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Research & Development

Driving innovation with decades of expertise in process chemistry and cutting-edge technologies

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Pioneering Today to Shape Tomorrow

Our world-class infrastructure and dedicated team of experts work collaboratively to turn ideas into scalable, real-world solutions, delivering tangible results from discovery to commercial production.

45,000 ft²
Advanced
R&D Facilities
300+
Scientists and Researchers
On-Site
Kilo Lab and Pilot Plant
One of Honour's 200+ scientists working from a cGMP certified research and development lab

Our Development and Production Solutions

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Route Scouting & Optimization
Finding the most efficient pathways for scalable production
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Early-Phase Development
Flexibility and speed to meet aggressive timelines
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Mid-to-Late Phase Development
Process robustness, cost-effectiveness, and scalability
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CMC Support
Comprehensive regulatory compliance and lifecycle management
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Accelerating Your Innovation Pipeline

We specialize in efficient, scalable solutions for clinical programs, offering support from early development to commercial production. Our flexible, phase-appropriate approach ensures rapid project progression, backed by expert regulatory guidance.

Honour's state of the art analytical R&D equipment

Precision at Every Turn

Our Analytical R&D team excels in developing robust, validated methods that ensure the highest quality standards are met throughout the product lifecycle.

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Method Development and Validation
For both chromophores and non-chromophores.
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Impurity Profiling
Expertise in GTI and Nitrosamine impurity detection and assessment
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Structural Elucidation
Using NMR, IR, UV, and more for detailed compound characterization
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Stability Studies
Conducted per ICH Q1 guidelines, including challenging environments such as Zone IVB

Our Specialty Expertise

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Pioneering Advanced Techniques

At Honour, we deliver highly specialized R&D solutions in emerging and complex areas of chemistry, tailored to your needs.

Fluorination
High-volume fluorination reactions using cutting-edge techniques
Flow Chemistry
Dedicated teams developing continuous processes, including successful nitration on a 50kg scale
Asymmetric Synthesis
Large-scale chiral design and synthesis for commercial applications
Nucleosides
Extensive experience with nucleoside synthesis for oligonucleotides
Biocatalysis
Commercial-scale enzyme screening for oxidation and reduction reactions

Explore Our Comprehensive CDMO Services

Discover how Honour's end-to-end CDMO solutions can support your project 
from development to large-scale manufacturing

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Innovative Manufacturing for Your Program

Honour’s state-of-the-art Kilo Lab and Pilot Plant enable seamless transition from lab-scale development to commercial production. Our facilities ensure rapid development cycles and early collaboration for your R&D programs.

Honour's innovative Kilo Lab and Pilot Plant scale up facilities
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Special Capabilities
High-pressure reactions and cryogenic capabilities down to -78°C
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7m³
Total Capacity
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Pilot Plant
150L to 750L reactor volumes
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Kilo Lab
10L to 50L reactor volumes

Analytical Equipment

State-of-the-Art Equipment for Precision and Excellence

At Honour, we utilize advanced equipment like NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS/MS to ensure precision and quality in our research and manufacturing. This cutting-edge technology enables us to meet rigorous industry standards and exceed our partners' expectations.

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NMR
HPLC
HPLC
UPLC
UPLC
GC-HS
GC-HS
LC-MS/MS
LC-MS/MS
GC-MS/MS
GC-MS/MS
XRD
XRD
ICP-MS
ICP-MS
IR
IR
Preparative HPLC
Preparative HPLC
Particle size analyzer
Particle size analyzer
DSC and TGA
DSC and TGA
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KF Autotirator
NMR
NMR
HPLC
HPLC
UPLC
UPLC
GC-HS
GC-HS
LC-MS/MS
LC-MS/MS
GC-MS/MS
GC-MS/MS
XRD
XRD
ICP-MS
ICP-MS
IR
IR
Preparative HPLC
Preparative HPLC
Particle size analyzer
Particle size analyzer
DSC and TGA
DSC and TGA
KF Autotirator
KF Autotirator
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Honour's cutting edge research & development facility
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Our Commitment to Environmental Health and Safety

At Honour, sustainable and responsible manufacturing is integral to our mission. Powered by state-of-the-art technology, we're committed to leading the way in minimizing environmental impact and maintaining rigorous EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) standards.

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Measuring and Monitoring of CO2 Emissions

Water & Resource Management

Investing in Solar and Wind Power Generation

Transportation Logistics Optizimed for Efficiency

Water Conservation

Waste Segregation and Recycling

Strict Workplace Health and Safety Protocols

Our dedication to compliance & quality assurance

Our manufacturing expertise spans across multiple sectors. Our facilities are designed for maximum flexibility, allowing us to meet the demands of early-phase development through to commercial-scale production. From projects who require specialized batches of an API to large-scale manufacturing of specialty chemicals, we have the expertise and capacity to deliver.

Talk to Us About Your R&D Needs

Partner with Honour to access a deep bench of expertise, flexible infrastructure, and a collaborative approach that brings your innovations to life