Pharmaceutical plastic molding and manufacturing for medical containers, dispensing components, and precision plastic parts

Pharmaceutical Plastic Molding & Cleanroom Manufacturing

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. provides precision plastic molding, cleanroom  manufacturing, mold and tool manufacturing, engineering, prototyping, assembly and  secondary manufacturing services for pharmaceutical companies, drug-delivery  product manufacturers, diagnostic companies, laboratory-product manufacturers  and pharmaceutical OEMs throughout California and across the United States. 

With more than 40 years of plastics manufacturing experience and ISO 9001:2015, AS9100  Rev D and ISO 13485:2016 certifications, Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding supports demanding  pharmaceutical manufacturing programs from early product development and prototyping  through tooling, cleanroom molding, production, assembly and secondary operations. 

Our pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities include cleanroom medical injection  molding, plastic injection molding, liquid silicone rubber molding, blow molding,  thermoforming, vacuum forming, rotational molding, mold and tooling manufacturing, 3D  printing and rapid prototyping, custom plastic and metal parts manufacturing, clean room  assembly, mechanical assembly, cable assembly, ultrasonic welding, pad printing and  other secondary manufacturing services. 

For projects requiring controlled manufacturing, Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding offers both  Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7 cleanroom environments and Class 100,000 / ISO Class 8  cleanroom environments.

Pharmaceutical Plastic Injection Molding

Precision plastic injection molding is widely used to manufacture repeatable plastic  components for pharmaceutical packaging, drug-delivery systems, diagnostics, laboratory  equipment and pharmaceutical manufacturing systems. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support prototype, low-, medium- and high-volume  programs depending on part geometry, tooling and production requirements. 

Potential pharmaceutical injection molded components include: 

  • Auto-injector housings 
  • Injector components 
  • Inhaler housings 
  • Metered-dose inhaler components 
  • Medication dispenser components 
  • Dosing-device components 
  • Syringe components
  • Plunger components 
  • Vial handling components 
  • Pill bottle caps 
  • Child-resistant closures 
  • Diagnostic cartridge housings 
  • Test kit components 
  • Reagent container components 
  • Laboratory consumables 
  • Fluid-handling components 
  • Pump housings 
  • Valve bodies 
  • Connectors 
  • Manifolds 
  • IV-related components 
  • Sample-handling components 
  • Pharmaceutical equipment housings 
  • Precision plastic enclosures

Depending on design requirements, Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can also support insert  molding, overmolding, vertical injection molding and tight-tolerance molding.

Weather & UV Resistance

Materials engineered to withstand prolonged outdoor exposure and environmental conditions.

Leak-Resistant Performance

Precision molding ensures tight seals and reliable fluid control.

Durable Material Selection

Resins chosen for resistance to chemicals, moisture, and long-term wear.

High-Volume Production Capability

Efficient processes designed to support large-scale irrigation system manufacturing.

ISO Class 7 & ISO Class 8 Cleanroom Manufacturing

Contamination control can be critical for pharmaceutical, diagnostic and drug-delivery  components. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding provides cleanroom injection molding and controlled  manufacturing environments that include: 

  • Class 10,000 / ISO Class 7 cleanroom environments 
  • Class 100,000 / ISO Class 8 cleanroom environments 
  • Cleanroom plastic injection molding 
  • Clean room assembly 
  • Controlled part handling 
  • Cleanroom secondary operations for qualifying projects 

Cleanroom manufacturing can help reduce particulate contamination during molding,  handling and assembly for products requiring controlled environmental conditions. 

The appropriate cleanroom classification and manufacturing controls should be  determined by each product’s regulatory, quality and contamination-control requirements.

ISO 13485-Certified Manufacturing 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. maintains ISO 13485:2016 certification, supporting  quality management systems appropriate for regulated medical and pharmaceutical  manufacturing programs. 

The company also maintains: 

  • ISO 9001:2015 
  • AS9100 Rev D 
  • ISO 13485:2016 

These certifications support disciplined manufacturing, documentation, process control,  inspection and continuous improvement. 

Learn more about Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding’s quality systems. 

Drug Delivery Device Components 

Drug-delivery products often require tight dimensional control, reliable assembly and  carefully selected materials. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support molded plastic and LSR components for  applications such as:

  • Auto-injectors 
  • Pen injectors 
  • Inhalers 
  • Nasal delivery devices 
  • Ophthalmic delivery systems 
  • Medication dispensers 
  • Dosing devices 
  • Syringe assemblies 
  • Infusion-related components 
  • Pump components 
  • Wearable drug-delivery systems 
  • Disposable drug-delivery devices 
  • Cartridge housings 
  • Valve and connector systems

Projects can incorporate rigid thermoplastics, flexible elastomers, inserts and multi component assemblies depending on design requirements.

Liquid Silicone Rubber Molding for Pharmaceutical Applications 

Liquid silicone rubber molding can be used for pharmaceutical and drug-delivery  components requiring flexibility, sealing performance or temperature resistance. 

Potential LSR applications include:

  • Syringe seals 
  • Pump diaphragms 
  • Valve components 
  • Check valves 
  • Septa 
  • Gaskets 
  • Dispensing components 
  • Flexible seals 
  • Wearable drug-delivery seals 
  • Fluid-management components 
  • Flexible connectors 
  • Protective covers 
  • Overmolded interfaces

Material grade and regulatory suitability should always be evaluated based on the specific  pharmaceutical application. 

Blow Molding for Pharmaceutical Bottles & Containers 

Custom blow molding can be used to manufacture bottles, containers and fluid-handling  products for pharmaceutical and laboratory applications. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding supports extrusion blow molding, injection blow molding and  injection stretch blow molding. 

Potential pharmaceutical blow molded applications include:

  • Pill bottles 
  • Pharmaceutical liquid bottles 
  • Nasal spray bottles 
  • Ophthalmic solution containers 
  • Reagent bottles 
  • Laboratory bottles 
  • Sterile-water containers 
  • Fluid reservoirs 
  • Media storage containers
  • Process-fluid containers 
  • Bulk chemical containers 
  • Pharmaceutical packaging containers

Depending on project requirements, secondary operations may include trimming, leak  testing, labeling, printing, assembly, filling and sealing. 

Pharmaceutical Packaging Components 

Packaging is an important part of pharmaceutical product protection, handling and  distribution. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support custom molded or formed packaging components  such as:

  • Pharmaceutical bottles 
  • Caps and closures 
  • Child-resistant closure components 
  • Unit-dose trays 
  • Vial trays 
  • Syringe trays 
  • Diagnostic trays 
  • Protective packaging inserts 
  • Transport trays 
  • Laboratory trays 
  • Device packaging components 
  • Custom pharmaceutical product packaging

Thermoforming and vacuum forming can be evaluated for tray and packaging applications  where formed sheet products provide the most appropriate manufacturing solution. 

Thermoforming & Vacuum Forming 

Thermoforming and vacuum forming can provide economical manufacturing options for  pharmaceutical trays, packaging and larger formed components. 

Potential applications include: 

  • Vial trays 
  • Syringe trays 
  • Diagnostic trays 
  • Pharmaceutical packaging inserts 
  • Medication organization trays 
  • Laboratory handling trays
  • Equipment covers 
  • Protective transport packaging 
  • Device packaging trays 
  • Custom formed pharmaceutical components

The manufacturing process should be selected based on part geometry, material  requirements, production volume and intended application. 

Pharmaceutical Mold & Tool Manufacturing 

Reliable pharmaceutical production starts with properly engineered tooling. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding provides mold and tooling support for injection molding, LSR  molding, blow molding, thermoforming, vacuum forming and other manufacturing  processes. 

Tooling support can include:

  • Design for Manufacturability 
  • Mold Flow Analysis where appropriate 
  • Mold design 
  • Prototype tooling 
  • Production tooling 
  • Multi-cavity tooling 
  • Insert molding tools 
  • Overmolding tools 
  • LSR tooling 
  • Blow molds 
  • Thermoforming tooling 
  • Mold sampling 
  • Engineering changes 
  • Mold transfer 
  • Mold maintenance 
  • Mold repair 
  • Mold refurbishment

Integrating tooling and production support can help reduce communication gaps between  tool design, process development and ongoing manufacturing.

Engineering, DFM & Rapid Prototyping 

Early engineering involvement is especially important for pharmaceutical components with  complex geometry, tight tolerances, fluid pathways, sealing features or assembly  requirements. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding supports:

  • Design for Manufacturability 
  • Material selection 
  • Mold Flow Analysis where appropriate 
  • Wall-thickness review 
  • Draft analysis 
  • Gate-location evaluation 
  • Parting-line review 
  • Shrinkage considerations 
  • Warpage review 
  • Sealing-feature evaluation 
  • Insert-molding review 
  • Overmolding review 
  • Assembly evaluation 
  • Cost-reduction opportunities

Our 3D printing and rapid prototyping services can help product-development teams  evaluate form, fit, assembly and design concepts before production tooling is finalized. 

Pharmaceutical & Medical-Grade Materials 

Material selection for pharmaceutical applications should consider chemical resistance,  dimensional stability, temperature exposure, sterilization method, fluid contact,  transparency, mechanical performance and regulatory requirements. 

Depending on the project, materials may include:

  • Polypropylene (PP) 
  • Polyethylene (PE) 
  • HDPE 
  • LDPE 
  • Polycarbonate (PC) 
  • ABS 
  • Acetal / POM 
  • PBT
  • Nylon 
  • PEEK 
  • PEI / ULTEM® 
  • PPSU 
  • PSU 
  • TPE 
  • TPU 
  • Liquid Silicone Rubber 
  • Specialty engineering resins

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding works with customers to evaluate materials based on the  specific application and product requirements. 

Material suitability, biocompatibility, drug-contact compatibility, sterilization compatibility  and regulatory compliance should be confirmed for the exact resin grade and intended use  rather than assumed based solely on the generic polymer family. 

Clean Room Assembly 

Pharmaceutical products frequently require assembly after molding. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can provide clean room assembly for qualifying pharmaceutical  and medical-related projects. 

Assembly services may include:

  • Component installation 
  • Mechanical assembly 
  • Insert installation 
  • Hardware installation 
  • Plastic-to-plastic assembly 
  • Plastic-to-metal assembly 
  • Ultrasonic welding 
  • Heat staking 
  • Adhesive bonding 
  • Subassembly 
  • Inspection 
  • Packaging 

Combining molding and assembly can help minimize unnecessary product transfers  between separate suppliers.

Mechanical & Cable Assembly 

More complex pharmaceutical devices may incorporate molded housings with mechanical,  electrical or cable components. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support:

  • Mechanical assembly 
  • Cable assembly 
  • Hardware installation 
  • Component integration 
  • Fastening 
  • Plastic and metal component assembly 
  • Subassemblies 
  • Product integration

These capabilities can be useful for diagnostic equipment, drug-delivery devices,  laboratory instruments and electronic pharmaceutical equipment. 

Ultrasonic Welding & Plastic Joining 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding offers ultrasonic welding for suitable pharmaceutical plastic  components and assemblies. 

Potential applications include:

  • Drug-delivery housings 
  • Diagnostic cartridges 
  • Fluid-management components 
  • Disposable assemblies 
  • Pharmaceutical enclosures 
  • Container assemblies

Other joining methods may include adhesive bonding, heat staking, heat insertion and  mechanical fastening depending on the component material and design. 

Pad Printing, Labeling & Product Identification 

Pharmaceutical products may require identification, operating information, graduations,  branding or other printed markings. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding provides pad printing and other secondary decorating services  for suitable applications. 

Potential uses include:

  • Dose markings 
  • Measurement indicators 
  • Operating symbols 
  • Product identification 
  • Logos 
  • Warning information 
  • Assembly markings

The appropriate marking method should be selected based on substrate, durability and  product requirements. 

Custom Plastic & Metal Components 

Pharmaceutical equipment and drug-delivery products may combine molded plastic  components with machined metal components, fasteners, inserts and other hardware. 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support custom plastic and metal parts manufacturing,  including CNC-machined components where appropriate. 

This enables customers to source multiple component types for more complete  assemblies through one manufacturing partner. 

Pharmaceutical & Diagnostic Contract Manufacturing 

For customers looking to reduce supplier complexity, Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can  combine multiple services into a more complete manufacturing program. 

A typical project may include: 

Engineering Review → DFM → Rapid Prototype → Material Selection → Tooling →  Cleanroom or Conventional Molding → Secondary Operations → Assembly → Inspection  → Packaging 

This integrated approach can improve coordination as programs move from product  development into recurring production. 

Pharmaceutical, Diagnostic & Life Sciences Applications Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support components for:

  • Pharmaceutical packaging 
  • Drug-delivery systems 
  • Diagnostics 
  • In vitro diagnostic products 
  • Laboratory products 
  • Bioprocessing equipment
  • Fluid-management systems 
  • Medication dispensing 
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment 
  • Sample preparation 
  • Test cartridges 
  • Medical and pharmaceutical consumables 
  • Laboratory automation 
  • Pharmaceutical processing equipment

Our related medical manufacturing capabilities and research and laboratory  manufacturing services provide additional support for customers operating across  pharmaceutical, medical, diagnostic and life-sciences markets. 

Pharmaceutical Plastic Manufacturing in California & Across the USA 

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. is located in Riverside, California and supports  pharmaceutical companies throughout:

  • Riverside 
  • Inland Empire 
  • Los Angeles 
  • Orange County 
  • San Diego 
  • Southern California 
  • Northern California 
  • California statewide 
  • The entire United States

Companies searching for a pharmaceutical injection molding company in California,  cleanroom plastic molding manufacturer, ISO 13485 pharmaceutical manufacturer or  pharmaceutical contract manufacturing partner in the USA can work with Hi-Rel  Plastics & Molding from product development through ongoing production. 

Why Pharmaceutical Companies Choose Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding

ISO 13485-Certified Quality System 
Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. maintains ISO 13485:2016 certification along with ISO  9001:2015 and AS9100 Rev D. 

ISO Class 7 & ISO Class 8 Cleanroom Environments 
Controlled manufacturing environments are available for qualifying pharmaceutical and  medical programs.

Prototype Through Production 
Engineering, DFM, prototyping, tooling, molding, secondary operations and assembly can  support the complete product-development cycle. 

Multiple Manufacturing Technologies 
Injection molding, LSR molding, blow molding, thermoforming, vacuum forming and  rotational molding provide flexibility across diverse pharmaceutical applications. 

Tooling Support 
Mold manufacturing, sampling, maintenance, repair and engineering changes support  long-term production programs. 

Clean Room Assembly 
Controlled assembly capabilities can support qualifying regulated products after molding. 

Secondary Manufacturing Services 
Ultrasonic welding, pad printing, assembly, machining, adhesive bonding and other value added services can reduce supplier count. 

Plastic & Metal Parts Manufacturing 
Programs requiring molded components and machined parts can be supported through a  more consolidated supply chain. 

California Manufacturing Support for Nationwide Customers 
Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding supports pharmaceutical and life-science customers throughout  California and across the United States. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Pharmaceutical Plastic Molding What pharmaceutical components can be injection molded?

Injection molding can manufacture auto-injector housings, inhaler parts, syringe  components, medication dispensers, diagnostic cartridges, caps and closures, fluid management components and many other precision pharmaceutical plastic parts. 

Does Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding offer cleanroom injection molding? 
Yes. Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding offers controlled cleanroom environments including Class  10,000 / ISO Class 7 and Class 100,000 / ISO Class 8 environments for qualifying projects. 

Is Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding ISO 13485 certified? 
Yes. Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. maintains ISO 13485:2016 certification along with ISO  9001:2015 and AS9100 Rev D.

Can you manufacture components for drug-delivery devices? 
Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding can support plastic and LSR components for applications such  as auto-injectors, inhalers, medication dispensers, pumps, syringe systems and other  drug-delivery products based on project requirements. 

Can Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding manufacture pharmaceutical molds? 
Yes. Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding provides mold and tooling support for injection molding, LSR  molding, blow molding, thermoforming and related manufacturing programs. 

Can you provide clean room assembly after molding? 
Yes. Clean room assembly is available for qualifying projects requiring controlled handling  and assembly. 

Do you provide pharmaceutical bottle manufacturing? 
Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding provides blow molding capabilities that can support suitable  pharmaceutical bottles, laboratory containers, reagent bottles and other hollow packaging  products depending on material, design and production requirements. 

Can Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding assist with prototyping? 
Yes. Engineering, DFM and rapid prototyping capabilities can support pharmaceutical  product development before production tooling is finalized. 

Does Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding serve pharmaceutical companies outside  California? 
Yes. Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding is located in Riverside, California and supports  pharmaceutical, medical, diagnostic and life-sciences customers throughout California  and across the United States.

Request a Quote for Pharmaceutical Plastic Components

Whether your program requires cleanroom injection molded components, a drug-delivery  housing, LSR seal, blow molded pharmaceutical container, custom tooling, diagnostic  component or assembled pharmaceutical product, Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. can  support your project from engineering and prototyping through production. 

Contact Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. to discuss your drawings, 3D CAD files, material  requirements, cleanroom requirements, tooling and estimated production quantities.

Pharmaceutical plastic molding and manufacturing for medical containers, dispensing components, and precision plastic parts

Plastic Molding Services for Pharmaceutical

Hi-Rel Plastics manufactures precision plastic components for the pharmaceutical industry, supporting everything from part evaluation and prototyping to tooling, production, and secondary operations. Our team works with high-performance materials and complex geometries to meet the demands of pharmaceutical applications.

Pharmaceutical components require exceptional precision, consistency, and reliability to support critical manufacturing, packaging, and delivery applications. Hi-Rel Plastics produce precision-molded parts designed to meet demanding pharmaceutical requirements for chemical resistance, dimensional stability, sterilization compatibility, and contamination control.

With experience in advanced engineering resins and quality-driven manufacturing, we help pharmaceutical manufacturers and OEMs produce reliable molded components that meet both functional and regulatory requirements. With ISO Class 7 and ISO Class 8 cleanroom molding capabilities available for controlled manufacturing environments.

Below are some pharmaceutical industry applications of molded plastic components:

Injection Molding

  • Pill bottle caps, child-resistant closures, inhaler housings, syringe components, diagnostic cartridge housings, vial trays, and precision dosing device components requiring tight tolerances and repeatable performance
  • Auto-injector housings, medication dispensing components, test kit enclosures, IV connector parts, and laboratory consumables used in pharmaceutical manufacturing and healthcare applications

Blow Molding

  • HDPE pill bottles, nasal spray bottles, ophthalmic solution containers, sterile water bottles, reagent bottles, and pharmaceutical liquid packaging containers designed for controlled dispensing and product protection
  • Bioprocess fluid containers, media storage bottles, bulk chemical containers, unit- dose packaging reservoirs, and custom pharmaceutical fluid handling containers used in manufacturing and laboratory operations

Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) Molding

  • Pharmaceutical pump diaphragms, syringe seals, check valves, septa, gasket systems, and flexible dispensing components used in drug delivery and fluid management systems
  • Autoclavable silicone components, wearable drug delivery seals, peristaltic pump elements, and soft-touch overmolded medical components designed for sterile and repeated-use environments

Thermoforming / Vacuum Forming

  • Pharmaceutical blister packaging, unit-dose trays, sterile packaging inserts, medical device trays, and compartment packaging systems used for medication organization and protection
  • Protective transport trays, laboratory handling trays, and custom thermoformed packaging for pharmaceutical devices, vials, syringes, and diagnostic products

Rotational Molding

  • Pharmaceutical material handling carts, cleanroom storage containers, bulk ingredient storage bins, and chemical containment systems used in pharmaceutical production facilities
  • Large-capacity transport containers, waste collection systems, and durable storage tanks designed for laboratory, cleanroom, and pharmaceutical processing operations

Weather & UV Resistance

Materials engineered to withstand prolonged outdoor exposure and environmental conditions.

Leak-Resistant Performance

Precision molding ensures tight seals and reliable fluid control.

Durable Material Selection

Resins chosen for resistance to chemicals, moisture, and long-term wear.

High-Volume Production Capability

Efficient processes designed to support large-scale irrigation system manufacturing.