Active ingredients For
human pharmaceuticals
Our Pharma division distributes human and veterinary APIs to the global pharmaceutical industry. We source our APIs from qualified manufacturers worldwide, as well as from our own factory, Chr. Olesen Synthesis A/S, in Denmark. Our comprehensive range of services encompasses every aspect of active pharmaceutical ingredients, including import, warehousing, sales and distribution, selection and qualification of producers (audits/inspections), product and business development, as well as quality management.
Our Human Pharma API’s
Analgesics
Analgesics are medications used to relieve pain without causing loss of consciousness.
Anthelminthics
Anthelminthics are drugs that expel parasitic worms (helminths) from the body – crucial for treating infections in both humans and animals.
Antihistamines
Antihistamines block histamine receptors to ease allergy symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose.
Antibiotics
Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria, which is essential for combating diseases.
Hormones
Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate various physiological processes, including growth, metabolism, and reproductive functions.
Narcotic Precursors
Narcotic precursors are substances used in the synthesis of narcotic drugs, often regulated due to their potential for abuse.
Vitamins with a DMF
Excipients are non-active ingredients included in drug formulations that do not have therapeutic effects. They serve various purposes, such as aiding in the manufacturing process, enhancing the stability of the medication, and improving the delivery of the active ingredients.
Excipients
Excipients are non-active ingredients included in drug formulations that do not have therapeutic effects. They serve various purposes, such as aiding in the manufacturing process, enhancing the stability of the medication, and improving the delivery of the active ingredients.
Miscellaneous
Our miscellaneous products encompass a variety of substances of different categories.
Human Pharma API
QUALITY CERTIFICATIONS
We are committed to providing the highest quality products to our customers via our quality management system. Our GDP and GMP certificates ensure that the products are consistently distributed to meet customer and regulatory requirements, with a strong focus on process control, risk management, and continuous improvement – including traceability.
Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
Our European pharma companies hold GDP certificates, and the entire Pharma Division acts in accordance with EU GDP (Good Distribution Practice) regulations. We also hold an API registration at the EUDRAGMDP database.
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
In addition to the GDP certificate, our subsidiary ACTIVET GmbH holds a GMP certificate, a wholesale license, and an import license for APIs from microbial or animal origin according to the German drug law (AMG = Arzneimittelgesetz) requirements.
Top quality is always
a top priority
Our quality management system ensures that we work with carefully selected products, follow strict handling and distribution processes, conduct regular quality checks and testing, properly train our people, and continuously monitor and improve our processes.

Quality Processes
Supplier and Material Qualification:
Our Pharma QA qualifies suppliers and materials through audits, questionnaires, documentation review, and risk assessments, all in compliance with the GDP/GMP requirements.Material Release Verification:
Our Pharma QA reviews and approves material CoA’s & CoC’s before release to ensure compliance with the specifications of the applicable pharmacopeia.Quality Agreements:
Pharma QA establishes and maintains quality agreements with key partners to ensure clearly defined responsibilities and compliance with regulatory standards – all in compliance with GDP/GMP requirements.Change Control:
Pharma QA makes sure that all changes impacting quality, materials, or processes are assessed, approved, and documented through the pharma change control system.Deviation and CAPA Management:
Pharma QA investigates deviations and complaints, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence.Document and Record Control:
Pharma QA maintains controlled procedures, specifications, and records to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance.Audits and Inspections:
Pharma QA performs regular audits and inspections together with EU-authorities, verify ongoing compliance with GDP/GMP and internal procedures.Recall Management:
Pharma QA maintains and tests recall procedures to enable rapid and effective product withdrawal.Training and Qualification:
Pharma QA ensures proper and continuous training and qualification of all personnel involved in GDP-related activities to ensure personnel perform their duties in accordance with current requirements.
Distributing responsibly
We believe social responsibility is an important part of being a global distribution partner. We are committed to acting in accordance with the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact, and our ESG principles are integrated into our business – as seen in our Code of Conduct and ESG Progress Report.
Member of Sedex
Our membership in Sedex signifies our commitment to sharing information and using it to improve ethical standards within the supply chain.

Certified with Ecovadis
EcoVadis certification is a globally recognized sustainability rating that evaluates companies on four key areas: environmental impact, labor & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.

Meet our Human Pharma API Specialists
Reach out directly to the specialist covering your region or product area to discuss your pharma product needs.
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Tobias Facklam
Managing Partner Belgium
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Hans J. Schröder von Volkmann
Sales & Purchase Director Germany
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Fabian von Volkmann
Partner, Managing Director Germany
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Anja Boehncke
Sales & Purchase Manager Germany
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Carsten Machholdt
Human API Sales & Purchase Director Denmark
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Morten Fausborg
Human API Purchase & Sales Manager Denmark
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Jan Slodki
Pharma Representative
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Marcus Morell
Sales Manager Germany
5 generations of expertise.
Always 1st class.

Through five generations, our entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to reliability have driven us onwards – as we’ve expanded to distribute the highest quality products anywhere across the globe.
Other industries we work with
Feed
Distributing high-quality vitamins, amino acids, minerals, carotenoids, and antioxidants to animal feed producers and pre-mixers worldwide.
Vet Pharma API’s
Distributing active pharmaceutical ingredients to the vet pharmaceutical industries.
Technical Use of Minerals
Distributing minerals for use in agriculture, oil drilling, and detergents.

