Research-Use
Oligonucleotide Manufacturing

Our Osaka site, GeneDesign, Inc., brings over 25 years of experience in solid-phase oligonucleotide synthesis, providing the expertise and capabilities to advance complex programs. We offer extensive expertise across a wide range of oligonucleotides, from short to long sequences, including LNA, GalNAc conjugates, phosphorothioate backbones, and other highly modified oligonucleotides. We deliver highly pure oligonucleotides with consistent quality and reliable, on-time delivery, even for complex and highly modified sequences.

Complexity Without Compromise

For therapeutic developers in rare diseases, oncology, and CNS, we deliver the synthesis expertise, flexibility, and quality needed to move challenging programs forward.

Technology Continuity & Conjugate

From early development to commercial supply, we deliver seamless manufacturing with consistent quality at every stage. As programs advance, our integrated capabilities scale with them—providing continuity within Aji Bio-Pharma Services from development through commercialization. Our expertise also extends to conjugate programs, including AOC through ADC conjugation, as well as GalNAc-ASO, GalNAc-siRNA, and PPMO.

Process Development & Scale-Up

We enable a seamless path from early development to clinical and commercial manufacturing through integrated process development and in-house manufacturing capabilities. From synthesis optimization and purification to lyophilization, our end-to-end expertise supports every stage of the workflow with consistency and efficiency.

Analytical & Quality Systems

Our integrated analytical and quality systems support comprehensive in-house characterization, release testing, and development of oligonucleotide programs. Our analytical platform encompasses LC-MS for identity testing, LC-MS/MS for sequence confirmation, RP-IP-HPLC for purity and assay, RP-IP-HPLC and AEX-HPLC for related substances, GC for residual solvents, colorimetric LAL assays for endotoxin, and calibrated pH measurement.

Unlocking Momentum in Complex Oligos Development

Our solid-phase expertise helps unlock innovation in oligonucleotide design by enabling complex modifications others struggle to execute. Built on more than 25 years of experience, proprietary know-how, and multi-step modification capabilities, our approach makes the difficult possible. We help therapeutic developers advance highly complex molecules with greater confidence and a more reliable path through discovery, lead optimization, and early development. This reduces technical barriers, speeds problem-solving, and keeps promising programs moving when timelines matter most. For teams developing therapies in rare disease, oncology, and CNS, we provide a faster, more dependable path from concept to candidate. By combining deep solid-phase chemistry expertise with a partnership mindset, we remove barriers to development so partners can unlock innovation and unleash the full potential of their programs.

25+

Years of oligo synthesis experience

100+

Unique modifications supported

95.3%

Purity achieved on 100-mer sgRNA

560

Maximum chain length

Solutions For Every Need

Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma Services is one of the only CDMOs offering both traditional solid-phase and proprietary AJIPHASE™ liquid-phase synthesis from development through commercial supply.

TechnologyStandard Solid Phase Synthesis
Scale Rangeμg to 10 kg
Regulatory StatusNon-GMP or cGMP
Best ForResearch to Clinical
Key Advantage・Full Complex Modification Portfolio
・High-Purity Synthesis
・98%+ On-Time Delivery, even for complex oligos.
TechnologyAJIPHASE™ Liquid-Phase Synthesis
Scale RangeGrams to 200 kg
Regulatory StatuscGMP Available
Best ForClinical to Commercial
Key Advantage・Large-Scale Synthesis Beyond Solid-Phase Limitations
・No process change from Dev to Commercial

Manufacturing Infrastructure

Our solid-phase oligonucleotide site brings over 25 years of expertise in solid-phase synthesis and is recognized as a leader in Japan. It supports needs from research reagents to clinical trial materials, with a framework for smooth transfer from process development to manufacturing based on extensive production experience and technical know-how.

When larger volumes are required, production moves to our Tokai site, which specializes in liquid-phase synthesis and offers more than 20 years of experience. Tokai supports scales from several kilograms to several hundred kilograms.

For demand from several hundred kilograms to ton scale, our Belgium site provides liquid-phase synthesis capacity. Although the manufacturing site changes with scale, we deliver reliable products under one consistent quality culture.

Let’s discuss complex oligo synthesis for your program

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Frequently Asked Questions

What modified oligonucleotide chemistries do you support?

We offer a broad portfolio of modified oligonucleotide chemistries, including PS, PMO, 2′-F, 2′-OMe, 2′-MOE, LNA, GalNAc, cholesterol, peptide, and antibody conjugates.

With extensive experience in a wide range of additional modifications, we can also accommodate chemistries beyond those listed in our price list. If you have a specific modification in mind, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

How should DNA/RNA products be dissolved and stored?

Our products are supplied in lyophilized form. Before use, please dissolve them in an aqueous solvent appropriate for your experimental system. No particular solvent is specifically recommended; depending on your application, sterile water, nuclease-free water, TE buffer, or other suitable buffers may be used.

For storage, we recommend keeping the products at −20°C or below. After reconstitution, the solution should be aliquoted for storage, and repeated freeze–thaw cycles should be avoided.

Do you support GalNAc conjugation and specialized modifications such as 5′-vinylphosphonate?

Yes, we do. We support both GalNAc conjugation and specialized modifications such as 5′-vinylphosphonate modification. Since multiple GalNAc structures are available, please specify the structure you require. The most commonly requested options are listed in our price list.

Can you synthesize 100-mer or longer oligonucleotides?

Yes, we can. We routinely support the synthesis of oligonucleotides exceeding 100-mer in length. Oligonucleotides up to approximately 100–120 mer can be produced using conventional solid-phase synthesis. For longer RNA, we offer GenClip™, an advanced approach combining chemical synthesis with enzymatic ligation. Using this technology, we have successfully synthesized mRNA up to 560 mer.

For RNA in the 80–120 mer range, we recommend the most suitable synthesis method—conventional solid-phase synthesis or GenClip™—based on the sequence.

What is the relationship between solid-phase synthesis and AJIPHASE™ for complex oligos?

Solid-phase synthesis is used from early, small-quantity studies up to kilogram-scale production, while AJIPHASE™ is applied for tens-of-kilograms to ton-scale manufacturing. When appropriate, we also leverage GenClip™, which combines enzymatic ligation, to support the overall process.

What production scale can be achieved with AJIPHASE™?

Accordion ContenUp to 200 kg via AJIPHASE™ (confirm batch vs. cumulative with operations) and up to 10 g via solid-phase synthesis — both available in cGMP configuration. For PMO specifically, Aji operates one of the largest dedicated reactor capacities globally at 8,000 L.

In what form are oligonucleotides delivered?

Oligonucleotides are supplied in lyophilized form. We do not offer delivery in solution due to stability considerations.

What is the typical turnaround time?

For oligonucleotides of around 30 mer, delivery is typically within 1–2 weeks. Larger-scale or more complex oligonucleotides may require additional time, but most products are delivered within 1 month.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept orders from customers worldwide.

For customers in Japan, transactions are handled through our distributors.

Customers outside Japan can purchase directly from us. Payment can be made by bank transfer or credit card. Japanese yen (JPY) and U.S. dollars (USD) are the primary currencies available, with additional currencies available for certain orders. Please contact us if you require a specific currency.

How much does shipping cost?

Unless otherwise requested, we cover shipping costs for both domestic and international orders.

Do you offer any promotions or discounts?

Yes. We offer a 10% discount when 16 or more oligonucleotides are ordered at the same time. Academic customers are also eligible for discounted academic pricing on an ongoing basis. From time to time, we may also offer special promotional discounts.

Please contact us for a quote and details on available discounts.