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Exhibit 21.1
SUBSIDIARIES OF VERSICOR INC.
Following is a list of Versicor's subsidiaries, each of which is organized under the laws of the Republic of Italy. Biosearch Manufacturing S.r.l. was previously a subsidiary of Biosearch. Within 120 days of the recently completed merger, all of the former assets (other than cash) and liabilities of Biosearch, including Biosearch Manufacturing S.r.l., will be contributed to Versicor Italy S.r.l.
Name
| | Jurisdiction of Formation
| | Type of Entity
| | Versicor's Ownership
| | Other Business Names
|
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Biosearch Manufacturing S.r.l. | | Republic of Italy | | società a responsibilità limitata (a limited liability company) | | 100% | | none |
Versicor Italy S.r.l. | | Republic of Italy | | società a responsibilità limitata (a limited liability company) | | 100% | | none |
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SUBSIDIARIES OF VERSICOR INC.