Ursatec
URSATEC GmbH is a German specialty manufacturer that designs and produces patented preservative-free multi-dose dosage systems (3K®, COMFORT®) and contract-manufactures finished pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food supplements, and cosmetics for B2B customers in over 50 countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1993
- HeadquartersTholey, Germany
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Ursatec does
URSATEC GmbH is a German specialty pharmaceutical packaging and contract-manufacturing company founded in 1993 and headquartered in Tholey, Saarland. It designs, patents, and manufactures preservative-free multi-dose dosage systems — principally the proprietary 3K® and COMFORT® platforms — for nasal sprays, nasal droppers, mouth and throat sprays, ear sprays, and skin sprays. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Aero Pump GmbH and operates its entire production out of a single Made-in-Germany site with ISO Class A cleanroom sterile filling, validated sterilization, and an annual production capacity exceeding 150 million dosage-system units. Cumulative shipments approach 2 billion units across more than 50 countries, and URSATEC self-describes as the No. 1 worldwide supplier in its niche.
URSATEC monetizes through four interlocking streams: (1) sale of 3K® and COMFORT® dosage systems as primary packaging to pharma, medical-device, cosmetics, and food-supplement manufacturers; (2) contract manufacturing of preservative-free finished products under customer brands (private label/white-label); (3) integrated "ONE Source" services spanning product development, raw-material sourcing, sterilization, sterile filling, laboratory testing, and regulatory affairs; and (4) technology licensing of its patented platforms. Customers are B2B enterprises reached through direct enterprise field sales and major trade shows such as CPHI Worldwide, CPHI MENA, and PharmaSynergy, with quote-based negotiated pricing and ex-works delivery terms. The customer base spans four verticals — pharmaceutical, medical-device, food-supplement, and cosmetics manufacturers — with named co-development partners including STAQ (haemophilia sprays), Validose (augmented intranasal delivery), VivoLab AB (pediatric pacifier/spray), and Dr. C. Soldan (food supplements).
The company holds registered trademarks for the 3K®, COMFORT®, and "WHEN PRESERVATIVE FREE MATTERS®" brands, plus patents on its dosage-system technology and sterilization processes. Certifications include DE-ÖKO-013 organic food-manufacturer status and an EcoVadis Bronze sustainability rating, both awarded in 2025. Leadership is provided by authorized representatives Horst Zimmer and Dr. Andreas Bilstein, with headcount reported in the 11–50 range.
Ursatec firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Ursatec
- Legal name
- URSATEC GmbH
- Website
- https://ursatec.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1993
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- URSATEC GmbH is a German specialty manufacturer that designs and produces patented preservative-free multi-dose dosage systems (3K®, COMFORT®) and contract-manufactures finished pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food supplements, and cosmetics for B2B customers in over 50 countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Ursatec industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Pharmaceutical Packaging & Contract Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (3254), Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391), Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (3256)
- SIC
- Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Pharmaceutical Preparations (2834), Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Nasal Drug Delivery Devices (Sprays/Powder Devices) (HLAHAIAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Unit-Dose & Compliance Packaging (Sachets, Strip Packs, Pill Organizers) (IMALAIAH), Sterilization Services & Contract Reprocessing (ETO/Gamma/E-beam providers) (HLAHANAB)
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Where Ursatec is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Tholey
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Ursatec business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Dosage Systems Sales: Sale of 3K® and COMFORT® dosage systems to pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and cosmetics brands. Systems are sold as primary packaging solutions for preservative-free formulations.
- Finished Products / White-Label Manufacturing: Contract manufacturing of finished pharmaceutical products, medical devices, food supplements, and cosmetics under customer brands (private label/white-label).
- ONE Source Services: Comprehensive service offerings including product development, raw material sourcing, sterilization, sterile filling, laboratory services, and regulatory affairs consulting - provided as integrated package.
- Technology Licensing: Licensing of proprietary dosage system technologies to partners for manufacturing and distribution.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels5 records
Ursatec product offering
Product offeringCore offering
URSATEC GmbH develops and manufactures patented 3K® and COMFORT® dosage systems that enable preservative-free delivery of pharmaceutical, medical device, food supplement, and cosmetic formulations via nasal sprays, ear sprays, mouth/throat sprays, and skin sprays. The company also offers contract manufacturing (white-label/private-label) of finished products using these dosage systems. Its ONE Source integrated service offering spans product development, raw material sourcing, sterilization, sterile filling in ISO Class A cleanrooms, laboratory testing, and regulatory affairs, providing customers with end-to-end support from concept through regulatory approval to market launch.
Product overview
URSATEC GmbH is a German pharmaceutical contract manufacturer and technology company specializing in preservative-free drug delivery systems. The portfolio centers on two patented dosage system technologies — the 3K®-System and the COMFORT®-System — which enable multi-dose nasal sprays, droppers, and other spray applicators to deliver pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food supplements, and cosmetics without any preservatives. These core technology platforms are complemented by a ONE Source full-service offering that spans product development, raw material sourcing, sterilization, sterile filling in ISO Class A cleanrooms, laboratory services, and regulatory affairs, providing customers with an integrated pathway from idea to market-ready finished product. URSATEC manufactures 100% in Germany and holds certifications including organic (DE-ÖKO-013) and EcoVadis Bronze.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- 3K® System: Patent-protected dosage system technology for preservative-free application of pharmaceutical formulations, medical devices, food supplements, and cosmetics.
- COMFORT® System
- OneSource
- WHEN PRESERVATIVE FREE MATTERS®
Products and services
- 3K®-System A patented multi-dose nasal spray and dropper system enabling preservative-free delivery of pharmaceutical formulations and medical devices, developed as the foundational technology 30 years ago and still in wide commercial use.
- COMFORT®-System
Quantifiable outcome
- Nearly 2 billion units sold worldwide since foundation in 1993
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Ursatec
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Ursatec technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Ursatec partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Aero Pump GmbHcoreAero Pump GmbH is the parent company of URSATEC. Both companies participate jointly at major trade shows (CPHI Worldwide) presenting complementary capabilities. Aero Pump specializes in pump and喷雾 systems while URSATEC focuses on preservative-free dosage systems.
- EmphasysminorPartner in joint trade show presence at CPHI events. Represents part of the broader ecosystem of companies collaborating on pharmaceutical packaging and delivery solutions.
- STAQminorCooperation on spray solutions for haemophilia patients announced on World Hemophilia Day 2025. Development partnership focused on specialized delivery systems for this patient population.
- VivoLab ABminorSwedish company partnership for pacifier/spray product development announced November 2023. Represents URSATEC's expansion into new product categories through strategic partnerships.
- Dr. C. SoldanminorDevelopment partnership resulting in first preservative-free bitter spray food supplement going on sale. URSATEC provided dosage system technology while Dr. C. Soldan contributed product formulation expertise.
- Aero Pump GmbH (Product Partnership)coreStrategic technology partnership on nose-to-brain drug administration and soft mist nasal sprays. Combined expertise of URSATEC's dosage systems and Aero Pump's pump technology for innovative delivery solutions.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Ursatec competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Silgan Dispensing Systems: Producer of pumps, sprayers, and dispensing closures for personal care, beauty, and pharmaceutical markets. Comparable to URSATEC for cosmetic and OTC spray applications where preservative-free dosing formats overlap with Silgan's pump portfolio.
- AptarGroup: Global leader in dispensing systems and drug delivery devices for pharmaceutical, beauty, and food markets. Aptar's broader portfolio (pumps, valves, closures, nasal spray systems) directly competes with URSATEC's 3K®/COMFORT® dosage systems in the preservative-free nasal spray niche.
- Catalent (now part of Novo Holdings): Large-scale contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) offering sterile fill-finish and drug delivery services. Comparable to URSATEC's ONE Source offering in pharmaceutical contract manufacturing, sterile filling, and regulatory services.
- Gerresheimer: European pharmaceutical packaging and drug delivery manufacturer producing glass and plastic primary packaging including nasal spray bottles. Comparable as a broad pharmaceutical packaging incumbent serving the same customer base with overlapping preservative-free delivery formats.
- West Pharmaceutical Services: Global leader in injectable drug containment and delivery, with growing presence in nasal and inhalation delivery. Comparable as a regulated drug delivery and packaging incumbent serving pharma customers that may also seek preservative-free delivery solutions.
- Vetter Pharma: German CDMO specializing in aseptic fill-finish for injectables and complex dosage forms. Comparable to URSATEC's Class A cleanroom sterile filling and contract manufacturing capabilities for regulated pharmaceutical customers.
- Schott AG (Pharma): Global pharmaceutical packaging supplier with primary packaging for injectables, nasal, and diagnostic applications. Comparable to URSATEC as a broad pharma packaging incumbent whose primary packaging portfolio overlaps with URSATEC's nasal and sterile filling offerings.
Direct peers
- Nemera: Specialist in drug delivery devices including nasal spray pumps, ophthalmic, and inhalation systems. Closely comparable to URSATEC as a focused drug delivery device manufacturer serving pharma customers with proprietary nasal spray platforms.
- Bormioli Pharma: European pharmaceutical primary packaging manufacturer offering bottles, closures, and dosing systems for nasal, ophthalmic, and oral applications. Comparable to URSATEC as a European-focused pharma packaging peer serving overlapping customer verticals.
Others
- Aero Pump GmbH: Parent company of URSATEC and specialist in pump and spray technology. Highly comparable technology base and the closest commercial/strategic partner — joint CPHI presence, joint Validose and nose-to-brain development, and shared product development pipeline.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Ursatec social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance2 records
Ursatec financial estimates
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Ursatec leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Ursatec funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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Ursatec M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Ursatec
What does Ursatec do?
URSATEC GmbH develops and manufactures patented 3K® and COMFORT® dosage systems that enable preservative-free delivery of pharmaceutical, medical device, food supplement, and cosmetic formulations via nasal sprays, ear sprays, mouth/throat sprays, and skin sprays. The company also offers contract manufacturing (white-label/private-label) of finished products using these dosage systems. Its ONE Source integrated service offering spans product development, raw material sourcing, sterilization, sterile filling in ISO Class A cleanrooms, laboratory testing, and regulatory affairs, providing customers with end-to-end support from concept through regulatory approval to market launch.
Is Ursatec a public or private company?
Ursatec is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Ursatec founded?
Ursatec was founded in 1993. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Ursatec based?
Ursatec is headquartered in Tholey, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does Ursatec make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Dosage Systems Sales are the primary driver. The others are finished Products / White-Label Manufacturing, ONE Source Services and technology Licensing.
Who are Ursatec's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Silgan Dispensing Systems, AptarGroup, Catalent (now part of Novo Holdings), Gerresheimer, West Pharmaceutical Services, Vetter Pharma and Schott AG (Pharma). Direct peers are Nemera and Bormioli Pharma. Aero Pump GmbH is listed as an others.
Does Ursatec have an API?
No public API is recorded for Ursatec.
What industry is Ursatec in?
Ursatec's product category is Pharmaceutical Packaging & Contract Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAHAIAK, Nasal Drug Delivery Devices (Sprays/Powder Devices), with a secondary code of IMALAIAH, Unit-Dose & Compliance Packaging (Sachets, Strip Packs, Pill Organizers). Its NAICS code is 3254 and its SIC code is 3841.