SA-FORD stands for "SANCTUARY FOR RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT." It is an Indian CRO established in the year 2008 and specializes in toxicological studies on rodents. The toxicology laboratory is located at Taloja, near Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, approximately 45 km away from the international airport.

The business idea and market-need for SA-FORD's incorporation came after decades of manufacturing and marketing chemical intermediates, pharmaceuticals, various finished pharma dosage forms, biocides and other related products. SA-FORD works strictly according to international rules and regulations (OECD GLP, EPA, ICH, ISO 10993 and others). It is one of the leading toxicology laboratories in India.

SA-FORD's staff comprises of Germans and Indians. They have acquired extensive experience in the regulatory framework and relevant guidelines across the various industries and different national requirements. SA-FORD is also a member of an international alliance of organizations - The Global Safety Alliance - that have come together to respond to the challenges of regulatory compliance. The areas of expertise include Physical Chemistry Analysis, Toxicology, Ecotoxicology and Dossier Preparation / Project Management.