Preclinical Contract Research Organization

Certifications

  • ISO/IEC 17025:2005
  • FDA Registered
  • USDA Registered
  • AAALAC
  • OLAW Assurance
  • MSPCA Permit

Contact Information

15 Wiggins Avenue
Bedford, MA 01730
+1 800-458-4141
www.toxikon.com

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About Toxikon Corporation

Toxikon Corporation has been working with the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industry for nearly 40 years. Toxikon is a Contract Research Organization (CRO), with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation that is registered with the US FDA and Japanese MHLW for drug and medical device testing. The Company provides in vivo, analytical, and in vitro testing services. Toxikon’s safety services include toxicology (acute, subchronic, and chronic toxicity, reproductive toxicity, genetic toxicology, carcinogenicity), pharmacokinetics, toxicokinetics, bioavailability, ADME, chemical characterization, impurities analysis and synthesis, bioanalytical, and microbiology.

Toxikon has two primary locations: headquartered in Bedford, MA within a multi building campus, including 117,000 square feet of state-of-the art facilities and an additional 20,000 square foot European lab operation in Leuven, Belgium. Toxikon’s laboratory facilities are fully accredited including GLP/GMP registrations, and the Bedford facilities have full USDA, OLAW, and AAALAC animal testing credentials. In addition, both facilities are ISO accredited, enabling GLP and non-GLP work across both facilities. The Company currently has approximately 80 animal rooms, and has extensive and fully equipped surgical suites, along with support services that include efficacy and research services, and histology and clinical pathology. The Company currently serves over 1,000 active customers across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device sectors through-out the world.

To learn more, please visit www.toxikon.com or contact info@toxikon.com.

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24 Community Reviews 4.21/5 Overall Rating

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Toxikon Corporation Reviews

Poor Experience with Biocomp Testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/13/2014

Speed 1 / Price 3 / Quality 1

Poor experience. Will not use again.

Strengths: They were flexible with some disassembly prior to testing.

Needs to improve: Very poor communication, poor follow-through, very slow in responding to follow-ups.

pre-clinical drug development management


CEO/Owner , Pharmaceuticals
06/17/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 4

we reached out to toxikon to assist us in the pre-clinical steps of our company. we contracted them out to become our development partner and we were assigned a specific point of contact rather than multiple individuals who would be managing our account. our rep worked with use through every step to learn the specifics of our applications so they may help us more readily. they delivery our data reports in a timely manner and the results were reliable, thorough and valuable. they have assisted us tremendously in our clinical development and well continue to use them in our future pre-clinical needs

Strengths: expert team members, fast turnaround time, reliable data/service, certified and accredited, pre-clinical expertise

Needs to improve: none

Quality vendor!


Operations , Consulting
05/20/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

One of our default vendors for biocompatibility testing. We're a small startup that outsources a lot of our testings due to capacity constraints. We've been impressed with Toxikon's quality of service as their expert staff make it a point to maintain constant communication throughout. Accurate results and rather quick turnaround times given the thoroughness of the analysis. Will contract again due to the level of client dedication

Strengths: product quality, customer service, accuracy, expert staff

Needs to improve: none

Quality biocompatibility testing


Finance/Accounting , Medical Device
06/15/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

My start up uses Toxikon for biocompatibility testing. We usually outsources our testing process due to budget capacity constraints. We were happy with Toxikon's quality results as their expert team make it a point to maintain regular communication through out the process. Accurate data and rather fast turnaround times given the complexity of the analysis. Will definitely work with this vendor again.

Strengths: Industry expertise, short lead times, high quality results

Needs to improve: None

Biocompatibility Testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
04/04/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

We've used Toxikon a number of times. They excel at testing non-standard products. Given our product was a new concept there wasn't much prior testing experience to go by. Material amounts were small, so achieving the gram requirements would be extremely difficult and costly. Toxikon work with us to develop a strategy to achieve the required amounts without the huge cost.

Strengths: Biocompatibility Testing

Needs to improve: None

Good house for Bio Comp Testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/23/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

I used Toxikon based a commendation from a colleague. They performed the services that were asked on Class VI device. My only concern is the distance when shipping samples across the country. There are lots of good labs on the west coast that I would use instead.

Strengths: BioComp testing

Needs to improve: If you are on the west coast distance is an issue.

Another Biocompatibility Test Facility


Manufacturing , Medical Device
04/17/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 3

Nelson Labs is my goto biocompatibility vendor, but sometimes they don’t always have the capability to perform all the tests. That’s where Toxikon comes in. Their staff is knowledgeable and well aware of the regulatory climate and what expectations regulatory bodies are looking for.

Strengths: Biocompatibility, Material Analysis, Knowledgeable Staff

Needs to improve: None.

Your biocompatibility source!


General Administrative , Medical Device
03/18/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

Helped get several devices through biocompatibility testing. Were very good about updating us when regulations changed mid-test. Helped us justify certain test successfully to the FDA.

Strengths: They are experts on what the FDA wants to see, given the FDA's unclear guidances and instruction.

Needs to improve: Their experts are often too busy to respond to urgent requests for information.

For your testing needs.


Clinical , Consumer Products
08/31/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

All their testing is completed and on time. They are a great resource for biocompatibility testing. Overall a good testing company which I highly recommend.

Strengths: A reliable testing company with great services. They are quick and their staff is helpful in assisting you with what you need.

Needs to improve: None

Biocompatibility Testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/17/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

Toxikon aided in the planning and execution of ISO10993 biocomp testing for regulatory submission (US & OUS). This testing included all requirements for an implant and delivery system (Class 3). Communication was good, and the testing proceeded according to schedule.

Strengths: Biocompatibility testing

Needs to improve: none

Quality Testing Lab


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/17/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

Toxikon was instrumental in helping our product pass Biocompatibility testing. Their knowledge of the tests helped determine the correct tests for our device and to determine a false positive was not related to our device.

Strengths: Excellent Knowledge of Biocompatibility Testing

Needs to improve: None

Biocomp Testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
02/25/2014

Speed 5 / Price 3 / Quality 5

They have supported many submissions for biocompatibility testing performed. These include all the tests required for Class 1, 2, and 3 devices as well as permanent implants.

Strengths: Various Bio compatibility tests

Needs to improve: none

Biocompatibility Testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
12/11/2013

Speed 4 / Price 3 / Quality 4

A great option for biocompatibility and chemical testing

Strengths: You're go-to company for almost all of your biocompatibility testing requirements.

Needs to improve: On a rare occasion, there are some tests they do not perform anymore.

Reliable Biocomp Testing


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/31/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

Reliable biocomp testing house. Tests were performed as directed and completed on schedule. Staff was very helpful in determining sample and prep requirements. Reports were complete and timely.

Strengths: Biocomp testing

Needs to improve: none

Biocomp Eval


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/12/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 4

Contacted them to perform biocompatibility testing for an implant and <24 hour circulatory device and all reports were accepted by international and domestic regulatory bodies

Strengths: Biocompatibility Tests

Needs to improve: None

Biocompatibility specialists


Quality , Medical Device
03/16/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

Have been satisfied with their work. They are quick to respond and provide results quickly.

Strengths: Toxikon is one of the few companies we use for biocompatibility testing.

Needs to improve: None

biocomp testing


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/23/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 4

excellent test services to address all your biocomp needs. the staff is very knowledgeable and helpful as well

Strengths: great staff, variety of test services

Needs to improve: none

Biocompatibility Tests Facility


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/14/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 4

They are one of two companies I regularly go to for biocompatibility testing. Team is responsive and they do great work.

Strengths: biocomp testing

Needs to improve: none

Biocomp Testing Services


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/21/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

Toxicon performed all the biocomp testing for our Class 3 system. Customer service was good. Testing was completed to schedule.

Strengths: Biocomp testing

Needs to improve: None

Biocomp Tests


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/24/2014

Speed 4 / Price 3 / Quality 4

They are well versed in biocompatibility testing. You can’t go wrong with their services.

Strengths: Biocompatibility Testing

Needs to improve: None