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OUR COMPANY

We develop and manufacture cannabinoid-based pharmaceutical products, complying with the highest quality standards and international regulations.

We operate under GMP certifications from INVIMA and ANVISA, ensuring safe and effective products tailored to the strict requirements of highly regulated markets like Brazil, Europe, and Australia.

We specialize in the production of active ingredients and finished products for highly regulated markets, focusing on chronic pain, anxiety, and neurological disorders. Our model combines clinical research, pharmaceutical development, and specialized manufacturing, ensuring that each product is backed by science and regulatory compliance.

We work closely with B2B partners, the medical community, and pharmaceutical companies to deliver innovative therapies to patients worldwide. From development to large-scale production, we adapt to the needs of each project, ensuring impactful and effective health solutions.

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Vision

We aim to become the largest cannabis pharmaceutical company in Latin America, offering various natural solutions that provide wellness to all.

We focus on clinical research, pharmaceutical development, and manufacturing under GMP certifications (INVIMA and ANVISA) to ensure the safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance of our products.

We collaborate with research centers, regulators, and healthcare professionals to advance cutting-edge therapies, ensuring every treatment is supported by scientific evidence and meets the highest global quality standards.

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TEAM

At Tarkus Pharma Lab, we have a team of experts in the pharmaceutical industry, business development, and clinical research, committed to bringing cannabinoid-based therapies to highly regulated markets.

Our founders

Alejandro Venegas

CEO

Serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience founding and scaling businesses across various industries including fintech, retail, education, and logistics. His ability to structure companies and attract investment has been key to the growth of Tarkus Pharma Lab.

Daniel Finol

Chairman

Executive with over 15 years in the pharmaceutical industry, CEO of Calox International, the leading generics company in Central America and Venezuela. His expertise in regulation, distribution, and strategy has helped Tarkus Pharma Lab establish itself as a key player in the sector.

Sergio Picon

COO

Strategy and business development specialist with over 15 years of experience in consulting and business management. Formerly at Accenture and Bekaert, he has led expansion projects across Latin America, optimizing operations and maximizing opportunities for Tarkus in regulated markets.

Backed by expert industry leaders

Dr. Fernández-Tresguerres

Medical doctor
  • Current research focus: functional medicine treatments using powerful antioxidants to combat aging
  • President of the Federation of European Academies of Medicine (FEAM)
  • Member of the Royal National Academy of Medicine of Spain
  • Over 160 publications in renowned scientific journal

VALUES

At Tarkus Pharma Lab, our culture brings our purpose to life.

Our purpose

We are guided by a clear purpose: to create long-term value for humanity. At Tarkus Pharma Lab, we develop natural products to improve global well-being.

We focus on offering natural alternatives to address complex conditions where traditional treatments may fall short. Our aim is to improve quality of life by providing access to effective, science-backed products that help restore well-being.

Our values

We have three core values, carefully chosen to attract the right people and create a positive and productive work environment:

Winning Attitude

We foster a “Yes we can” mindset in all our team members and collaborators. With determination, effort, and a positive attitude, we believe we can overcome any challenge and achieve our goals.

Passionate about co-creating

We value teamwork and collaboration, as we understand that we can achieve exceptional results together. We foster a co-creation environment where each team member contributes their skills and knowledge to develop innovative and effective solutions.

We mean what we say

We always pride ourselves on honesty and consistency. We strive to maintain high levels of integrity in all our actions and decisions, ensuring that we fulfill our promises and maintain transparent communication. Our commitment to integrity allows us to build strong and lasting relationships with customers, partners, and constituents.

Our battles

We turn our culture into action through a clear and effective focus.

Our methodology, ‘Must-Win Battles,’ helps us define clear, achievable goals aligned with our values and purpose. These include:

OBTAINING PICS CERTIFICATION
ACHIEVING POSITIVE CASH FLOW
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AS A CORE PILLAR

INSTALLATIONS

Tarkus Pharma Lab

Pharmaceutical Innovation in Cannabinoids

Located in the Tocancipá Free Trade Zone, Colombia—just 30 km from Bogotá—Tarkus Pharma Lab is one of the most advanced pharmaceutical laboratories in Latin America, specializing in pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoids.

Our 1,800 m² facility includes over 1,000 m² of ISO 8 clean rooms, allowing us to process more than 5 tons of dried cannabis flower per month. We transform this raw material into Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and ready-to-market formulations for highly regulated markets.

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We offer our B2B partners and clients the following services:

Extraction and purification of cannabinoids under pharmaceutical standards.

Product development and formulation with GMP certification.
Contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) for specialized medical cannabis brands.

We operate under the highest standards of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), complying with international regulations and holding GMP certifications from INVIMA and ANVISA (Brazil)

Our location within a Free Trade Zone allows us to offer operational efficiency and competitive advantages in cost and export.

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