Apollo Scientific provides custom chemical synthesis services for research, life sciences, and industrial applications. We support organisations with bespoke compound development, from early-stage research through to scale-up and production.
With over 3,500 compounds synthesised in our UK laboratories, our team delivers tailored solutions across arenes, heterocycles, and complex molecules, supporting a wide range of applications.
From milligram to multi-kilogram scale, we provide flexible synthesis, reliable delivery, and full documentation to support your project requirements.
Our Custom Synthesis Expertise
Apollo Scientific delivers custom synthesis through proven expertise in route development, optimisation, and scale-up. Our team of experienced chemists supports complex synthesis projects with flexible, efficient solutions.
- Synthetic route development, scouting and optimisation
- Variety of different photochemistry instruments and solutions including photochemistry in batch and in flow reactors
- Multistep organic synthesis from mg to multi-kg
- Specialist fluorination and high-pressure capabilities
Bespoke Synthesis of Complex and High-Demand Compounds
Apollo Scientific delivers bespoke synthesis solutions tailored to specific research and manufacturing requirements, including complex and high-demand compounds:
- Heterocyclic chemistry
- Toxic chemistry
- Custom peptide synthesis
- Novel enzyme substrates
- Medicinal chemistry
- Small molecules
- Intermediates
- Contaminants
Our custom synthesis process is collaborative and tailored to your requirements. We work with you to define project goals, develop synthetic routes, and deliver a solution aligned to your application.
From initial enquiry through to delivery, we ensure efficient development, clear communication, and reliable outcomes at every stage.
Custom Synthesis for All Applications
Apollo Scientific supports complex synthesis projects, including high-demand and technically challenging compounds.
Apollo Scientific offers one of the largest and most comprehensive catalogues worldwide, and we can synthesise custom chemicals such as:
- Fine chemical products and building blocks
- Fluorinated building blocks
- Heterocyclic building blocks
- Organic building blocks
Our approach combines custom synthesis strategies with a flexible process, adapting to the needs of each unique project and compound, whether it’s a niche heterocycle or a multifunctional aromatic compound required for cutting-edge research.
Your Custom Chemical Synthesis Partner
What is the Commercial Custom Synthesis Process?
Apollo Scientific’s custom synthesis service is based on collaboration. We work closely with you to understand your requirements, define project goals, and develop an effective synthesis route. We work alongside you to understand not just the compounds you need, but the science they will enable.
At the start of the custom synthesis process, our experts will work to understand your special requirements, goals, and assess challenges. We then use this information to plan a bespoke synthesis process, and provide you with a quote. This collaborative development ensures that our synthesis aligns perfectly with your research goals, providing you with the best possible foundation for discovery.
Whether you’re in the initial stages of your research, in the process of a clinical trial, or scaling up towards commercialisation, our team is here to support you. We ensure that each compound advances your project by bringing our synthetic capabilities to your table, offering both innovation and practical application.
What techniques are used in Custom Chemical Synthesis?
We specialise in manufacturing small multifunctional and unusual substituted arenes and heterocycles. Currently we carry out reactions between -78°C and +250°C in conventional 50mL to 20L glass vessels under inert reaction conditions if required. As well as conventional batch synthesis, we operate a flow reactor system to assist with new reaction development and simple scale up of optimised reactions.
The analytical rigour we apply ensures that each molecule we deliver meets stringent quality criteria, tailored to your specifications. Our laboratories are equipped with the latest analytical instruments, allowing us to verify the purity and stability of the compounds we produce.
Some of the techniques we use to synthesise custom chemical compounds include:
- Asymmetric synthesis using chiral auxiliary, catalysis, and resolution techniques
- Metal-mediated reactions
- Hydrogenation
- Fluorination, phosphorylation and sulfation chemistry
With Apollo Scientific as a partner and chemical supplier, you’re always one step ahead.
Why Choose Apollo Scientific?
Apollo Scientific delivers reliable custom chemical synthesis with proven expertise, flexible scale, and global supply capabilities.
Key Benefits
- Bespoke synthesis from mg to multi-kg scale
- Route development, optimisation, and scale-up
- Experienced team of PhD chemists
- Rapid response to custom synthesis requests
- Full documentation and regulatory support
- Integration with bulk supply and manufacturing
Our combination of technical expertise and supply capability ensures your project progresses efficiently from concept to delivery.
