Our mission and mandate
As a trusted partner to manufacturers of plasma-derived therapeutics and biologic drugs, CG Pharma & Biotech serves as an extended workbench for major (bio)pharma companies, supporting the industry's growing trend toward outsourcing buffers, process solutions as well as critical raw materials.
In response to the rapid growth of the biopharma industry in Europe, we meet the increasing demand for high-quality components essential in producing advanced
biopharmaceuticals, including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), recombinant proteins and enzymes, and cutting-edge vaccines.
We supply high-quality, GMP-compliant raw materials and customized formulations specifically designed for plasma processing and the manufacture of biological drugs and active ingredients (large molecules) derived from bacterial or mammalian cell cultures.
Our Promise
With our promise, “Your Challenge – Our Solution,” we commit to delivering flexible, tailored solutions that address the unique challenges of our clients. With the backgrond of a family-owned company (CG Group), the business unit CG Pharma & Biotech is driven by a dedication to long-term partnerships and investment in client success, prioritizing shared goals over corporate directives.
Our collaboration with industry and regulatory bodies, strengthened by our active involvement with BPI, positions us as advocates for a sustainable and secure biopharma industry in Europe.
Our scalable production capacity enables us to meet your needs flexibly, delivering “Made in Germany” quality at every step.
Our Key Competencies Include:
- Custom manufacturing of sterile-filtered process solutions and excipients for upstream and downstream biopharmaceutical applications.
- Ready-to-use sterile-filtered solutions in single-use bags, ideal for a variety of pharmaceutical processes.
- GMP cleaning solutions for critical CIP (Cleaning in Place) and SIP (Sterilization in Place) applications.
- Expertise in processing hazardous substances in cleanrooms, including corrosive and flammable materials.
- In-house production of Water for Injection (WfI) and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), ensuring complete control over quality and compliance.
- Pharmacopoeia-compliant raw materials for further use in production of DS and DP
Our History and achievements
With over 60 years of family-led expertise in high-quality chemical distribution, CG Chemikalien expanded its capabilities through the founding of CG Pharma & Biotech, enabling vertical integration to meet the complex needs of the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries.
| 2012 | Decision to build a new facility with temperature-controlled storage and GMP-compliant cleanroom production (Liquida & Solida areas) |
| 2014-2017 | planing, construction, qualification and authority approval of the new production site |
| 2017/2018 | Production and release of first products and first customer audit |
| 2022 | Foundation and renaming of business unit CG Pharma & Biotech |
| 2023 | Lanuch of PharmProve® brand (raw materials for bioprocessing) |
| 2025 | Liquid handling capability extension for concentrated corrosive chemicals under protected environment |
| 2025 | Project SolidPro, Start of planing and constructions for a new GMP solid manufacturing plant |
| 2025 | Implementation of IPEC-GMP quality standard via EXCiPACT certification |
The Heart of CG Pharma & Biotech
At CG Pharma & Biotech, our employees are key drivers of our success. The commitment, expertise, and innovative spirit of our skilled team are behind every GMP-compliant raw material, each tailored process solution, and every aspect of our support for the biopharmaceutical industry.
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Our Quality Commitment
Our operations adhere strictly to EU GMP guidelines (Parts 1 and 2) and align with ISO 9001:2015 requirements, underlined a strict quality management system. Our facility is fully GMP-qualified, with validated processes and comprehensive cleanroom monitoring supported by a clean corridor concept. We operate under a German manufacturing license granted in accordance with Section 13 of the German Medicinal Products Act (AMG), meeting all obligations under the German regulatory framework for pharmaceutical production. Each batch undergoes a rigorous Batch Record Review, with final release by authorised personnel to meet all regulatory requirements.
CG Pharma & Biotech is a business unit of CG 1962 and part of the CG GROUP.
The CG GROUP have grown into a global group specializing in the distribution and production of specialty chemicals, with multiple sites across German-speaking countries. Our extensive expertise allows us to serve a wide range of sectors and industries.
We are problem solvers for our customers. We find the right solutions for your requirements, challenges, quantities, and constraints. With six locations, we offer a strong infrastructure across Germany and, thanks to our partner network, internationally as well. Our own logistics, warehouse management, and a wide range of technical equipment make us autonomous, ensuring independent and reliable delivery at all times.
Facts & Figures CG GROUP
867
EMPLOYEES
30,000
CUSTOMERS
430,507 T
ANNUAL TONNAGE
518 MIL €
ANNUAL SALES
20,000
PALLET SPACES
6.700 M³
TANK STORAGE SOLVENTS
6.000 M³
TANK STORAGE
ACIDS AND BASES
40,000 M³
TANK STORAGE
100 TRUCKS
114 RAIL TANK CARS AND ISO CONTAINERS
7 LOCOMOTIVES
§13 (AMG)
PHARMA | CLEANROOM PRODUCTION
14 CERTIFICATES FOR THE HIGHEST STANDARDS
6 BUSINESS UNITS
- CG Pharma & Biotech
- Health & Nutrition
- Water Chemistry
- INDUSTRIAL & SPECIALTY CHEMICALS
- Paints & Laquer raw material
- Surface Technology
Our Experts For you
Our Experts - Your Partners
Overview of key contacts - supported by many more specialists working for our partners and Clients behind the scenes.
Dr. Frank Velte
Head of CG Pharma & Biotech
+49 (0)511 87803-106
+49 (0)152 3466 7631
frank.velte@cg-chemikalien.de
Marco Regel
Head of Sales & Business Development
+49 (0)511 / 87803-146
+49(0)511 / 2516696
marco.regel@cg-chemikalien.de
Thomas Metzger
Sales & Business Development Manager
+49 (0)511 87803-258
+49 (0)79 483 72 81
thomas.metzger@cg-chemikalien.de
Verena Diederich
Head of Quality Management
+49 (0)511 87803-870
+49 (0)173 / 3857408
verena.diederich@cg-chemikalien.de
