Isogen Life Science
Isogen Life Science is a Netherlands-based specialty distributor (founded 1987) of life science instruments, reagents, and consumables, serving academic, biotech, biopharma, and clinical diagnostics customers across BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, the UK, and Europe-wide for icIEF solutions.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1987
- HeadquartersUtrecht, Netherlands
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Isogen Life Science does
Isogen Life Science B.V. is a Netherlands-based specialty distributor, founded in 1987 and headquartered in De Meern (Utrecht area), that supplies life science instruments, reagents, and consumables to academic, biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and clinical diagnostics customers across BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, and the United Kingdom, with full European coverage for its CEInfinite icIEF protein analysis platform. The company carries a curated catalogue spanning ultra-fast PCR systems (NextGenPCR from Molecular Biology Systems), micro-volume spectrophotometers (NanoDrop, EzDrop), BMG Labtech microplate readers, fluorescence and microbial cell counters (LUNA, QUANTOM Tx), the ClinoStar organoid bioreactor, capillary electrophoresis, imaging systems, SPR instruments, and sequencers, alongside a complementary reagents and consumables portfolio that includes PCR master mixes, NGS library prep kits, icIEF consumables, sample preservation products, and the patented G2 DNA/RNA Enhancer.
The business operates on a distribution model with no disclosed subscription or software component: revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales, consumable replenishment, and professional services including on-site demos, installation, and Service Engineering support across BeNeLux. Go-to-market combines local field sales in Belgium and Spain with inside sales and marketing support for BeNeLux, supplemented by a program of workshops, webinars, and conference participation, plus a reference lab partnership with Seqplexing for RNA sequencing services in Iberia. Pricing is quote-based with a 24-hour response SLA; no public pricing exists. The company holds exclusive regional distribution rights for several flagship technologies and supports ISO 17025, ISO 15189, ISO 9001, and CE-IVD-validated workflows at customer sites.
Isogen Life Science firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Isogen Life Science
- Legal name
- Isogen Lifescience B.V.
- Website
- https://isogen-lifescience.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1987
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Isogen Life Science is a Netherlands-based specialty distributor (founded 1987) of life science instruments, reagents, and consumables, serving academic, biotech, biopharma, and clinical diagnostics customers across BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, the UK, and Europe-wide for icIEF solutions.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Isogen Life Science industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Life Science Distribution
- NAICS
- Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)
- SIC
- Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Sample Preparation, Storage & Cryogenics (Freezers, Cryovials, Cryostats) (HLAGAIAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC)
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Where Isogen Life Science is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Utrecht
- HQ country
- Netherlands
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Isogen Life Science business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Distribution of Life Science Instruments: Isogen Life Science distributes a broad range of laboratory instruments (PCR systems, spectrophotometers, microplate readers, cell counters, sequencers, capillary electrophoresis systems, SPR instruments, imaging systems) from multiple international suppliers to research institutions and biotech companies in BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, and the UK.
- Distribution of Reagents and Kits: Sale of PCR reagents (polymerases, master mixes, buffers, nucleotides, oligos/primers), NGS library preparation kits, icIEF consumables, sample preparation solutions, cell culture reagents, and specialized assay kits to life science researchers.
- Consumables and Supplies: Sale of consumable products including pipette tips (with 40% less plastic), PCR consumables, gloves, plates, tubes, sample storage products, and specialized reagents supporting instrument use.
- Service and Support: On-site demo visits, installation, in-service, troubleshooting, and maintenance of distributed instruments. Service Engineer team covers BeNeLux customers for equipment installation, commissioning, repair, and maintenance.
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels7 records
Isogen Life Science product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Isogen Life Science is a specialist distributor of life science instruments, reagents, and consumables serving academic research institutions, biotechnology companies, and clinical diagnostics laboratories across BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, and the UK, with pan-European coverage for icIEF solutions. The company distributes a curated portfolio from international suppliers including NextGenPCR systems, NanoDrop and EzDrop spectrophotometers, BMG Labtech microplate readers, LUNA cell counters, ClinoStar bioreactors, CEInfinite icIEF platforms, NGS library prep kits, and PCR reagents. Isogen complements distribution with field sales, on-site demos, technical support, instrument installation and maintenance, application workshops, and reference-lab RNA sequencing services via partner Seqplexing.
Product overview
Isogen Life Science is a life science distributor operating in BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, and the UK (with full European coverage for icIEF solutions). Their portfolio is organized as a multi-category catalog spanning instruments (PCR systems like NextGenPCR, spectrophotometers like NanoDrop and EzDrop, plate readers from BMG Labtech, cell counters including LUNA and QUANTOM, the ClinoStar bioreactor, CEInfinite icIEF platform, imaging systems, and sequencers), reagents and kits (PCR reagents and master mixes, DNA/RNA extraction, NGS library prep kits, targeted enrichment panels for oncology and genetics, TR-FRET assays, and sample preservation products like DNA/RNA Defend), consumables (pipette tips, PCR plastics, cell culture supplies), and services (RNA sequencing via partner Seqplexing and educational workshops). The company positions itself as a distributor for major生命科学 brands rather than a manufacturer, with the NextGenPCR and ClinoStar as key instrument offerings alongside their consumable and reagent portfolios for genomics, proteomics, cell biology, and molecular diagnostics research.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- NextGenPCR Ultra-fast PCR thermal cycler using three fixed temperature zones that eliminates ramping times, achieving amplification in 2-10 minutes with ramp rates over 1000°C per second and energy consumption of only 25W.
- NanoDrop Micro-volume Spectrophotometers Micro-volume spectrophotometers (One, Ultra, 3300, Eight, Lite Plus) for nucleic acid and protein quantification, with the NanoDrop Ultra featuring Acclaro Sample Intelligence technology.
- EzDrop Micro-volume Spectrophotometer Micro-volume spectrophotometer for DNA and RNA quantification used in research and clinical settings.
- BMG Labtech Microplate Readers Plate readers (VANTAstar, CLARIOstar, PHERAstar, FLUOstar, SPECTROstar Nano) supporting absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence assays for ELISA, cell viability, and kinetics research.
- LUNA Cell Counters Fluorescence and brightfield automated cell counters (LUNA FL, LUNA FX7) for counting mammalian cells, PBMCs, yeast, bacteria, and algae with high accuracy.
- QUANTOM Tx Microbial Cell Counter Microbial cell counter that automatically acquires images of fluorescently stained cells for quality control in pharmaceutical production and microbiological research.
- ClinoStar Bioreactor Dynamic bioreactor for growing patient-derived organoids under shear-force-free conditions, enabling large-size organoids for drug screening and 3D cell culture applications.
- CEInfinite icIEF Platform Capillary isoelectric focusing system with patented 13.5 cm capillary for protein charge variant analysis, including a Next-Generation Ultra-Yield Prep Platform for larger collection amounts and 0.1 pI resolution.
- TurboCycler PCR Thermal Cyclers PCR thermal cyclers for endpoint and quantitative PCR applications.
- Digital Droplet PCR (ddPCR) Digital PCR system for absolute quantification of nucleic acids.
- EzScope Microscope-in-Incubator Incubator microscope for real-time visualization and monitoring of organoid growth without disrupting culture conditions.
- X-clarity Tissue Clearing System Electrophoretic automated tissue clearing system for volumetric imaging of cleared tissue samples.
- CAPEL Capillary Electrophoresis Instruments Capillary electrophoresis analyzers for nucleic acid analysis.
- CellVysion Platform for immuno-oncology and CAR-T therapy research.
- Imaging Systems Whole plant imagers, high content imaging systems, digital cell imaging, gel documentation, and chemiluminescence Western blot imagers.
- SPR Instruments Surface plasmon resonance instruments for biomolecular interaction analysis.
- Sequencers DNA/RNA sequencing instruments including Nanopore sequencing for various genomics applications.
- PCR Reagents and Master Mixes Taq DNA Polymerase, TEMPase Hot Start DNA Polymerase, AQ97 High Fidelity DNA Polymerase, RealQ Plus PCR Master Mix, RealQ Fast 2x Master Mix, and associated buffers and nucleotides for PCR applications.
- DNA/RNA Extraction Kits One-step DNA extraction solutions including Q-Extract kits with 8-minute protocols for various tissues, plus combination extraction and PCR kits.
- Next Generation Sequencing Kits RNA sequencing kits (expression profiling, whole transcriptome, small RNA, metabolic labeling), DNA sequencing panels, and targeted enrichment solutions for genomics applications.
- Targeted Enrichment Panels NGS panels for hereditary cancer (BRCA), somatic cancer detection (OncoRisk), and circulating tumor DNA analysis (CancerScreen), with CE-IVD certification for BRCA.
- TR-FRET Cell-based Assay Kits Time-resolved fluorescence cell-based assay kits for various research applications including drug discovery and cell signaling studies.
- G2 DNA/RNA Enhancer Enhances microbial DNA and RNA yield from difficult matrices by eliminating inhibitory particles, delivering a 2-10 fold increase in yield. Protected by European Patent EP2 443 251.
- DNA and RNA Defend Sample preservation solutions that inactivate viruses while preserving DNA/RNA from fresh tissue and cell culture samples.
- 3D Scaffolds and Cell Culture Products 3D cell culture scaffolds, growth factors, and cell culture reagents for organoid and 3D cell model research.
- Pipette Tips and Lab Consumables Laboratory consumables including pipette tips with 40% less plastic (boxes autoclaveable up to 200 times), PCR plastics, gloves, plates, tubes, and sample storage products.
- Human and Animal Cell Lines Cell lines for research applications in various life science fields including oncology, infectious disease, and cell biology.
Quantifiable outcome
- NextGenPCR reduces Chlamydia trachomatis detection to 17 minutes (30% faster than conventional real-time PCR)
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use Isogen Life Science
Customer profileNamed customers10 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Isogen Life Science technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Isogen Life Science partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Museum für Naturkunde BerlinminorCollaborated with Isogen and PROTOLABS Belgium in the XPRIZE Rainforest 2023 competition. Museum für Naturkunde provided its biodiversity research protocol for PCR amplification of COI barcode fragments from fly gut content, enabling 250 specimens to be barcoded in 6 hours using NextGenPCR.
- Molecular Biology Systems (MBS)coreIsogen Life Science is the official distributor of MBS NextGenPCR instruments, consumables, and PCR kits across Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, and Portugal. The NextGenPCR system (featuring >1000°C/sec ramp rates and <0.1 sec temperature transitions) is a flagship product enabling 2–10 minute PCR and 25W energy consumption.
- SeqplexingcoreSeqplexing serves as Isogen Life Science's reference laboratory for RNA sequencing services in Spain and Portugal. Customers in these regions can send samples to Seqplexing for sequencing, while those preparing libraries themselves can purchase Isogen-supplied library preparation kits.
- Logos Biosystems (Aligned Genetics)coreLogos Biosystems manufactures the QUANTOM-TX microbial cell counter and LUNA cell counter series (LUNA FL, LUNA FX7) distributed by Isogen. The QUANTOM-TX was validated by Mikrobiomik for GMP-compliant microbial quality control in biological medicine production.
- BMG LabtechcoreIsogen distributes BMG Labtech microplate readers including CLARIOstar, VANTAstar, PHERAstar, FLUOstar, and SPECTROstar Nano, used in NextGenPCR workflows for signal detection in PCR-based assays.
- PROTOLABS BelgiumminorPartnered with Isogen and MBS in the XPRIZE Rainforest 2023 competition. PROTOLABS provided its XiniX AI all-terrain robot for tropical rainforest exploration, combined with Isogen's NextGenPCR for in-field DNA barcoding of fly specimens collected by the robots.
- AmpliqoncoreAmpliqon supplies PCR reagents (polymerases, master mixes, buffers, nucleotides) distributed by Isogen, including Taq DNA Polymerase, TEMPase Hot Start DNA Polymerase, AQ97 High Fidelity DNA Polymerase, and associated buffer systems.
- Diana BiotechcoreDiana Biotech supplies the DB Ultima H RNase Inhibitor, a thermally stable (55°C+) human-origin RNase inhibitor for RNA protection in RT-qPCR, reverse transcription, and RNA-Seq workflows, distributed by Isogen.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Isogen Life Science competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- VWR (Avantor): Avantor's VWR brand is the largest global distributor of life science instruments, reagents, and consumables. Comparable to Isogen because it serves the same research, biotech, and diagnostics customer base, though at much greater scale and with a far broader portfolio.
- Eurofins Technologies: The product distribution arm of Eurofins Scientific, offering testing kits, reagents, and instruments for clinical diagnostics and life science research. Comparable to Isogen's molecular diagnostics and biotech QC offerings, though Eurofins operates at much larger scale and as a manufacturer-distributor hybrid.
- Bio-Rad Laboratories: Global manufacturer and supplier of life science research and clinical diagnostics products, including PCR systems, cell counting, and protein analysis. Comparable to Isogen through overlap in PCR, cell counting, and protein characterization product lines, though Bio-Rad is a manufacturer rather than a third-party distributor.
Direct peers
- Carl Roth: German specialty distributor of chemicals, reagents, consumables, and selected instruments for life science and analytical customers. Closely comparable to Isogen as a mid-sized European specialist with curated supplier portfolio and strong technical support model.
- Th. Geyer: German distributor of laboratory consumables, chemicals, and life science equipment. Comparable to Isogen as a regional specialty life science distributor with a curated multi-supplier portfolio and field sales across DACH.
- Duchefa Biochemie: Dutch distributor of biochemicals, reagents, and lab consumables for life science research. Highly comparable to Isogen given shared Dutch base, similar product mix, and similar academic/biotech customer orientation.
- amsbio (AMS Biotechnology): European distributor of life science research products spanning cell biology, molecular biology, and proteomics. Comparable to Isogen because both act as specialty channels bringing US/Asian manufacturer brands into European research markets.
- Tebu-Bio: European specialty distributor of life science reagents, kits, and instruments for academic and biotech customers. Comparable to Isogen in business model and customer profile, though with broader pan-European coverage.
- BIOZOL Diagnostica: German-based life science distributor offering reagents, antibodies, instruments, and consumables across Europe. Comparable to Isogen as a mid-sized specialty channel serving research, clinical, and biotech customers with multi-supplier portfolios.
- Sarstedt: European manufacturer and distributor of laboratory consumables and selected instruments for research and clinical customers. Comparable to Isogen through overlap in pipette tips, plastics, and consumables distributed alongside instruments to research and clinical labs.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Isogen Life Science social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance4 records
Isogen Life Science financial estimates
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Isogen Life Science leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Isogen Life Science funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Isogen Life Science M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Isogen Life Science
What does Isogen Life Science do?
Isogen Life Science is a specialist distributor of life science instruments, reagents, and consumables serving academic research institutions, biotechnology companies, and clinical diagnostics laboratories across BeNeLux, Spain, Portugal, and the UK, with pan-European coverage for icIEF solutions. The company distributes a curated portfolio from international suppliers including NextGenPCR systems, NanoDrop and EzDrop spectrophotometers, BMG Labtech microplate readers, LUNA cell counters, ClinoStar bioreactors, CEInfinite icIEF platforms, NGS library prep kits, and PCR reagents. Isogen complements distribution with field sales, on-site demos, technical support, instrument installation and maintenance, application workshops, and reference-lab RNA sequencing services via partner Seqplexing.
Is Isogen Life Science a public or private company?
Isogen Life Science is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Isogen Life Science founded?
Isogen Life Science was founded in 1987. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Isogen Life Science based?
Isogen Life Science is headquartered in Utrecht, Netherlands, in the Europe region.
How does Isogen Life Science make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Distribution of Life Science Instruments are the primary driver. The others are distribution of Reagents and Kits, consumables and Supplies and service and Support.
Who are Isogen Life Science's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are VWR (Avantor), Eurofins Technologies and Bio-Rad Laboratories. Direct peers are Carl Roth, Th. Geyer, Duchefa Biochemie, amsbio (AMS Biotechnology), Tebu-Bio, BIOZOL Diagnostica and Sarstedt.
Does Isogen Life Science have an API?
No public API is recorded for Isogen Life Science.
What industry is Isogen Life Science in?
Isogen Life Science's product category is Life Science Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAGAIAJ, Sample Preparation, Storage & Cryogenics (Freezers, Cryovials, Cryostats), with a secondary code of EDAEAIAC, Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces). Its NAICS code is 334516 and its SIC code is 3826.