Meta Biomed

What Meta Biomed does

Meta Biomed is a South Korea-based medical device manufacturer founded in 1990 and headquartered in Cheongju, publicly listed on the Korea Exchange under ticker krx:59210. The company develops and commercializes medical devices across four verticals: dental consumables, surgical sutures and biomaterials, surgical devices (under the MetaSurgical brand launched in 2020), and cosmetic medical devices (including PDO threads and powder fillers such as Rejubella and Da:all). Its technological foundation is in biodegradable polymer science — Meta Biomed ranks among the global leaders (reportedly world #7) in biodegradable polymer technology, world #1 in root canal filling materials, and #2/#3 globally for PGCL/PDO sutures. Notable proprietary technologies include the Cobra Cog double-cut PDO thread platform and the patented Rejubella PDO powder filler microsphere formulation.

The company holds a comprehensive regulatory footprint: FDA, CE (including MDR certificates for high-risk Class III devices), ISO 13485, KGMP, and MDSAP approvals across multiple product categories. Manufacturing is split between Korea, China, and Vietnam, providing a tiered cost structure. The R&D platform is being extended through a strategic investment and joint R&D agreement with LabIncube (Series B, Dec 2025) covering metal-organic framework (MOF) biomaterials.

Meta Biomed operates a B2B distribution model through approximately 250 sales networks covering more than 100 countries, selling primarily to clinicians, dental practitioners, hospitals, and aesthetic medical providers. End customers are distributed across geographies and segments, with no single customer or channel disclosed as material. Revenue scales with procedure volumes in dental endodontics, surgical suture consumption, and the growing Korean and broader Asian cosmetic medical aesthetics market.

Name

Meta Biomed

Legal name

META BIOMED CO,. LTD.

Website

https://meta-biomed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Meta Biomed is a South Korea-headquartered medical device manufacturer (KRX: 59210) producing dental consumables, surgical sutures and biomaterials, surgical devices, and cosmetic medical products distributed across 100+ countries through 250 sales networks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Devices

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Biodegradable Medical & Hygiene Materials (absorbables, disposables substrates) (IMAEAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Medical device manufacturing
• Dental endodontic supplies
• Biodegradable surgical sutures
• Orthopedic bone graft materials
• Aesthetic PDO threads

Headquarters

HQ city

Cheongju

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Products: B2B sales of dental equipment and materials including endodontics (root canal filling, sealers, files), restorative materials, dental equipment, and bone graft products. Sold to dental clinicians and distributors in approximately 110 countries.
2. Suture & Biomaterials: Sales of synthetic absorbable sutures (PGA, PGLA, PDO, PGCL), functional sutures, biomaterials for medical devices, and 3D printing filaments for medical applications.
3. Surgical Medical Devices: Sales of surgical devices for general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and OB-GYN including MetaClip-P polymer ligating clips, MetaFix suture anchors, bone cements, and NEO-T incontinence mesh.
4. Cosmetic Medical Products: Sales of aesthetic medical products including Da:all PDO threads (only white PDO in Korea), HA fillers (Da:all Dermal fill, Da:all Glam fill), skin boosters (K Booster), and Rejubella PDO powder filler.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Meta Biomed manufactures and sells medical devices and biomaterials across four divisions: Dental (endodontic sealers, files, obturation systems, restoratives, bone grafts), Suture & Biomaterials (synthetic absorbable sutures made from PGA, PGLA, PDO, and PGCL polymers; functional/barbed sutures; 3D printing filaments), Surgical (ligating clips, suture anchors, bone cements, incontinence mesh, endoscopic catheters for general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and OB-GYN), and Cosmetic Medical (HA fillers, PDO threads, skin boosters). Products are exported to more than 100 countries through 250 distributor networks, with overseas manufacturing bases in China and Vietnam.

Product overview

Meta Biomed is a global biomedical company manufacturing medical devices and materials across four main business divisions: Dental (endodontics, restorative, equipment, bone graft), Suture & Biomaterials (absorbable/non-absorbable sutures, biodegradable polymers, 3D printing materials), Surgical (general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, OBGYN devices), and Cosmetic Medical (HA fillers, PDO threads, skin boosters). The company holds world-leading positions in root canal filling products and was the 2nd and 3rd company globally to develop PGCL and PDO bio-absorbable sutures respectively. Products are exported to over 100 countries through 250 sales networks worldwide, with production bases in China and Vietnam. The company operates ISO 13485 certified quality systems and holds CE, FDA, and KGMP certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Da:all: Premium absorbable polydioxanone (PDO) threads for cosmetic/esthetic procedures; includes various thread types such as Mono, Mono Screw, Double, Double Screw, I-Screw, Premium Molding, Premium Molding Emboss, Spiral Cobra, Spiral Double arm, Braid, Premium Spring, Premium Braid soft; known as the only white PDO thread in Korea
• Mepfil
• Aurum
• MetaSurgical
• Rejubella
• K Booster

Products and services

• CeraSeal Bioceramic Root Canal Sealer Premixed calcium silicate-based bioceramic root canal sealer with antimicrobial effect, high volumetric stability, and biocompatibility for permanent root canal sealing. Used by dentists and endodontists.
• ADSEAL Resin-Based Root Canal Sealer Paste-paste resin-based root canal sealer offering hermetic sealing, non-staining properties, and biocompatibility. Used by dentists for root canal obturation.
• Metapex Calcium Hydroxide Paste Premixed calcium hydroxide paste with iodoform for pulp capping, pulpotomy, weeping canal treatment, and apexification, with excellent radiopacity. Used by dental practitioners.
• Gutta Percha Points Standard gutta percha points for permanent root canal filling, available in various tapers and sizes with excellent radiopacity. Used by dentists for obturation.
• Aurum Blue NiTi Endodontic File Martensitic NiTi endodontic file with super flexibility, pre-bendable capability, and electro-polished surface for reduced fracture risk. Used by endodontists for root canal shaping.
• i-ROOT Electronic Apex Locator Electronic apex locator with high accuracy in various canal conditions (dry, bleeding, wet, saline, EDTA, NaOCl), featuring 60-hour continuous use and lithium-ion battery. Used by dental clinicians.
• ES-100 Endodontic Micro Motor Endodontic micro motor with torque auto reverse functionality (250-800 RPM, 0.6-6.4 N.cm torque) for root canal shaping with rotary files. Used by dentists.
• Genesys Motorized Obturation System Fully motorized obturation system with preset temperature selection, refillable and sterilizable gutta percha cartridge, and 360-degree rotating cartridge. Used by endodontists for obturation.
• Nexcomp Nano Hybrid Composite Resin Nano hybrid dental composite resin with low 1.6% shrinkage, 19 available shades, excellent sculptability, and non-slumping properties for Class I-V restorations. Used by dentists.
• Sorbone Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Bone Graft Sterile absorbable bone graft material made of 100% beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) with 55-60% porosity for alveolar ridge augmentation and periodontal defects. Used by dental surgeons.
• MEPFIL PGA Absorbable Surgical Braid Polyglycolic acid (PGA) absorbable surgical braid with over 65% retention strength after 17 days, coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate. Used by surgeons for soft tissue approximation.
• MEPFIL-LAC PGLA Absorbable Braid PGLA (90% glycolide, 10% L-lactide) absorbable braid with over 65% retention strength after 14 days, coated with calcium stearate and copolymer. Used by surgeons.
• MEPFIL-D PDO Absorbable Monofilament Polydioxanone (PDO) absorbable monofilament with over 65% retention strength after 28 days at 37°C for medium to long-term wound support. Used by surgeons.
• MEPFIL-MO PGCL Monofilament PGCL (75% glycolide, 25% caprolactone) short-term absorbable monofilament with about 50% retention strength after 7 days. Used by surgeons.
• MEPFIL-DV PDO Barbed Suture PDO barbed monofilament with cobra-cog dual angle cut design, eliminating need for knot tying, available in unidirectional and bidirectional configurations. Used by surgeons for tissue approximation.
• MEPFIL-LAC PLUS Antibacterial Suture Antibacterial PGLA absorbable braid coated with Triclosan for protecting surgeons and patients from bacterial colonization during surgery.
• 3D Printing Biodegradable Filament Biodegradable 3D printing filament materials including PLA, PCL, and PGLA (9:1, 3:7 ratios) for medical device manufacturing in 1.75mm diameter. Sold to medical device manufacturers.
• PGA/PGLA/PDO/PGCL Raw Polymers Raw biodegradable polymer materials including polyglycolide, polylactide-co-glycolide, polydioxanone, and glycolide-caprolactone copolymer for medical device manufacturing. Sold to medical device manufacturers.
• MetaClip-P Polymer Ligating Clip Non-absorbable surgical polymer ligating clip with poly-oxy-methylene material, featuring patented circular projection to prevent separation or slippage. CE certified. Used by general surgeons.
• iDOLPHIN-S2 Endoscopic Catheter Disposable endoscopic catheter with integrated camera using optical fiber technology for direct treatment site visualization and infection-free procedures. CE certified. Used by surgeons.
• NTCem Antibiotic PMMA Bone Cement Antibiotic PMMA bone cement containing gentamicin for orthopedic bone reconstruction. Used by orthopedic surgeons.
• MetaFix Suture Anchor System Orthopedic suture anchor system including MetaFix PK (rotator cuff repair), MetaFix Knotless, MetaLock Knotless, and AutoKnot automated knotting device for orthopedic procedures. Used by orthopedic surgeons.
• NEO-T Polypropylene Incontinence Mesh Non-absorbable polypropylene incontinence mesh with pre-attached protective sheath for sling-method surgery treating urinary incontinence. Used by OB-GYN surgeons.
• OpaCem PMMA Bone Cement (Neurosurgery) PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) bone cement for neurosurgical applications. Used by neurosurgeons.
• Da:all Dermal Fill Hyaluronic Acid Filler Premium hyaluronic acid dermal filler using patented MCL (Multi Staged Crosslinking) technology for safe and removable aesthetic treatments. Used by cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists.
• Da:all Glam Fill HA Filler Premium HA filler with superior hydrophilic capacity for volume enhancement and facial contouring. Used by cosmetic surgeons.
• Rejubella PDO Powder Filler Premium PDO powder filler using patented polymer microsphere manufacturing technology for safe, biodegradable, continuous self-collagen production. Used by cosmetic practitioners.
• K Booster Skin Booster No. 1 skin booster in Korea for skin rejuvenation with optimal biostimulating formulation for dermal fibroblasts, available in A (hydration), W (whitening), R (rejuvenation), and PDRN Plus variants. Used by dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners.
• Da:all PDO Threads (Cosmetic Thread Lift Range) Premium absorbable polydioxanone (PDO) thread line for cosmetic thread lifting, including Premium Molding, Premium Molding Emboss, Spiral Cobra (with patented double-cut technology), Spiral Double arm, Braid, Premium Spring, Premium Braid soft, and Basic Line variants (Mono, Mono Screw, Double, Double Screw, I-Screw). Da:all is the only white (undyed) PDO thread in Korea. Used by cosmetic surgeons and aesthetic practitioners.
• RENUVOL PDO Booster PDO booster product for aesthetic skin treatments and rejuvenation. Used by aesthetic practitioners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% success rate for bioceramic sealer treatments (CeraSeal)
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• LabIncube (Lab Incube)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 December 2025Meta Biomed provided strategic investment of approximately $9.9M USD (KRW 14.7 billion) in LabIncube's Series B funding round. Alongside the investment, both companies formalized a joint R&D and commercialization agreement for next-generation polymer fillers and medical device applications targeting global markets. The partnership leverages LabIncube's MOF (Metal-Organic Framework) material technology combined with Meta Biomed's manufacturing infrastructure, regulatory expertise, and commercialization capabilities. LabIncube is recognized as the world's first company to successfully commercialize MOF materials, with existing products including MOFAC filters adopted by LG Electronics and skincare brands distributed across 32 countries.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CONMED Corporation: Medical device manufacturer focused on general surgery and orthopedics with ligating clips, arthroscopic devices, and orthobiologics; directly comparable to Meta Biomed's MetaClip-P, bone cements (NTCem, OpaCem), and orthopedic fixation portfolio.
• B. Braun Melsungen: Global manufacturer of surgical sutures (Safil, Monosyn, Novosyn), bioresorbables, and surgical devices; directly comparable to Meta Biomed's MEPFIL absorbable sutures and surgical products divisions.
• Osstem Implant: Korean dental implant and regenerative materials leader with strong global distribution; closely mirrors Meta Biomed's Korean origins, dental focus, and overseas manufacturing footprint.
• Dentsply Sirona: Global dental equipment and consumables leader with broad endodontic, restorative, and implant portfolios; directly overlaps with Meta Biomed's endodontic sealers, files, restorative composites, and gutta percha product lines.
• Envista Holdings: Dental-focused manufacturer (Kerr, Sybron, Nobel Biocare) spanning endodontic files, sealers, and restorative materials; competes head-on with Meta Biomed across multiple dental consumables categories.

Emerging players

• Establishment Labs: Aesthetic/medical device company focused on breast and cosmetic implants; comparable in the premium aesthetic device segment where Meta Biomed competes with Da:all threads and HA fillers.
• Anika Therapeutics: Specialty orthobiologics and hyaluronic-acid-based joint health company; adjacent overlap with Meta Biomed's HA fillers (Da:all) and bioceramic bone graft materials.

Broad incumbents

• Smith & Nephew: Global orthopedics, sports medicine, and wound management company; overlaps with Meta Biomed's rotator cuff anchors (MetaFix), bone graft substitutes, and incontinence mesh on a category basis.
• Straumann Group: Swiss dental implant and digital dentistry leader; broader portfolio but overlaps with Meta Biomed in dental regenerative materials (beta-TCP / hydroxyapatite grafts) and restorative workflows.

Regional players

• Henry Schein: Large dental and medical distribution platform serving North America; complements rather than competes with Meta Biomed's products, similar breadth of endodontic and surgical consumables moved through dealers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/MetaBiomed
• Facebookfacebook.com/Metabiomed.Endodontics
• Instagraminstagram.com/metabiomed_dental
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/metabiomed-co-ltd-

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments2 records

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