In this issue of Industry Update, we are pleased to feature Toxiqua Ltd. as our Toxicology Company of the Month.
A newborn’s first breath. A field heavy with crops ready for harvest. A promising product on the lab bench. What connects them all is a simple truth: the safety of chemicals matters, not just for today, but for generations to come. When those substances affect reproduction or development, the impact can span lifetimes.
This is where Toxiqua Ltd. excels. Founded in 2024, the Worcester-based consultancy has quickly positioned itself as a trusted specialist in Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology (DART), one of the most complex and high-profile areas of regulatory science.
At the heart of Toxiqua’s success is Jason Manton, a board-certified, EU-registered toxicologist with over 20 years’ experience across contract research organisations, industry, and consultancy. His career has been dedicated to understanding how chemicals interact with life at its most vulnerable stages, before birth and through reproductive health. That expertise now powers Toxiqua’s mission: “Providing innovative solutions to complex problems.”
From global manufacturers and importers to niche innovators, Toxiqua serves clients in chemicals, agrochemicals, biocides, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. Its service portfolio covers the full spectrum of developmental and reproductive toxicology, including study design and monitoring, CRO selection, data-gap analysis, OECD/IUCLID dossier preparation, and regulatory representation.
Why DART matters. Developmental and reproductive studies require exceptional scientific precision and an intimate understanding of regulatory expectations. A single misinterpretation of data, a flawed study design, or an incomplete submission can lead to costly delays, lost market opportunities, or outright rejection by authorities. Toxiqua mitigates these risks by building strategies that are both scientifically rigorous and regulator-ready.
To achieve this, the company blends traditional study methods with >120 years combined experience and predictive tools such as QSAR (Quantitative Structure Activity Relationship) modelling, with cutting edge read-across techniques. This approach not only strengthens the scientific case but also reduces unnecessary testing, saving client’s time and resources.
“We cut through complexity,” says Manton. “Every project benefits from senior consultant involvement, so our clients receive clear, independent advice, fast, and with absolute scientific integrity.”
The company’s first year has been marked by rapid growth and strong client feedback. Building on this momentum, Toxiqua is in the process of implementing ISO 9001:2015 aligned quality processes to reinforce its commitment to operational excellence. Plans are also underway to expand the senior toxicology team, ensuring the company can continue to deliver the speed, quality, and independence that have become its hallmark.
Toxiqua’s impact goes beyond compliance. By safeguarding products that people depend on, from medicines to agricultural solutions, it plays a direct role in protecting both human health and the environment. In doing so, it ensures that the unseen connections between our chemistry and our future remain safe, stable, and sustainable.
In an industry where safety, trust, and regulatory precision define success, Toxiqua turns complex problems into solutions that protect not just products, but generations.
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