Business Description
Founded in 1947 and based in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Charles River Laboratories International helps pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies bring new medicines to market by providing research animals, laboratory testing, and drug development support services across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. The company breeds and supplies specially raised rodents for scientific research while also offering genetic modeling, disease screening, and animal health diagnostics to research teams worldwide. Its testing divisions evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new drugs, biologics, and other therapeutic compounds, covering everything from early discovery through preclinical trials. On the manufacturing side, Charles River provides quality control testing and contract production services to help ensure that pharmaceutical and consumer products meet regulatory standards before reaching patients.
