Steroid & Hormone APIs

WHO-GMP Compliant Manufacturing of High-Quality Steroid & Hormone Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients

Manufacturing of Steroid & Hormone APIs

Cerata Pharmaceuticals LLP operates a WHO-GMP compliant manufacturing facility dedicated to the production of high-quality Steroid and Hormone Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). Our integrated approach combines technical expertise, advanced infrastructure, and stringent quality systems, making us a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies worldwide.

WHO-GMP Certified
ISO 9001:2015
Full Backward Integration
Steroid Molecular Structure

Dedicated Manufacturing Blocks

Our specialized facility is organized into dedicated blocks for optimized production workflows

Fermentation & Bioconversion

Microbial/enzymatic steroid transformation with controlled fermentation processes and bioconversion expertise.

  • Backward integration from Soy Sterol
  • Controlled fermentation processes
  • Advanced bioconversion technology

Chemical Synthesis

Multi-step reactions for steroid & hormone intermediates with tight control of stereochemistry and impurity profiles.

  • Multi-step synthetic chemistry
  • Stereochemistry control
  • Impurity profile management

Crystallization & Drying

Nutsch filters, agitated dryers, vacuum tray & rotocone dryers for precise crystallization and drying processes.

  • Nutsch filter systems
  • Agitated dryers
  • Vacuum tray & rotocone dryers

Powder Handling & Milling

Micronizing, sieving, blending, and granulation for optimal particle size distribution and product consistency.

  • Micronizing equipment
  • Precision sieving
  • Blending & granulation

Utility & Support

Water purification, HVAC, brine/chiller, steam boiler, compressed air, and effluent treatment systems.

  • Water purification systems
  • HVAC & environmental control
  • Effluent treatment plant

Manufacturing Capacity & Scale

From process development to commercial production

Scalable Production Infrastructure

Our facility is equipped with kilo-scale to multi-ton capacity reactors, covering the complete lifecycle from process development and pilot batches to large-scale commercial production.

500 kg
Final API Batch Size
Multi-Ton
Reactor Capacity
End-to-End
Production Lifecycle
Supports pilot batches, scale-up, and commercial production
Complete backward integration from raw materials
High-purity output with batch-to-batch consistency
Kilo-Scale
Process Development
Pilot Batches
Scale-Up
Multi-Ton
Commercial Production

Fermentation-Based Steroid & Hormone Manufacturing

Advanced biotechnology meets pharmaceutical chemistry

1
Soy Sterol Raw Material
2
Controlled Fermentation
3
Bioconversion
4
Chemical Synthesis
5
High-Purity API

Integrated Biotechnology & Chemistry

Our manufacturing processes are supported by extensive in-house steroid and hormone chemistry expertise and full backward integration, ensuring consistent quality from raw material to final API.

  • Backward Integration: Complete control from Soy Sterol raw material
  • Process Control: Controlled fermentation and bioconversion processes
  • Chemistry Expertise: Advanced multi-step synthetic chemistry
  • Quality Assurance: Tight control of stereochemistry and impurity profiles
  • Consistency: High-purity output with batch-to-batch consistency

Quality Systems & Compliance

Meeting global pharmaceutical standards

R&D & Quality Control

The facility includes a dedicated R&D unit for process optimization, technology transfer, and scale-up, along with a fully equipped Quality Control laboratory for in-process, intermediate, and final API testing, using validated analytical methods.

Certifications & Compliance

  • WHO-GMP Certified API Manufacturing facility
  • ISO 9001:2015 compliant operations
  • Robust Quality Management System
  • Batch-to-batch consistency and full traceability
  • Audit-ready documentation for global inspections
  • Environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance

Product Categories

Specialized manufacturing across key therapeutic categories

Corticosteroids

15+ APIs

Anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant agents for treating conditions like asthma, arthritis, and skin disorders.

Key Applications:

  • Asthma & Respiratory Disorders
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Dermatological Conditions
  • Autoimmune Diseases

Sample Products:

Prednisone Hydrocortisone Dexamethasone Betamethasone

Anabolic Steroids

12+ APIs

Androgenic agents that promote muscle growth and tissue repair, used in medical treatments for muscle wasting and hormonal imbalances.

Key Applications:

  • Muscle Wasting Diseases
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Osteoporosis Treatment
  • Anemia Management

Sample Products:

Testosterone Nandrolone Stanozolol Oxandrolone

Hormones

20+ APIs

Endocrine system regulators including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone derivatives for various therapeutic applications.

Key Applications:

  • Contraceptive Formulations
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Fertility Treatments
  • Menopausal Symptoms

Sample Products:

Estradiol Progesterone Levonorgestrel Ethinyl Estradiol
60+
Total APIs
6
Categories
100%
GMP Compliant
50+
Countries Served

Partner with Cerata for Your Steroid & Hormone API Needs

With our integrated approach combining technical expertise, advanced infrastructure, and stringent quality systems, Cerata Pharmaceuticals LLP is positioned as a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies worldwide seeking Steroid and Hormone APIs.