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Gene Synthesis Pricing for Academic Research

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Transparent pricing, no hidden complexity fees, and volume rates for labs running multiple projects. See exactly what you will pay before you order.

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Standard Sequence Pricing

All prices are per-sequence, inclusive of sequence verification. No setup fees. No minimum order. No charges added after your quote is confirmed.

Sequence Type    

Length    

Price
 Standard gene  Up to 500 bp Fixed: EUR 110
 Standard gene  501 - 3,000 bp EUR 0.22/bp
 Standard gene  3,001 - 5,000 bp EUR 0.29/bp
Gene fragments Up to 2,000 bp From EUR 93
Complex sequences  All lengths  Quoted individually
10+ gene projects  Any  Volume pricing available

 

Gene fragments up to 2,000 bp: from EUR 93. Note that in some cases, fragment pricing may be comparable to or higher than full gene synthesis with cloning. Contact us for a fragment-specific quote.

Complex sequences: quoted individually after a free feasibility review by a PhD scientist. Price is confirmed in writing before synthesis begins.


Custom vectors: charges apply for both onboarding and subsequent uses. Standard vectors from our library of 161 options are included at no extra cost.


Projects of 10 or more sequences: volume pricing available. Submit your project list for a consolidated quote.

What Is Included at No Extra Charge

Every BioCat gene synthesis order includes the following without additional fees:

  • Full sequence verification by Sanger sequencing (partial sequencing for custom vector inserts unless full sequencing is requested)
  • Codon optimization for your target expression organism, on request
  • Cloning into your choice from our 161-vector library
  • Restriction site analysis and adjustment on request
  • Pre-synthesis sequence assessment for complex constructs
  • Access to technical support throughout your order

Free codon optimization is a concrete saving that is often significant. Comparable services from other providers are either billable or require manual negotiation. With BioCat, it is always available at no cost when needed.

 

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Multi-Gene Projects and Volume Orders

Labs running 10 or more gene synthesis orders benefit from consolidated project pricing. This is particularly relevant for:

  • Protein variant libraries and systematic mutagenesis projects
  • Multi-construct screening campaigns
  • Annual lab supply agreements where synthesis needs are predictable
  • Grant-funded projects with defined construct lists

Volume quotes are issued as a single project document, suitable for inclusion in grant applications and budget justifications. Contact us with your construct list and we will respond within one business day.

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The Real Cost of Gene Synthesis Is Not Just the Invoice

When evaluating synthesis providers, the list price per base pair is only part of the calculation. Labs that have switched providers for price reasons often discover that the total cost of a failed or delayed order exceeds the savings.

Factors that add to real cost:

  • Complexity surcharges added at checkout after automated screening flags your sequence
  • Re-ordering and re-sequencing when quality control misses errors in delivered constructs
  • Researcher time spent chasing updates, troubleshooting wrong constructs, and redesigning sequences

With our transparent upfront quoting and free feasibility assessment, there are no hidden costs when you order from BioCat.

 

Using BioCat Synthesis in Grant Applications

If you are budgeting for gene synthesis as part of a grant application, the following language may be useful as a starting point:

"Gene synthesis will be outsourced to BioCat GmbH (Heidelberg, Germany). Standard sequences are priced at EUR 0.22/bp (501-3,000 bp) or EUR 0.29/bp (3,001-5,000 bp), inclusive of codon optimization on request, cloning into expression vector, and sequence verification. Complex sequences are quoted individually following a free technical feasibility review. Volume discounts apply to projects of 10 or more sequences."

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does gene synthesis cost per base pair?

Standard sequences: EUR 0.22/bp for 501-3,000 bp; EUR 0.29/bp for 3,001-5,000 bp; fixed EUR 110 for sequences under 500 bp. Gene fragments up to 2,000 bp start from EUR 93. Complex sequences are quoted individually. All prices include vector cloning and sequence verification; codon optimization is available at no extra charge on request.

Do you offer student or academic discounts?

BioCat does not apply a formal student discount. The majority of our customers are from academic institutions, and our entire service model is built around academic research workflows: no minimum order size, free codon optimization on request, transparent pricing, and direct access to scientific support. We understand grant budgets, lab rhythms, and the difference between a standard construct and a difficult one. Volume pricing for projects of 10 or more sequences provides the most significant per-gene savings for labs with ongoing synthesis needs.

What is the minimum order size?

There is no minimum order size. Single sequences are accepted and processed with the same priority as larger orders.

Are there hidden fees for complex genes?

No. If a sequence requires additional complexity pricing, this is communicated in your written quote following a free feasibility review. No charges are added after the order is confirmed.

Can I get a quote for 10 or more genes at once?

Yes. Submit your construct list and we will provide a consolidated volume quote within one business day. Volume orders of 10 or more sequences qualify for reduced per-gene pricing.

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