Sichuan Industrial Institute of Antibiotics

Sichuan Industrial Institute of Antibiotics (SIIA) is a prominent Chinese research organization dedicated to the field of microbial medicine and antibiotic industrialization. Established in 1965 and currently operating as a subsidiary of Sinopharm, SIIA specializes in the research, development, and pilot-scale production of anti-infective drugs, including penicillins, cephalosporins, and macrolides. The institute maintains a comprehensive platform for microbial strain breeding, fermentation engineering, and chemical synthesis. SIIA serves as a critical R&D hub for the China National Pharmaceutical Group, driving innovation in drug delivery systems and the development of high-value generic and novel therapeutic agents. Its facilities include the National Engineering Research Center for Antibiotics, which supports the translation of laboratory discoveries into industrial-scale manufacturing.