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Vial Fill-Finish CDMOs
Compare CDMOs offering vial fill-finish services for liquid and lyophilized injectables. Filter by vial size, batch capacity, and regulatory approvals.
264 companies listed
About Vial Fill-Finish
Vial filling is the most widely available form of sterile fill-finish. Glass vials (2mL to 50mL) are used for liquid and lyophilized injectable products. The process involves vial washing and depyrogenation, aseptic filling under ISO 5 conditions, rubber stopper insertion, and aluminum seal crimping. CDMOs offer both ready-to-use (RTU) and bulk vial formats.
For lyophilized products, vials are partially stoppered before entering the freeze-dryer, then fully seated under controlled atmosphere after the drying cycle. This integrated fill-lyophilize-stopper process requires tightly coordinated filling and lyophilization schedules.
Companies (264)
Altruist Biologics
China
Altruist Biologics is a pharmaceutical CDMO offering comprehensive services.
Sterile InjectableSterile Fill/FinishFill/Finish (Vials)
Edelmann GmbH
Brazil
Edelmann GmbH is a pharmaceutical CDMO offering comprehensive services.
Sterile InjectableSterile Fill/FinishFill/Finish (Vials)
Frequently Asked Questions
What vial sizes are commonly available?+
Standard vial sizes range from 2mL to 50mL, with 10mL and 20mL being the most common for injectable products. Vial selection depends on fill volume, headspace requirements, and whether the product will be lyophilized (requiring a wider opening for stopper movement during drying). CDMOs typically stock multiple vial sizes and can source specialty formats for unique products.
What is the difference between vial filling and syringe filling?+
Vial filling uses standard equipment (rotary/linear fillers, stoppering machines) and is widely available. Syringe filling requires specialized nest/tub handling, plunger insertion, and often additional device assembly steps. Vial filling is typically faster to set up and more cost-effective for clinical-stage programs, while syringe filling adds value for self-administered commercial products.
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