XCellR8 is a world leader in non-animal testing

Our GLP accredited laboratory provides ground-breaking in vitro safety and efficacy tests for the cosmetics and chemical industries.

We combine established regulatory tests with the development of exciting new methods, driven by our passionate commitment to provide you with rapid delivery of completely animal-free testing strategies that are both scientifically advanced and ethically sound.  Our clients range from global leaders to SMEs.

Our world class expertise and award-winning work has been recognised at a regulatory level by the OECD and the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), and supported by top funding bodies such as Innovate UK and the European Horizon 2020 programme.

Get in touch today to find out how we are redefining testing.

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Learn how the three skin sensitisation tests, DPRA, KeratinoSens™ and h-CLAT, work for ingredients and mixtures, what the latest OECD guidance tells us and how Lush used them as a prelude to human trials.

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In vitro methods are now in widespread use for regulatory safety testing around the world, ncluding for REACH and CLP. Achieve regulatory compliance and satisfy ethical concerns.

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“XCellR8 provided the support and expertise to bring our product to market quickly, at a competitive price.”

WILLIAM REICHART, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY
2018-09-19T20:27:40+00:00
WILLIAM REICHART, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY

“I have been delighted with XCellR8’s service and especially the explanation and mentoring, often about emerging methodology, which has been invaluable.”

CAROL SHEANE, REGULATORY MANAGER, ITACONIX
2018-06-29T09:58:03+00:00
CAROL SHEANE, REGULATORY MANAGER, ITACONIX

“Rapid turnaround of high quality reports, helpful and responsive staff and excellent communication”

DR ALEX PAUL, PRINCIPLE: CHEMICAL REGULATORY SERVICES, YORDAS GROUP
2018-09-19T20:22:19+00:00
DR ALEX PAUL, PRINCIPLE: CHEMICAL REGULATORY SERVICES, YORDAS GROUP

“Our partnership with XCellR8 enhances the safety of our customers and brings benefits for the whole industry.”

KARL BYGRAVE, DIRECTOR, LUSH
2017-09-05T11:17:40+00:00
KARL BYGRAVE, DIRECTOR, LUSH

“I never feel like I’ve disappeared into a customer service black hole – the service is high speed and high quality.”

IAN CALLAN, HEAD OF GLOBAL REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, INNOSPEC
2018-09-19T20:25:36+00:00
IAN CALLAN, HEAD OF GLOBAL REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, INNOSPEC

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UNplugged at the UN!

Sep 25, 2018

Sustainable development goals: Making the case for cruelty-free production and consumption  As the United Nations General Assembly 73 kicks off this week, our CEO and founder Carol Treasure is heading to New York to take part in a panel discussion in the Sustainable...

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A day in the life of a Quality Assurance Manager

A day in the life of a Quality Assurance Manager

Sep 18, 2018

The main purpose of a Quality Assurance Manager (QA) in a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) compliant facility is to provide independent assurance to management that facilities, systems and processes comply with the regulations and that study data submitted to government...

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