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Enabling affordable
medicines
globally

Science. People. Affordable Medicines.

Synthon is a leading pharmaceutical company specialized in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of complex generic pharmaceuticals globally.

Synthon is a leading pharmaceutical company specialized in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of complex generic pharmaceuticals globally.

Enabling affordable
medicines
globally

Science. People. Affordable Medicines.

Synthon is a leading pharmaceutical company specialized in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of complex generic pharmaceuticals globally.

Our legacy

More than three decades of developing complex generics

Founded in 1991, Synthon has been a leader in the development, manufacture and commercialization of complex generics for more than three decades. With a focus on innovation, science and intellectual property to drive differentiation, Synthon has become the leading B2B player in the generics industry.

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Synthon is

The development engine for the generics industry

As a science-driven leader, we combine our three strengths: Research & Development, Manufacturing and Commercialization to make complex generic medicines available at market formation globally.  

Discover our Products

Generic Medicines

Our leadership

Committed to success

At Synthon, we take great pride in having the best team that is purpose driven, fully engaged and committed to your success.

Meet our leadership team
Anish Mehta
Chief Executive Officer
John McCullough
Chief Commercial Officer
Bjorn Hultermans
Chief Operational Officer
Hans Hoorn
Chief Scientific Officer
Angelo Cornelissen
Chief Financial Officer
Worldwide presence

A global company

Through careful expansion to meet customer needs and ensure high-quality generic medicines, our company has expanded its geographical footprint to operate as a global company, with local knowledge to serve our partners.

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The NetherlandsNijmegenGlobal Headquarters
ChileResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing and Direct-to-market Sales
Czech RepublicResearch and Development & API Manufacturing
SpainResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing
ArgentinaAPI Manufacturing
MexicoDirect-to-market Sales
The NetherlandsNijmegenGlobal Headquarters
ChileResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing and Direct-to-market Sales
Czech RepublicResearch and Development & API Manufacturing
SpainResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing
ArgentinaAPI Manufacturing
MexicoDirect-to-market Sales
The NetherlandsNijmegenGlobal Headquarters
ChileResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing and Direct-to-market Sales
Czech RepublicResearch and Development & API Manufacturing
SpainResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing
ArgentinaAPI Manufacturing
MexicoDirect-to-market Sales
The NetherlandsNijmegenGlobal Headquarters
ChileResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing and Direct-to-market Sales
Czech RepublicResearch and Development & API Manufacturing
SpainResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing
ArgentinaAPI Manufacturing
MexicoDirect-to-market Sales
The NetherlandsNijmegenGlobal Headquarters
ChileResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing and Direct-to-market Sales
Czech RepublicResearch and Development & API Manufacturing
SpainResearch and Development & Drug Product Manufacturing
ArgentinaAPI Manufacturing
MexicoDirect-to-market Sales
Our updates

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Sep 2025Zydus and Synthon entered into exclusive licensing and supply agreement for Ozanimod Capsules for the U.S. market

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd. (including its subsidiaries and affiliates), a global innovation-driven healthcare company, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Zydus Lifesciences Global FZE, has entered into an exclusive licensing and supply agreement with Synthon BV of the Netherlands for Ozanimod Capsules (a generic version of ZEPOSIA®) for the U.S. market. Synthon has a pending abbreviated new drug application in the United States, seeking approval for Ozanimod Capsules indicated for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.

28 October, 2024CPHI in Frankfurt

Join Synthon at CPHI in Frankfurt from October 28th to 30th, 2025

Jun 2025Synthon Announces Investment from Goldman Sachs Alternatives

Nijmegen, 16th June 2025 – Today, Synthon (the “Company”) a leading platform specialized in developing, manufacturing, and out-licensing complex generic medicines, announced an investment from Private Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives. This represents the acquisition of a majority stake in the Company from funds advised by BC Partners, who will continue to own a significant stake in the Company.

Jan 2024Silver Medal in EcoVadis Assessment 2024

Synthon Awarded Silver Medal in 2024 EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment

Synthon, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Silver Medal in this year’s EcoVadis sustainability assessment, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship.

15 April, 2024Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast 

Synthon CEO Anish Mehta shares his career journey, leadership insights, and strategic vision for the future of generic medicines in an engaging conversation with Henk Jan Out on the Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast.

Click here to tune in to gain valuable perspectives on innovation, market challenges, and Synthon’s role in advancing the pharmaceutical industry. 

Sep 2025Zydus and Synthon entered into exclusive licensing and supply agreement for Ozanimod Capsules for the U.S. marketZydus Lifesciences Ltd. (including its subsidiaries and affiliates), a global innovation-driven healthcare company, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Zydus Lifesciences Global FZE, has entered into an exclusive licensing and supply agreement with Synthon BV of the Netherlands for Ozanimod Capsules (a generic version of ZEPOSIA®) for the U.S. market. Synthon has a pending abbreviated new drug application in the United States, seeking approval for Ozanimod Capsules indicated for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
Sep 2025CPHI in FrankfurtJoin Synthon at CPHI in Frankfurt from October 28th to 30th, 2025
Jun 2025Synthon Announces Investment from Goldman Sachs AlternativesNijmegen, 16th June 2025 – Today, Synthon (the “Company”) a leading platform specialized in developing, manufacturing, and out-licensing complex generic medicines, announced an investment from Private Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives. This represents the acquisition of a majority stake in the Company from funds advised by BC Partners, who will continue to own a significant stake in the Company.
Jan 2024Silver Medal in EcoVadis Assessment 2024Synthon Awarded Silver Medal in 2024 EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment Synthon, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Silver Medal in this year’s EcoVadis sustainability assessment, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship.
Jan 2024Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast Synthon CEO Anish Mehta shares his career journey, leadership insights, and strategic vision for the future of generic medicines in an engaging conversation with Henk Jan Out on the Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast. Click here to tune in to gain valuable perspectives on innovation, market challenges, and Synthon’s role in advancing the pharmaceutical industry. 
Sep 2025Zydus and Synthon entered into exclusive licensing and supply agreement for Ozanimod Capsules for the U.S. marketZydus Lifesciences Ltd. (including its subsidiaries and affiliates), a global innovation-driven healthcare company, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Zydus Lifesciences Global FZE, has entered into an exclusive licensing and supply agreement with Synthon BV of the Netherlands for Ozanimod Capsules (a generic version of ZEPOSIA®) for the U.S. market. Synthon has a pending abbreviated new drug application in the United States, seeking approval for Ozanimod Capsules indicated for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
28 October, 2024CPHI in FrankfurtJoin Synthon at CPHI in Frankfurt from October 28th to 30th, 2025
Jun 2025Synthon Announces Investment from Goldman Sachs AlternativesNijmegen, 16th June 2025 – Today, Synthon (the “Company”) a leading platform specialized in developing, manufacturing, and out-licensing complex generic medicines, announced an investment from Private Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives. This represents the acquisition of a majority stake in the Company from funds advised by BC Partners, who will continue to own a significant stake in the Company.
Jan 2024Silver Medal in EcoVadis Assessment 2024Synthon Awarded Silver Medal in 2024 EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment Synthon, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Silver Medal in this year’s EcoVadis sustainability assessment, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship.
15 April, 2024Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast Synthon CEO Anish Mehta shares his career journey, leadership insights, and strategic vision for the future of generic medicines in an engaging conversation with Henk Jan Out on the Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast. Click here to tune in to gain valuable perspectives on innovation, market challenges, and Synthon’s role in advancing the pharmaceutical industry. 
Sep 2025Zydus and Synthon entered into exclusive licensing and supply agreement for Ozanimod Capsules for the U.S. marketZydus Lifesciences Ltd. (including its subsidiaries and affiliates), a global innovation-driven healthcare company, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Zydus Lifesciences Global FZE, has entered into an exclusive licensing and supply agreement with Synthon BV of the Netherlands for Ozanimod Capsules (a generic version of ZEPOSIA®) for the U.S. market. Synthon has a pending abbreviated new drug application in the United States, seeking approval for Ozanimod Capsules indicated for relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
28 October, 2024CPHI in FrankfurtJoin Synthon at CPHI in Frankfurt from October 28th to 30th, 2025
Jun 2025Synthon Announces Investment from Goldman Sachs AlternativesNijmegen, 16th June 2025 – Today, Synthon (the “Company”) a leading platform specialized in developing, manufacturing, and out-licensing complex generic medicines, announced an investment from Private Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives. This represents the acquisition of a majority stake in the Company from funds advised by BC Partners, who will continue to own a significant stake in the Company.
Jan 2024Silver Medal in EcoVadis Assessment 2024Synthon Awarded Silver Medal in 2024 EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment Synthon, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Silver Medal in this year’s EcoVadis sustainability assessment, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship.
15 April, 2024Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast Synthon CEO Anish Mehta shares his career journey, leadership insights, and strategic vision for the future of generic medicines in an engaging conversation with Henk Jan Out on the Leaders in Life Sciences Podcast. Click here to tune in to gain valuable perspectives on innovation, market challenges, and Synthon’s role in advancing the pharmaceutical industry. 
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