Recent investments and expansions by leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies have brought recognition to South Carolina as a top destination for the life sciences industry. With a talented and innovative workforce, top research institutions and world-class hospital systems, the Palmetto State boasts an expanding biotech infrastructure.
With such exceptional assets, a dynamic group of bulk manufacturers, chemical processors, generic and proprietary pharmaceutical developers, hygiene product producers and packagers and related research and development companies have all decided to make their home in South Carolina. As a result, the Palmetto State has cultivated a truly cutting-edge life sciences industry sector.

Belimed Life Science
Belimed Life Science is Swiss founded manufacturer of products used in the manufacturing process of lifesaving vaccines and drug therapies. The leading supplier of steam sterilizers and parts washers with operations, Charleston County is its first US site.
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new life sciences jobs announced from 2017–2022
annual economic impact of South Carolina's life sciences industry
life sciences companies currently operating in SC
South Carolinians employed in the life sciences sector
growing life sciences sector in the Southeast and in the state
in export sales of medical instruments and pharmaceutical products in 2022, through November
Life Sciences Industry Snapshot
More than 1,000 life sciences-related companies call SC home, including:
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