The present invention relates to a novel crystalline form of sunitinib free base designated form I and to processes for its preparation. The invention also relates to its use as an API and in the preparation of various forms of sunitinib. Further, the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the novel crystalline form and salts, solvates and hydrates prepared according to the invention, and to the uses of said pharmaceutical compositions in the treatment and/or prevention of cancer.
