Snapdragon Chemistry
With the acquisition of Snapdragon Chemistry, Cambrex has strengthened our reputation as a provider of solutions for the most complex chemistry problems. Snapdragon scientists and engineers, working in state-of-the-art laboratories and leveraging advanced software and equipment, painstakingly pursue scalable synthetic processes for clients. We take pride in being able to “crack the code” on chemical development in a way that others can’t, and we don’t rest until your molecules are thoroughly characterized and your processes are repeatable, reliable and ready for production.
You can see the full breadth of Snapdragon’s capabilities and expertise below.

Solving the Toughest Challenges in Chemistry

Snapdragon Chemistry wins 2023 CPhI Pharma Award for API Development

Snapdragon Chemistry's Services

Process Development
Cambrex, enhanced by Snapdragon’s world-class consulting capability, can help you optimize API drug development processes. We can suggest process improvement and scale-up concepts that leverage cutting-edge technology to solve the most complex chemistry challenges.
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GMP Manufacturing
We offer extensive drug substance manufacturing capabilities, which Snapdragon supports with state-of-the-art process development and the ability to implement GMP manufacturing in its facilities or within Cambrex’s vast network of global sites.
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Flow Chemistry
Snapdragon and Cambrex offer a full range of continuous flow services to help our customers take advantage of its many benefits. Our experts can help you develop scalable processes starting from proof-of-concept to scale-up and GMP manufacturing.
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Complex Synthetics
Snapdragon Chemistry can help you develop and manufacture complex synthetic molecules — like block copolymers, polymeric linkers and functionalized dendrimers — using advanced technologies and data-rich experimentation.
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Continuous Process Technologies
Our focus on scientific innovation promotes an entrepreneurial culture, leading to the development of proprietary technologies that we offer to clients, enabling you to handle complex chemistries in-house.
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Reactor Build and Design
Snapdragon chemists can establish your process with the goal of transferring to a self-contained reactor, which can be used in your own lab. Our process engineering team develops a 3D CAD model of the reactor skid before ordering and assembling custom components for the system.
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Portfolio Optimization
Maximizing the value of an R&D portfolio requires determining which candidates are ready to move forward from discovery to preclinical testing and development. Snapdragon chemists provide holistic chemistry services to ensure the readiness of necessary reactions.
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Our scientists specialize in complex chemistry. Start a conversation today and see what it’s like to work with an industry-defining CDMO.
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