Charles River Laboratories
Charles River Laboratories is a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in sterilization and microbiology testing for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. They offer comprehensive solutions to ensure product safety and quality.
Charles River Laboratories is a premier Contract Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to advancing global health by supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. With a mission to create healthier lives, they provide critical research support, including leading-edge sterilization and microbiology testing services. Their expertise helps clients ensure product safety and quality through robust testing solutions that meet complex regulatory requirements. Leveraging decades of experience, Charles River offers a comprehensive portfolio of endotoxin testing, microbial detection, and microbial identification products and services. These are specifically designed to address the evolving needs of the industry, enabling clients to make informed decisions and improve operational efficiencies. Their commitment extends to supporting clients from early-stage research through to investigational new drugs (IND) programs, ensuring the development of life-saving medicines and therapies.
About
**Who they are**
Charles River Laboratories is a Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in sterilization and microbiology testing. They focus on providing comprehensive solutions to ensure product safety and quality for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
**Expertise & scope**
* Sterilization testing
* Microbiology testing
* Ensuring product safety and quality
**Reputation / proof points**
* Leading Contract Research Organization (CRO)
Charles River Laboratories is a Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in sterilization and microbiology testing. They focus on providing comprehensive solutions to ensure product safety and quality for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
**Expertise & scope**
* Sterilization testing
* Microbiology testing
* Ensuring product safety and quality
**Reputation / proof points**
* Leading Contract Research Organization (CRO)
Additional information
Charles River Laboratories provides specialized sterilization and microbiology testing services. Their expertise is geared towards supporting pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in validating the safety and quality of their products. Buyers can expect a focus on comprehensive testing solutions designed to meet regulatory and quality assurance requirements within these industries.
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Biotechnology companies
- Product safety and quality assurance
How engagement typically works
- Project-based testing
- Comprehensive solution provider
Typical deliverables
- Sterilization validation reports
- Microbiology testing results
- Product safety assessments
Good to know
- Best when requiring specialized sterilization and microbiology testing for product development and release.
HQ:
US
Languages:
English
Status:
listed
Services & Capabilities
Sterilization + Microbiology Validation
Industries:
Medical Devices
Pricing model:
Per project
Sterilization Methods Supported:
EtO (Ethylene Oxide)
Validation Types Offered:
Full validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Microbiology Tests Offered:
Bioburden
Standards Supported:
ISO 11135 (EtO)
Is Accredited:
No
GMP Compliant:
No
Glp Compliant:
No
Has In House Sterilization:
No
Has In House Microbiology:
No
Lead Time Band:
Start in 4-8 weeks
Quote SLA:
3-5 business days
Rush Available:
No
Sample Return Policy:
Both options
Nda Support:
No
Minimum Project Size:
<$10k
Additional sterilization_microbiology_testing Details
Sterilization Methods Supported
EtO (Ethylene Oxide), Steam (Moist Heat), Gamma Radiation, E-Beam, X-Ray, Plasma, Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide, Other
Validation Types Offered
Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (PQ), Full validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Revalidation
Microbiology Tests Offered
Bioburden, Sterility, Bacterial Endotoxin (LAL), Environmental monitoring, Other
Lead Time Band
Start in 0-2 weeks, Start in 2-4 weeks, Start in 4-8 weeks, Start in 8-12 weeks, Start in 12+ weeks
Quote SLA
< 24 hours, 24-48 hours, 3-5 business days, 1-2 weeks
Sample Return Policy
Return, Dispose, Both options
Minimum Project Size
<$10k, $10-25k, $25-50k, $50k+, No minimum
Pricing Model
Per project, Fixed package, Tiered, Custom
