CRO / CDMO · Experts in Crystal Forms

Experts in Crystal Forms
& API Development

PCL Research & Manufacturing is a contract research and manufacturing organization, leader in solid-state chemistry and API crystallization. GMP-certified analytical laboratory · FDA inspected · HPAPI OEB5 · serving pharmaceutical clients worldwide for over 20 years.

20+
Years of Experience
OEB5
HPAPI Capability
GMP
AIFA Certified Lab
FDA
Inspected Facility
About PCL R&M

A different kind of
scientific partner

PCL Research & Manufacturing s.r.l. is a privately owned CRO/CDMO providing reliable solutions to optimise and control the crystallisation process of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients — since 2005.

Our mission is to support clients during drug development, helping them reduce batch failure, avoid costly crystallisation issues and offer greater confidence in drug quality. We support you from early-phase discovery to kilogram-scale non-GMP supply.

We are a high-performing team of trained chemists and analysts with more than 20 years of experience in API crystallization, caring about results and innovation based on sound science.

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PCL R&M LaboratoryMedicina, Bologna — Italy
Business Areas

Integrated Contract Services

From analytical characterization to kilogram-scale non-GMP manufacturing — complete pharmaceutical development support.

01

Analyze

Complete range of GMP-certified analytical capabilities. FDA inspected, authorized for HPAPI handling up to OEB5.

  • cGMP Analyses
  • Method Development & Validation
  • Quality Control
  • Dissolution & Solubility Studies
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R & D

From co-crystal discovery to process optimization — unique solid-state experience. Data-driven, de-risk your API development.

  • Polymorph, Co-crystal & Salt Screening
  • Solid Form Selection & Preformulation
  • Amorphous Dispersion
  • Process Development & Route Scouting
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03

CDMO

Contract development & non-GMP manufacturing from development batches to kilogram-scale supply. Robust scale-up transfer.

  • Kilo-lab scale non-GMP (50L units)
  • Controlled Reactors (up to 5L)
  • In-situ monitoring (FBRM, ReactIR)
  • Spray drying & process transfer
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HPAPI · OEB5 · Controlled Substances

Potent compounds,
fully contained

We are authorized by the Italian Ministry of Health to study, produce and analyze controlled substances and highly potent APIs up to OEB5 — with dedicated containment and handling protocols that keep your most demanding molecules safe at every step.

Up to OEB5 MoH Authorized Dedicated Containment GMP Analytics
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Quality & Compliance

Certified to the Highest Standards

Our analytical facility operates under strict regulatory compliance, giving pharmaceutical partners worldwide complete confidence in quality and integrity.

FDA

FDA Inspected Facility

Our analytical facility has been inspected by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, confirming adherence to international pharmaceutical quality standards.

GMP

AIFA GMP Certified Lab

Our analytical department is certified to work according to GMP by AIFA. Certified: XRPD, FT-Raman, FT-IR and Particle Size Distribution.

MoH

Controlled Substances

Authorized by the Italian Ministry of Health for the study, production and analysis of controlled substances and HPAPIs up to OEB5.

Latest Updates

News & Insights

Scientific publications, industry news and company announcements from PCL Research & Manufacturing.

6–8 Oct 2026
Events · CPHI Milan

Meet PCL at CPHI Milan 2026

PCL Research & Manufacturing will take part in CPHI Milan 2026 — the world's largest pharma event — held at Fiera Milano, 6–8 October 2026. Let's discuss your API crystallization, HPAPI and solid-state projects in person. Book a meeting with our team.

Fiera Milano (Rho)62k+ attendees
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15–18 Mar 2027
Events · DCAT Week

Meet PCL at DCAT Week 2027

We'll also attend DCAT Week 2027 — the premier business-development event for the global pharmaceutical manufacturing value chain — in New York City, 15–18 March 2027. Schedule a one-to-one meeting to explore how PCL can support your development pipeline.

New York Hilton MidtownBusiness development
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New service
Services · Structural Analysis

Structure determination and absolute configuration now available at PCL

PCL Research & Manufacturing extends its analytical portfolio with full structure determination and absolute configuration assignment. The offer combines Single Crystal XRD (lab instrument or synchrotron based), Neutron Diffraction for precise hydrogen positions and hydrogen-bond networks, and Micro Electron Diffraction for structures from sub-micron crystals that cannot be grown any larger. Together they resolve chirality, confirm salt versus co-crystal nature and support patent and regulatory filings.

Aug 2026SC-XRD · Neutron · MicroED
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R&D · Solid State

Polymorph Screening Best Practices in API Development

Understanding solid-state properties early helps avoid manufacturing problems and improve drug performance and bioavailability.

Jun 20255 min read
Analytics · GMP

New HPAPI Analytical Capabilities — OEB5 Authorization

PCL R&M expands controlled substance analytical services with full OEB5 authorization from the Italian Ministry of Health.

Apr 20253 min read
CDMO

Scaling Up Crystallization Processes: From Grams to Kilograms

How robust process development de-risks the transition from lab-scale to non-GMP API manufacturing.

Feb 20254 min read
Get In Touch

Let's talk about
your project

Analytical testing, solid form screening, or non-GMP development & manufacturing — our team of experts is ready to support your drug development program.

Registered Office & R&D Lab

Via F.S. Fabri, 127/1 — 40059 Medicina (BO), Italy

Analyze Lab

Via Della Cooperazione, 29 — 40059 Medicina (BO), Italy

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