What MagBio Genomics Inc does

MagBio Genomics Inc. is a privately held, ISO 13485-certified biotechnology company founded in 2012 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, that develops and commercializes paramagnetic bead-based sample preparation technologies for nucleic acid isolation, purification, and ambient bio-sample stabilization. The product portfolio is organized under the HighPrep family and spans the complete sample-to-insight workflow: ambient sample collection and stabilization (BloodSTASIS blood collection tubes, cfKapture kits, and the FDA 510(k) cleared, CE/IVDR certified MagCTL Collection Tube); DNA/RNA isolation from blood, tissue, FFPE, plants, insects, pathogens, and viral samples; post-PCR and NGS library cleanup (HighPrep PCR, positioned as a direct alternative to AMPure XP); Sanger BigDye terminator removal (HighPrep DTR); RNA cleanup (HighPrep RNA Elite); DNA normalization (MagQuant Plus DNA Kit V2); and long-read sequencing support including the patent-pending SFD-HT size-fragment elimination technology. Products are automation-ready with ready-made scripts for the KingFisher Flex workstation and are CE-IVD marked where applicable.

The company serves three primary customer segments: research laboratories and academic institutions, molecular diagnostics companies requiring FDA 510(k) cleared or CE/IVDR certified sample preparation, and biopharmaceutical firms needing scalable, automation-ready reagent solutions. Revenue is generated predominantly through one-time consumable kit sales via direct e-commerce to US and Canadian customers and through a wholly-owned European subsidiary (MagBio Genomics Europe GmbH) for EU markets, complemented by an international distributor network, OEM and custom reagent development partnerships, and a free-sample validation program that supports conversion. Unit-level pricing is publicly disclosed across the catalog, with volume discounts and free shipping over $1,000.

Operational scale is indicated by a peak production capacity of 350,000 preps per week built during the COVID-19 testing surge, distribution across the US, Canada, Europe, and African partner markets, regulatory clearances on multiple product lines (FDA 510(k), CE/IVDR, UK MHRA registration), and over 6,000 peer-reviewed publications citing MagBio products — yet the company operates with only 1–10 employees and has not disclosed any external funding rounds or revenue figures.

Name

MagBio Genomics Inc

Legal name

MagBio Genomics, Inc.

Website

https://magbiogenomics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MagBio Genomics Inc. is an ISO 13485-certified, privately held developer of paramagnetic bead-based sample preparation reagents and FDA 510(k)/CE-IVD-cleared collection devices for nucleic acid isolation, stabilization, and genomic workflows, serving research laboratories, molecular diagnostics companies, and biopharma customers worldwide through direct e-commerce, a European subsidiary, distributors, and OEM partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Genomic Sample Preparation Reagents

NAICS

In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing (325413), Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing (325414)

SIC

In Vitro & In Vivo Diagnostic Substances (2835), Biological Products, (No Disgnostic Substances) (2836)

akta.pro primary industry

Reagents, Chemicals & Assay Kits (Buffers, Antibodies, ELISA, Enzymes) (HLAGAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Molecular Biology & Genomics Instruments (PCR/qPCR, Sequencing, Microarrays) (HLAGAIAF), Microbiology & Infectious Disease Diagnostics (culture, rapid antigen, syndromic panels) (HLAAALAC)

Keywords

• Magnetic bead reagents
• Nucleic acid isolation
• Genomic sample preparation
• DNA RNA extraction kits
• Ambient biosample stabilization

Headquarters

HQ city

Gaithersburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Sample Preparation Reagent Kits: Sale of magnetic bead-based reagent kits for nucleic acid isolation, purification, and cleanup including HighPrep PCR, HighPrep DTR, HighPrep RNA Elite, HighPrep Viral DNA & RNA Kit, and various extraction kits. One-time purchase model for kits with varying sizes (5mL to 500mL).
2. Sample Collection Devices: Sale of sample collection and stabilization products including BloodSTASIS blood collection tubes, MagCTL Collection Tube, and cfKapture kits. These FDA 510(k) cleared and CE/IVDR certified products represent recurring consumable revenue.
3. OEM & Custom Solutions: Custom product development and OEM partnerships for biopharma and diagnostic companies requiring tailored sample preparation solutions.
4. Distribution Partnerships: International distribution through regional partners serving markets outside direct sales coverage including Africa and other countries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

MagBio Genomics designs, develops, and manufactures paramagnetic bead-based reagent kits for nucleic acid isolation, purification, and cleanup, along with ambient-temperature biosample collection and stabilization devices. Its HighPrep family of kits (e.g., HighPrep PCR, HighPrep DTR, HighPrep Viral DNA & RNA Kit, HighPrep Blood & Tissue DNA Kit) and BloodSTASIS collection tubes, MagCTL Collection Tube, and MagQuant Plus DNA Kit serve genomic sample preparation workflows for research, diagnostics, and biopharma customers. The company also offers OEM and custom reagent development services and sells through a global distributor network.

Product overview

MagBio Genomics is an ISO 13485-certified company developing and commercializing magnetic bead-based sample preparation technologies for genomic workflows. The product portfolio centers on the HighPrep family of reagents and kits, covering the complete sample-to-insight journey: (1) biosample collection and stabilization — BloodSTASIS and cfKapture blood collection tubes plus the MagCTL Collection Tube (FDA 510(k) cleared); (2) nucleic acid isolation and purification — HighPrep kits for DNA (blood & tissue, FFPE, insect, plant, plasmid, pathogen), RNA (total RNA, RNA Elite), and viral nucleic acids (Viral DNA & RNA Kit, Viral-Pathogen Kit); (3) sample cleanup — HighPrep PCR (post-PCR/NGS library cleanup and size selection), HighPrep DTR (Sanger/BigDye terminator removal), HighPrep RNA Elite; (4) DNA normalization — MagQuant Plus DNA Kit V2; and (5) sequencing preparation — long-read (SFD-HT patent-pending, Nanopore-focused) and short-read reagents. Products are automation-ready for KingFisher Flex and other liquid handling workstations. The company also offers OEM/custom solutions and a global distribution network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HighPrep: Paramagnetic bead-based reagent and kit brand for DNA/RNA isolation, PCR cleanup, sequencing preparation, and nucleic acid purification
• BloodSTASIS
• MagCTL Collection Tube
• cfKapture
• MagQuant Plus DNA Kit
• HighPrep SFD-HT

Products and services

• HighPrep PCR Paramagnetic bead-based reagent for post-PCR and post-enzymatic reaction cleanup, DNA purification, tight DNA size selection, and NGS library cleanup. Functions as a direct alternative to AMPure XP (SPRI beads) with no centrifugation or filtration required. Compatible with KingFisher Flex and Oxford Nanopore Technologies library prep. FDA 510(k) cleared (K212113) and CE-IVD certification available via DX version.
• HighPrep DTR High-performance paramagnetic bead-based reagent for BigDye terminator removal from Sanger sequencing reactions on ABI and MegaBACE platforms, enabling reliable and long-read DNA sequence data. CE-IVD certified, suitable for manual and automated purification.
• HighPrep RNA Elite Magnetic bead-based reagent for manual and automated cleanup or concentration of RNA (including miRNA, siRNA, aRNA) and single-stranded cDNA after enzymatic reactions or prior to sequencing. CE-IVD certified; utilizes solid-phase paramagnetic bead technology for high-throughput RNA/cDNA purification.
• HighPrep Viral DNA & RNA Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for rapid isolation of total viral nucleic acids from whole blood, serum, plasma, saliva, body fluids, and nasopharyngeal swabs in VTM. Optimized for SARS-CoV-2 with a limit of detection of 1 x 10^1 U/mL. Compatible with KingFisher Flex automation. CE-IVD and DX versions available.
• HighPrep Viral-Pathogen DNA & RNA Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for multi-pathogen extraction workflows, supporting molecular diagnostics, pathogen surveillance, and infectious disease research with consistent nucleic acid recovery and workflow compatibility.
• HighPrep Total RNA Plus Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for extracting high-quality total RNA from mammalian tissues and cultured cells. Suitable for RT-PCR, microarrays, cDNA synthesis, and NGS applications. Adaptable to automated liquid handling workstations.
• HighPrep Plasmid DNA Plus Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for high-throughput rapid isolation of high and low copy number plasmid DNA, cosmids, fosmids, BACs, and PACs from bacterial cultures. KingFisher Flex script available for automation.
• HighPrep Blood & Tissue DNA Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for high-quality genomic DNA extraction from 50-250 µL of fresh or frozen whole blood, buffy coat, tissue lysates, mouse tails, cultured cells, saliva, and buccal swabs. Produces high-quantity, high-quality DNA for Southern Blotting, cloning, genotyping, and NGS applications.
• HighPrep Insect DNA Kit Paramagnetic bead-based genomic DNA extraction kit for insects and arthropods (e.g., mosquitoes, flies, ants), processing from one leg or wing to whole body. Fast manual or automated procedure processing up to 96 samples in under an hour; supports field epidemiologic research.
• HighPrep FFPE Tissue DNA Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for DNA extraction from formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue samples, supporting downstream genomic analysis of archived clinical specimens.
• HighPrep Plant DNA Plus Kit Magnetic bead-based DNA extraction kit for plant samples, enabling high-quality DNA isolation from plant tissue using CTAB-based chemistry adapted to bead-based purification.
• HighPrep Pathogen Maxi Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for large-scale (maxi) pathogen nucleic acid extraction, designed for high-volume processing of pathogen samples.
• HighPrep Blood DNA-FTA Kit Magnetic bead-based kit for DNA extraction from blood samples collected on FTA cards, enabling convenient collection, transport, and storage of blood-derived DNA at ambient temperature.
• MagQuant Plus DNA Kit V2 Magnetic bead-based kit for DNA normalization and quantitation for NGS library construction and amplicon normalization. Proprietary technology allows DNA concentration normalization regardless of source, eliminating the need for a standard curve.
• BloodSTASIS Blood Collection Tubes Blood collection tubes with stabilization reagent for preserving circulating cell-free DNA (cfDNA), DNA and RNA, circulating tumor cells (CTCs), and multi-omics analytes in blood samples for 21 days at room temperature. Includes BloodSTASIS 21-ccfDNA, 21-DNA/RNA, CTC, and Omics variants.
• cfKapture Kits Magnetic bead-based kit for cell-free DNA (cfDNA) extraction from plasma or serum, optimized for liquid biopsy applications with protocols for 200-400 µL, 1-2 mL, and 3-5 mL input volumes. Includes cfKapture Kit and cfKapture 21 Kit.
• MagCTL Collection Tube FDA 510(k) cleared and CE/IVDR certified sample collection device with direct lysis and inactivation capability for pathogen DNA and RNA. Guanidine-free formulation with room temperature stability for molecular diagnostics and pathogen surveillance workflows.
• OEM and Custom Solutions Custom reagent development and OEM manufacturing services for partners seeking bespoke magnetic bead-based sample preparation solutions, including custom kit formulation, packaging, and private labeling for biopharma and diagnostic companies.
• Distribution Partnership Program Global distribution network and partnership program enabling regional resellers to distribute MagBio Genomics products internationally, with dedicated distributor contacts for the USA, Europe (Germany), and African countries.
• MyMag 96 Magnetic Plate Magnetic separation plate (96-well format) for automated nucleic acid purification workflows, designed to integrate with standard liquid handling workstations.
• SFD-HT Long-Read Sequencing Enrichment Long-read sequencing technology (patent pending) for eliminating DNA fragments smaller than up to 40 kb, supporting Oxford Nanopore Technologies workflows by enriching for high-molecular-weight DNA.

Quantifiable outcome

• >70% DNA recovery with HighPrep PCR
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KingFisher (Thermo Fisher Scientific)coreTechnology or IntegrationMagBio has developed ready-made scripts for KingFisher Flex liquid handling workstation, enabling automated processing of their sample preparation kits. This integration enables high-throughput, automated nucleic acid isolation workflows for customers using KingFisher instruments.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Zymo Research: Provides DNA/RNA isolation and cleanup kits (including magnetic-bead formats) for research and clinical genomics, overlapping directly with MagBio's HighPrep portfolio.
• Omega Bio-tek: Supplies Mag-Bind magnetic-bead nucleic acid extraction and cleanup reagents targeting the same genomics and diagnostics labs as MagBio.
• Streck: Maker of Cell-Free DNA BCT blood collection tubes for room-temperature cfDNA/CTC stabilization, directly competing with MagBio's BloodSTASIS and cfKapture products.
• Norgen Biotek: Manufactures nucleic acid purification kits and sample collection/stabilization products, closely mirroring MagBio's isolation and biosampling lines.

Broad incumbents

• Beckman Coulter Life Sciences: Maker of Agencourt AMPure XP SPRI beads, the exact product MagBio's HighPrep PCR positions itself against for NGS cleanup and size selection.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Sells MagMAX bead-based kits and the KingFisher Flex platform MagBio integrates with; a dominant incumbent in nucleic acid sample preparation.
• Promega: Offers Maxwell/magnetic-bead nucleic acid purification systems and reagents serving the same genomics and diagnostics customers as MagBio.
• Cytiva: Offers Sera-Mag paramagnetic beads for nucleic acid cleanup, competing with MagBio's core bead chemistry as part of a broader life-science tools portfolio.
• QIAGEN: Leading provider of DNA/RNA extraction kits and molecular sample prep, a broad incumbent overlapping across MagBio's research and IVD sample-prep offerings.

Emerging players

• Meridian Bioscience (Bioline): Supplies molecular reagents and sample-prep components for infectious disease and diagnostics workflows, overlapping with MagBio's pathogen-detection sample prep.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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