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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Top 10 companies in the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) market across the globe, as well as the top companies from India and China:

Global Top 10 API Companies:

1. Lonza Group AG (Switzerland):

- Lonza is a leading global supplier of APIs and contract manufacturing services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The company offers a wide range of APIs and custom synthesis capabilities.

2. DSM Sinochem Pharmaceuticals (Netherlands):

- DSM Sinochem Pharmaceuticals is a joint venture between Royal DSM (Netherlands) and Sinochem Group (China). The company specializes in the production of high-quality APIs and intermediates for generic pharmaceutical manufacturers worldwide.

3. Boehringer Ingelheim (Germany):

- Boehringer Ingelheim is a multinational pharmaceutical company with a significant presence in the API market. It produces APIs for its own branded pharmaceutical products as well as for contract manufacturing.

4. Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Israel):

- Teva is one of the largest generic pharmaceutical companies globally and is involved in the production of APIs for a wide range of therapeutic areas. The company also offers contract manufacturing services.

5. BASF SE (Germany):

- BASF is a diversified chemical company that produces APIs and intermediates for the pharmaceutical industry. The company's portfolio includes APIs for various therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, respiratory, and anti-infective drugs.

6. Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (China):

- Huahai Pharmaceutical is one of the largest API manufacturers in China, specializing in the production of cardiovascular, central nervous system (CNS), and oncology drugs. The company exports its products to markets worldwide.

7. Shandong Xinhua Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (China):

- Xinhua Pharmaceutical is a leading manufacturer of APIs and intermediates with a focus on cardiovascular, anti-infective, and gastrointestinal drugs. The company's products are exported to over 80 countries.

8. Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (China):

- Hisun Pharmaceutical is a major API manufacturer in China, producing a wide range of APIs and finished dosage forms. The company has a strong presence in oncology, cardiovascular, and antiviral drugs.

9. Jiangsu Hengrui Medicine Co., Ltd. (China):

- Hengrui Medicine is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in China and is involved in the production of APIs and finished dosage forms. The company's API portfolio includes products for oncology, cardiovascular, and anti-infective therapies.

10. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (India):

- Sun Pharma is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in India and is a significant player in the global API market. The company produces APIs for a wide range of therapeutic areas, including dermatology, oncology, and cardiovascular diseases.


Top API Companies in India:

1. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

2. Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.

3. Cipla Ltd.

4. Aurobindo Pharma Limited

5. Lupin Limited

6. Divi's Laboratories Ltd.

7. Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

8. Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

9. Cadila Healthcare Ltd.

10. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.



Top API Companies in China:

1. Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

2. Shandong Xinhua Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

3. Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

4. Jiangsu Hengrui Medicine Co., Ltd.

5. Lianyungang Runzhong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

6. Tianjin Tianyao Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

7. Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical (Group) Co., Ltd.

8. Zhejiang NHU Co., Ltd.

9. Zhejiang Medicine Co., Ltd.

10. Beijing Minhai Biotechnology Co., Ltd.

These companies represent some of the largest and most influential players in the global API market, with significant

contributions to pharmaceutical manufacturing and healthcare worldwide.

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