programs forward with greater speed and flexibility.

With 2,200+ scientists and 1,500+ global customers, we support programs across Chemistry, Biology, DMPK, and CMC from early discovery through manufacturing.

Headquartered in Irvine, California, our organizational structure enables faster decisions, closer collaboration, and a more seamless customer experience without unnecessary complexity.

BioDuro has supported biotech and pharmaceutical innovators since 1996, combining scientific depth with a collaborative, hands-on approach.

With 2,200+ scientists across eight campuses, we work as a close extension of your team helping advance programs from discovery through manufacturing with greater speed, flexibility, and continuity.

Rooted in Science

Our teams bring deep scientific expertise across discovery, development, and manufacturing to support complex programs at every stage.

Boutique Partnership

We work as a close extension of your team with responsive communication, flexible support, and a collaborative approach tailored to your goals.

Global Standards

Our teams across the US and China operate under shared quality and operational standards for a more seamless experience.

Integrated Results

By connecting Chemistry, Biology, DMPK, and CMC, we help simplify development and create a smoother path from discovery to manufacturing.

R&D and Manufacturing Network

Headquartered in Irvine, California, we operate as a seamless extension of your team. Our hybrid model combines the legal security and strategic oversight of a US partner with the massive capacity and speed of our Centers of Excellence in China.

Irvine, California (HQ)

Corporate HHQ & Strategic Operations

Global Headquarters International Shipping & Logistics

Shanghai – Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, China

Greater Shanghai R&D Center of Excellence (3 Campuses) Discovery, Biology & DMPK

Chemistry Biology DMPK

Beijing, China

Discovery Chemistry & Process Development

Peptide Synthesis & Development Chemistry Process Development R&D

Shanghai – Zhangjiang High-Tech Park, China

Greater Shanghai R&D Center of Excellence (3 Campuses) API Process R&D & Manufacturing

API Process R&D GMP Manufacturing

Huishan, Jiangsu (Wuxi), China

Greater Shanghai R&D Center of Excellence (3 Campuses) Integrated Discovery, Development & Drug Product

Chemistry Biology DMPK Formulation Development & Manufacturing

Taipei (Cenra API Solutions – Joint Venture)

Drug Substance Manufacturing

GMP API manufacturing (clinical to commercial) Pilot-scale and commercial-scale production lines Large scale reactor capacity supporting global supply Regulatory-inspected facility (FDA, EMA, PMDA, TFDA)

Hebei (Shijianzhuang), China

Discovery Chemistry & Process Development

Chemistry Process R&D

Bengbu (Anhui), China

Intermediates & Starting Materials

Non- GMP Intermediates Production

Celebrating 30 years as your trusted scientific partner.

30 Years of Scientific Partnership

Since 1996, BioDuro has grown from a specialized chemistry provider into a global CRDMO partnering with biotech and pharmaceutical companies as a true extension of their R&D teams.

We don’t just execute projects. We work alongside you, combining scientific depth with the agility of a right-sized organization to move programs forward with speed, flexibility, and confidence.

Global Scale, U.S. Leadership

Integrated teams across the U.S. and China enabling seamless execution and consistent quality.

2,200+ Scientists, One Team

A global team working as a true extension of your organization—bringing expertise, accountability, and collaboration to every program.

About BioDuro 30 Years BioDuro

Our history

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1996

Pharmaform founded (legacy company for BioDuro San Diego) as pioneer of HME services in oral product development
2002

Anchen founded (legacy company for BioDuro Irvine)
2004

Sundia founded (later acquired by BioDuro)
2005

BioDuro founded in San Diego by Biotech Investment Group (formed by Bridgewest Group) with the first drug discovery operations in Beijing
2006

100,000 sq. ft. facility in Beijing for drug discovery services fully operational
2007

Sundia merged with United Pharma
2009

BioDuro acquired by PPD
2012

93,000 sq. ft. Shanghai facility opened
2013

Formex (previously Pharmaform) joined Bridgewest Group (44,000 sq. ft. GMP facilities)
2015

BioDuro spun off from PPD; BioDuro and Formex merged to enable a broad range of services
2018

BioDuro acquired Molecular Response (“Tumor Bank”)
2019

Advent became the major investor
2020

BioDuro merged with Sundia to become a leading CRDMOs worldwide

300,000 sq. ft. Jiangsu facility opened for discovery, development for DS and DP, and GMP manufacturing
2021

Completed 1st GMP drug product manufacturing in Jiangsu, China
2025

Formed joint venture with Cenra to establish large-scale GMP API manufacturing
2026

GLP Tox capability through strategic partnership

Building a sustainable future

We contribute to human well-being through sustainable business practices and high global compliance standards. Our ESG strategy creates long-term value for society, recognized by EcoVadis Gold and Silver certifications across our sites.

Do work that contributes to real drug discovery programs

Bring your passion, curiosity, and conviction to a people-focused culture. Join over 2,000 scientists collaborating across the U.S. and China to accelerate drug discovery and improve lives.

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Celebrating 30 Years

A Right-Sized CRDMO Built Around Partnership