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Do More With Pharma Biocatalysis
Transform complex, resource-intensive processes into precise, efficient, and sustainable breakthroughs.
Unlock New Possibilities With Pharma Biocatalysis
Codexis helps transform resource-intensive chemical steps into efficient, scalable, and sustainable enzymatic solutions. From fit-for-purpose hits to fully commercial biocatalysts, we enable streamlined synthesis across all development phases. Whether it’s replacing metal catalysts or unlocking new pathways with multi-enzyme cascades, our pharma biocatalysis offering empowers you to do more with less.
Excellence in Every Enzyme
Decades of Biocatalysis Expertise
From grams to tonnes, you get the scale you want with world-class quality, every time.
Proven Biocatalysis Leadership
A track record of peak performance, unparalleled speed, and optimized manufacturability in every enzyme.
CodeEvolver-Driven Innovation
Codexis revolutionizes enzyme performance using CodeEvolver® Technology Platform, our proprietary bioinformatics, ML (machine learning), and HTP (high throughput) screening platform.
Relied on by Industry Leaders
Trusted by innovators to solve chemistry’s biggest challenges, our enzyme-enabled platforms have powered some of the most complex API syntheses in pharma.
A Bespoke Experience That Pays Off
From discovery to commercial delivery, we tailor every collaboration for maximum value.
Enzyme Screening Kits and Panels
Access proprietary enzyme libraries and high-throughput screening kits — engineered to accelerate discovery, improve fidelity, and deliver cleaner, more scalable RNA workflows.
Tailored Enzymes
Transform complex small-molecule manufacturing with Codexis enzymes — engineered for higher yield, cleaner chemistry, and proven scalability across pharma’s most demanding biocatalytic processes.
What to Know About Biocatalysis
Curious about how biocatalysis fits your synthesis strategy? We’ve answered key questions below. Need more detail? Our enzyme experts are here to help.
We work with biotech and pharma companies across therapeutic and diagnostic domains — including API synthesis, siRNA, and molecular biology and diagnostic applications.
From pilot run to commercial scale production, our team provides consultative services across the manufacturing continuum.
Our enzymes are biodegradable, fermentation-derived, and reduce solvent use and energy input — delivering greener chemistry that scales. We also have 8 and counting ACS Green Chemistry Awards to prove it.
We’ve supported the successful development of enzymes for over 50 APIs and intermediates.
Yes. We partner closely with client regulatory teams to support development, filings, and commercialization.
CodeEvolver is our proprietary platform for enzyme design, powered by bioinformatics, machine learning and high-throughput screening — delivering scalable, precision-built solutions.
See Pharma Biocatalysis in Action
Explore real-world examples of Codexis enzyme innovation.
Enzymes to Enable a Biocatalytic Cascade for Small Molecule API
Discover the Partnership That Enables Pharma Biocatalysis Excellence.
Ready to streamline your synthesis or discuss a project? Let’s talk about a bespoke experience that really pays off.