What Labbox Labware does

Labbox Labware (legal entity LABBOX LABWARE, S.L., CIF B63950240) is a Spain-headquartered B2B e-commerce distributor of laboratory equipment, consumables, reagents, and chemical products founded in 2005 and operating with 51–100 employees. The company serves professional laboratories and research institutions exclusively, with additional verticals in veterinary, enology/wine, cosmetics, and education. Its catalog spans general laboratory supplies (volumetric ware, liquid handling, filtration, chromatography, centrifugation, balances, stirrers, thermostats, furniture), life sciences products (cell culture, molecular biology, microbiology, microscopy, cryogenics), safety/hygiene equipment, and chemical products, augmented by five proprietary sub-brands: Elitex (advanced lab equipment), LYNX (microscopy), Labkem (dehydrated culture media), METRIA (analytical balances with removable 7-inch touchscreen), and Premium Line (consumables such as low-retention centrifuge tubes).

The company operates a direct-to-professional distribution model via country-specific storefronts covering Spain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Rest-of-World variants in English, French, and Spanish, supported by a client portal offering saved carts, quick reordering, and budget generation. Pricing follows an 'always low prices' unit-pricing model with prices displayed excluding VAT, and the company advertises a 48-hour delivery commitment in Spain plus a 15-day satisfaction guarantee. Marketing and demand generation rely on SEO across localized domains, a blog with technical content, an email newsletter, LinkedIn presence, and active trade show participation at major European and international events including Forum Labo (Lyon), Analytica (Munich), Didacta (Florence), Expoquimia (Barcelona), Lab Italia (Milan), Farmaforum (Madrid), WOTS (Utrecht), Arablab (Dubai), Afrilab (Nairobi), and LabSupply (Germany/Netherlands/Austria). The company holds ISO 9001 quality management certification.

Name

Labbox Labware

Legal name

LABBOX LABWARE, S.L.

Website

https://esp.labbox.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Labbox Labware is a Spain-based B2B e-commerce distributor of laboratory equipment, consumables, reagents, and chemicals, serving professional laboratories and research institutions across Europe via country-specific storefronts and proprietary sub-brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Laboratory Equipment & Supplies

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Laboratory Apparatus & Furniture (3821), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

General Lab Equipment (Centrifuges, Incubators, Shakers, Ovens) (HLAGAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Laboratory Consumables & Plasticware (Tips, Tubes, Plates, Filters) (HLAGAIAH), Lab Furniture, Facilities & Utilities (Benches, Casework, Gas/Water Systems) (HLAGAIAM), Liquid Handling & Laboratory Automation (Pipettes, Robots, Workstations) (HLAGAIAD), Diagnostic & Laboratory Packaging (Specimen Containers, Transport Tubes) (IMALAIAF), Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC)

Keywords

• Laboratory equipment distribution
• Lab consumables supply
• Life science products
• Laboratory chemicals reagents
• Scientific instrument retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Premiá De Mar

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Laboratory Products Sales: Direct e-commerce sales of laboratory equipment, consumables, reagents, and chemical products to professional B2B customers (laboratories, research institutions, industrial users). One-time transaction model with no subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Labbox Labware distributes laboratory equipment, consumables, reagents, and chemical products to professional B2B customers via country-specific e-commerce platforms. The catalog spans general laboratory supplies (volumetric ware, liquid handling, filtration, chromatography, centrifugation, balances, stirrers), life sciences products (cell culture, molecular biology, microscopes, cryogenics), safety/hygiene items, and chemical reagents, marketed through proprietary sub-brands Elitex, LYNX, Labkem, METRIA, and Premium Line.

Product overview

Labbox Labware is a laboratory equipment and consumables distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio across multiple product categories. The company provides a unified platform for general laboratory supplies (volumetric ware, liquid handling, filtration, chromatography, centrifugation, balances, stirrers, furniture), life sciences products (cell culture, molecular biology, microscopes, cryogenics), safety and hygiene equipment, and chemical products. Key product sub-brands include Elitex (advanced laboratory equipment), LYNX (microscopy), Labkem (dehydrated culture media), and METRIA Touch (analytical balances with touchscreen technology). The 2026 catalog showcases new product lines with pricing and stock visibility, operating exclusively for professionals with B2B sales.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Elitex: Laboratory equipment brand developed for precision, durability, and advanced technology in experiments.
• LYNX
• Labkem
• METRIA
• Premium Line

Products and services

• General Laboratory Products Comprehensive range of laboratory equipment and materials including volumetric ware, liquid handling tools, filtration systems, chromatography, centrifugation, balances, stirrers, thermostats, water/food analysis instruments, and laboratory furniture, for professional laboratories and research institutions.
• Life Sciences Products Specialized products for cell culture, molecular biology, microbiology, pathology, microscopes, and refrigeration/cryogenization equipment, targeted at scientific research and life-science laboratories.
• Safety and Hygiene Products Personal protective equipment and hygiene/cleaning products for laboratory safety compliance, for laboratories and research institutions requiring PPE and cleaning consumables.
• Chemical Products Laboratory chemicals and reagents for scientific research and testing applications, for professional laboratories across multiple verticals.
• Elitex Laboratory Equipment Proprietary sub-brand of advanced laboratory equipment developed for precision, durability, and cutting-edge technology in experiments, for professional labs requiring high-performance instruments.
• LYNX Microscopes Proprietary sub-brand of advanced microscopy equipment offering superior-level systems with expanded options for various microscopy needs, for research and life-science laboratories.
• Labkem Dehydrated Culture Media Proprietary sub-brand offering dehydrated culture media products providing expanded options and versatility for microbiology testing applications, for clinical and industrial microbiology labs.
• METRIA Touch Analytical Balance Proprietary sub-brand analytical balance featuring precision, reliability, and versatility with a removable 7-inch touchscreen display and thermal printer integration, for laboratory weighing and analytical applications.
• Labbox 2026 Catalog Annual product catalog featuring the complete range of laboratory equipment, materials, and chemicals with updated pricing, for professional buyers seeking a consolidated reference of the full product line.
• Autoclave Deodorant Biodegradable capsules that effectively neutralize odors generated during waste sterilization in autoclaves, providing fresh citrus fragrance without interfering with the sterilization process, for laboratories operating autoclaves.
• STIR 32A Magnetic Stirrer Digital magnetic stirrer with heating up to 340°C and 20L capacity for laboratory mixing applications, for laboratories needing heated stirring.
• FLOW L35 Low-Speed Centrifuge Low-speed centrifuge for laboratory sample processing and separation applications, for laboratories performing routine sample preparation.
• EPA Pre-Cleaned Vials Kit Kit of pre-cleaned vials designed for EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) compliance testing applications, for environmental and analytical laboratories.
• OVF Forced Circulation Oven Forced circulation oven for laboratory heating, drying, and thermal processing applications, for laboratories requiring thermal processing.
• M21 Benchtop pH Meter Desktop pH meter for laboratory pH measurement and analysis, for laboratories performing pH testing.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48-hour maximum delivery time in Spain
• +1 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Eppendorf SE: German-headquartered manufacturer of premium lab equipment (centrifuges, pipettes, bioreactors). Comparable to Labbox where Labbox sells or competes with Eppendorf-equipment categories, but Eppendorf operates as a proprietary manufacturer rather than multi-brand distributor.
• Sartorius AG: Global bioprocessing and lab equipment manufacturer serving life sciences customers. Comparable to Labbox in life science equipment and consumables categories but at substantially larger scale and with proprietary manufacturing IP.
• VWR / Avantor: Global laboratory products distribution business under Avantor. Comparable to Labbox in catalog breadth and B2B lab distribution model but operates at significantly larger scale with integrated supply chain and services.
• Merck / Sigma-Aldrich (Life Science): Global life science and lab supplies business of Merck KGaA. Comparable to Labbox across chemicals, reagents, and lab supplies but with global scale, proprietary brands, and deeper manufacturer-direct relationships.
• DWK Life Sciences (Duran): Manufacturer of premium laboratory glassware and consumables (Duran, Wheaton, Kimble brands). Comparable to Labbox in the volumetric ware and lab glassware categories where Labbox's catalog overlaps with DWK products.
• Fisher Scientific (Thermo Fisher Scientific): Global leader in laboratory supplies and equipment distribution. Comparable to Labbox across the full lab supply catalog but operates at much greater scale with broader manufacturer relationships and global procurement contracts.

Direct peers

• Carl Roth: German-based laboratory chemicals, consumables, and equipment distributor serving European professional customers with a broad multi-category catalog and own-brand SKUs. Closely comparable to Labbox in mid-market positioning, own-brand strategy, and European B2B distribution model.
• Starlab International: European-headquartered lab consumables manufacturer and distributor with strong own-brand presence in pipette tips and liquid handling. Comparable to Labbox in mid-market European lab supply focus and own-brand product strategy.
• Th. Geyer: German laboratory supplies distributor offering chemicals, consumables, and equipment to professional buyers across Europe. Comparable to Labbox as a mid-market European lab distribution specialist with similar catalog breadth and own-brand offerings.
• Hauschild & Co. KG: Family-owned German laboratory supplier of chemicals, consumables, and equipment. Comparable to Labbox in family-owned European distribution profile, mid-market positioning, and broad multi-category catalog approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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