Seoulin Bioscience
Seoulin Bioscience is a South Korean KOSDAQ-listed life science distributor serving bio-pharma, biotech, and academic research markets with branded research equipment, proprietary sterilization and air purification products, and AI-based multi-omics analysis services.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1984
- HeadquartersSeongnam, South Korea
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Seoulin Bioscience does
Seoulin Bioscience is a South Korea-based life science distribution and services company founded in 1984 by Hwang Euil-moon and listed on KOSDAQ under ticker 038070. The company operates as a total solutions provider in the bio and healthcare value chain, distributing branded research equipment, reagents, and consumables from major global manufacturers including BD Biosciences, Bio-Rad, Cell Signaling Technology, Cytiva, Dharmacon (Revvity), and BUCHI to Korean bio-pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, universities, research hospitals, and government institutes. Beyond distribution, Seoulin operates proprietary product lines including the ecoTree HOCl (hypochlorous acid) sterilization water generator and the Airgle premium air purifier line (FDA 510(k) cleared), and runs multi-subsidiary operations spanning medical aesthetics (StarOn Medical, Seoulin Medicare), functional cosmetics (Genozyme), and consumer sterilization e-commerce (ecoTree Medical).
The company's technology stack spans both third-party distribution and proprietary innovation. The newly launched POCUS brand provides AI-based multi-omics analysis services capable of measuring 7,000+ proteins from a single blood sample using nanoparticle capture combined with high-performance mass spectrometry, delivered through a partnership with Vazilbiotech and validated by being the world's first Revvity Official Service Certified provider. Proprietary registered IP includes the miQ microRNA early dementia diagnostic (developed via Yonsei University technology transfer), silver nano cluster probe patents, and the ecoTree trademark, supported by multiple safety and quality certifications (KC, CE, RCM, FDA). The R&D and manufacturing footprint is anchored by the Seoulin Global Center in Hwaseong, with nationwide sales coverage including the Daejeon Central Branch.
Seoulin's revenue model is hybrid: one-time equipment sales plus recurring consumables from distributed brands, hardware sales of ecoTree sterilization systems and Airgle purifiers, professional services revenue from POCUS omics analysis, and medical device sales through subsidiary StarOn Medical. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales to bio-pharma and biotech accounts, a regional dealer network segmented by capital region versus outside-Seoul, technical service/support infrastructure for complex equipment, and e-commerce channels for ecoTree consumer products. Pricing is quote-based for most B2B transactions, with promotional campaigns offering up to 47% discount on Bio-Rad enterprise equipment bundles. The company operates primarily in South Korea with selective international exposure in Vietnam (cosmetics) and the United States (FDA-cleared products, omics service certification).
Seoulin Bioscience firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Seoulin Bioscience
- Legal name
- (주) 서린바이오사이언스
- Website
- https://seoulin.co.kr
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1984
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Seoulin Bioscience is a South Korean KOSDAQ-listed life science distributor serving bio-pharma, biotech, and academic research markets with branded research equipment, proprietary sterilization and air purification products, and AI-based multi-omics analysis services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Seoulin Bioscience industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Life Science Research Equipment Distribution
- NAICS
- Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (424210)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Bioprocess Consumables & Reagents (resins, membranes, media components, buffers) (HLAAAJAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Specialty Pharma & Biologics Distribution (GDP-compliant) (HLAGAMAD), Dermatology & Aesthetics Pharmaceuticals (HLAIAAAK)
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Where Seoulin Bioscience is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Seongnam
- HQ country
- South Korea
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices3 records
Markets served
Seoulin Bioscience business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Life Science Equipment and Reagents Distribution: Distribution of branded life science research products including Bio-Rad, BD, CST, Cytiva, Dharmacon equipment, reagents, and consumables to bio-pharma, biotech companies, and research institutions. One-time product sales with repeat consumable orders.
- ecoTree Sterilization Products: Sale of ecoTree HOCl generation equipment and associated sterilization solutions for laboratory, food, medical, and public health applications. Includes ecoTree-M home appliance model.
- Medical Aesthetic Devices: Medical aesthetic equipment including STALUKE dermatological device for vitiligo, tattoo, and scar treatment through subsidiary Star On Medical.
- Analysis Services: Omics analysis services through POCUS brand including proteomics and metabolomics testing for research institutions and bio-pharma companies.
- Premium Air Purifiers: Airgle premium air purifiers with HEPA filtration and UV technology for medical and commercial use, including FDA 510k cleared models.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Enterprise Bio-Pharma/Biotech Equipment Promotions |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | CST Antibody Promotional Bundle |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Bio-Rad PTC Harmony Launch Promotion |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
Seoulin Bioscience product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Seoulin Bioscience distributes global life science research equipment, reagents, and consumables from brands such as BD Biosciences, Bio-Rad, Cell Signaling Technology, Cytiva, Dharmacon, and BUCHI to bio-pharma, biotech, and academic research customers in South Korea. The company also manufactures and sells proprietary ecoTree HOCl sterilization water generators, distributes Airgle medical-grade air purifiers, sells STALUKE dermatological devices through subsidiary StarOn Medical, and operates the POCUS AI-powered multi-omics analysis service for proteomics and metabolomics.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- ecoTree™: Eco-friendly HOCl (hypochlorous acid) sterilization water generator equipment for hygiene and sanitization in medical, food, and public facilities
- POCUS
- Airgle
Products and services
- ecoTree HOCl Sterilization Water Generator (에코트리) Proprietary electrolytic generator that produces weakly acidic hypochlorous acid (HOCl) solution on-site for sterilization and sanitation in laboratories, food facilities, medical institutions, and public venues. Generates disinfectant using a compound found in the human immune system.
- ecoTree-M Home Sterilization Water Generator (에코트리-M) Consumer and small-business cartridge-based hypochlorous acid sterilization water generator for household, food service, school, and small office use. Sold through online e-commerce marketplaces under subsidiary ecoTree Medical.
- STALUKE Medical Dermatological Device (스타루크) Medical aesthetic dermatological device manufactured by wholly-owned subsidiary StarOn Medical for vitiligo treatment, tattoo removal, and scar revision microskin grafting procedures.
- Airgle Premium Air Purifier (에어글) Premium air purifiers with cHEPA filtration, titanium photocatalyst modules, and UV technology for medical and commercial use; FDA 510(k) cleared as Class 2 medical device. Distributed under exclusive Korean partnership with Airgle Corporation.
- POCUS Multi-Omics Analysis Service AI-based proteomics and metabolomics analysis service for research institutions and bio-pharma companies. Combines mass spectrometry with AI-based bioinformatics to support disease mechanism research, biomarker discovery, drug development, and functional ingredient research.
- BD Biosciences Research Products (BD FACSDiscover A8 and related lines) Official Korean distribution of BD Biosciences flow cytometry and cell analysis products, including the FACSDiscover A8 spectral flow cytometer for single-cell research, supplied with installation and technical support.
- Bio-Rad Laboratories Research Equipment and Reagents Distribution of Bio-Rad research and QC products in Korea, including CFX Opus qPCR systems, PTC thermal cyclers, GelDoc/ChemiDoc imaging systems, Trans-Blot Turbo transfer systems, PowerPac power supplies, TC20 automated cell counter, and ddPCR systems.
- Cell Signaling Technology (CST) Research Antibodies Official Korean distribution of CST primary antibodies and supporting reagents for cell signaling research, with technical support and promotional bundles for research customers.
- Cytiva Hyclone Cell Culture Products Official Korean distribution of Cytiva Hyclone cell culture products including fetal bovine serum (FBS), Classic Media, and related reagents for bio-pharmaceutical applications.
- BUCHI Laboratory Equipment Distribution of BUCHI rotary evaporators, vacuum pumps, circulators, and spray dryers for chemical and pharmaceutical R&D and QC applications in Korea.
- Revvity (Dharmacon) Gene Modulation Products Official Korean distribution of Horizon Discovery Dharmacon siRNA, shRNA, cDNA, ORF, and custom gene modulation products, paired with POCUS omics services under Revvity official service certification.
- miQ MicroRNA Early Dementia Diagnostic Kit Proprietary miRNA-based early dementia diagnostic product using silver nano DNA sensor technology developed through technology transfer from Yonsei University (바이오팜 technique). Patented silver nano cluster probe technology underpins the bioanalysis.
Quantifiable outcome
- 99.95% coronavirus inactivation by ecoTree HOCl solution within 30 seconds
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Seoulin Bioscience
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Seoulin Bioscience technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability2 records
Feature3 records
Seoulin Bioscience partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.
- Bio-Rad LaboratoriescoreAcquired domestic sales rights for Bio-Rad products including electrophoresis, imaging systems, ddPCR, chromatography equipment and reagents. Targeting bio-pharma and biotech enterprise customers for research and QC applications.
- 바질바이오텍 (Vazilbiotech)coreMulti-omics analysis service partnership. Jointly building mass spectrometry-based proteomics and metabolomics analysis platform. Seoulin provides customer network and service planning; Vazilbiotech provides mass spec equipment and AI bioinformatics.
- 뷰키코리아 (BUCHI Korea)strategicSupply partnership for BUCHI laboratory equipment including rotary evaporators, vacuum pumps, circulators, and spray dryers for chemical and pharmaceutical R&D and QC applications.
- 솔 (SOL)strategicMOU for bio digital diagnostics development including digital alerters, diagnostic kits, and digital PCR. SOL developed lens-free imaging technology and world's first 2-channel automated cell counter (SolCount).
- 한국폴리텍대학 (Korea Polytechnic College)minorMOU for education and training cooperation. Collaboration on student projects, joint research projects, and workforce training for bio industry.
- 제놀루션 (Genolution)minorDistribution partnership for nucleic acid extraction equipment and reagents. Also collaboration on COVID variant NGS analysis workflow automation.
- BD (Becton Dickinson and Company)coreOfficial distribution partnership for BD Biosciences products in Korea. Seoulin Bioscience serves as BD's formal partner for equipment supply, installation, and technical support including the FACSDiscover A8 spectral flow cytometer.
- 부산대학교 산학협력단 (PNU Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation)strategicAI development research contract for bio-analysis technology development. Combining Seoulin's market knowledge with Pusan National University's AI research capabilities.
- Cell Signaling Technology (CST)coreOfficial Korean distributor for CST research antibodies. Providing 2+1 promotional campaigns and technical support for antibody products.
- Cytiva (Hyclone)coreOfficial distributor for Cytiva Hyclone cell culture products including FBS, Classic Media, and related reagents for bio-pharmaceutical applications.
- Revvity (Dharmacon)coreOfficial distributor for Horizon Discovery Dharmacon products including siRNA, shRNA, cDNA, ORF, and custom gene modulation products. Also provides POCUS omics services under Revvity official service certification.
- 스타온메디컬 (Star On Medical)coreFully acquired subsidiary (100% stake) manufacturing medical aesthetic devices including STALUKE for dermatological applications. Exhibited at KOREA DERMA 2025.
- 에코트리메디칼 (ecoTree Medical)coreSubsidiary selling ecoTree HOCl products online through major Korean e-commerce platforms (11th Street, Naver Shopping, Coupang).
- 제노자임 (Genozyme)minorSubsidiary for functional cosmetics business including collagen mist, whitening products, and acne treatment solutions. Active in Vietnam market.
- Airgle CorporationcoreExclusive distribution partner for Airgle premium air purifiers in Korea. Products include FDA 510(k) cleared medical-grade air purifiers with HEPA filtration and titanium photocatalyst modules.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Seoulin Bioscience competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bio-Techne: US-based developer and manufacturer of life-science research reagents (proteins, antibodies, ELISA kits, cell culture media) that overlap directly with Seoulin's distribution of CST, Cytiva Hyclone, and other reagent brands. Bio-Techne competes for the same Korean academic and bio-pharma reagent budgets Seoulin services.
- GenScript: Global life-science tools provider offering gene synthesis, peptides, proteins, antibodies, and cell therapy services. Overlaps with Seoulin's distribution of Dharmacon/Revvity gene-modulation products and POCUS multi-omics services for academic and biotech customers.
- STEMCELL Technologies: Canada-based specialty life-science tools company focused on cell culture media, stem cell reagents, and cell separation products. Comparable to Seoulin's distribution of cell-culture-related research products and its own POCUS cell-related services.
Regional players
- Sino Biological: China-based reagent manufacturer and distributor of recombinant proteins, antibodies, and gene products serving Asian research markets. Comparable to Seoulin's antibody and reagent distribution in terms of product overlap, though primarily serving PRC customers.
- Bioneer Corporation: Korean molecular biology and life-science tools company developing nucleic-acid extraction, PCR reagents, and oligonucleotide synthesis products. Domestic peer to Seoulin's distribution of Genolution nucleic-acid extraction and Bio-Rad PCR systems in the Korean market.
Broad incumbents
- Thermo Fisher Scientific (Fisher Scientific): World's largest life-science tools and services company, distributing a comprehensive range of research equipment, reagents, and consumables globally. Represents the upper bound on Seoulin's competitive set, often competing through direct sales against local distributors in Asia.
- Bio-Rad Laboratories: Global manufacturer of life-science research and clinical diagnostics products, including the ddPCR, electrophoresis, and Western blot product lines Seoulin distributes in Korea. Functions as both a critical supply partner and an indirect competitor via direct sales channels.
- Avantor: Large global distributor of life-science products, equipment, and chemicals serving biopharma, healthcare, and research customers. Closest analog to Seoulin at much larger scale, distributing many of the same global brands (including Bio-Rad adjacents).
- Revvity (formerly PerkinElmer Life Sciences): Global life-science and diagnostics company whose Dharmacon gene-modulation products are distributed by Seoulin in Korea and whose official service certification was just granted to Seoulin's POCUS — making Revvity both an upstream partner and a comparable services player.
- Cytiva: Global bioprocessing and life-science tools provider (formerly GE Healthcare Life Sciences), manufacturer of Hyclone cell culture media and bioreactor systems. Direct supply partner to Seoulin for Hyclone products and adjacent competitor in large-scale bioprocessing.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Profiles5 records
Seoulin Bioscience subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries5 records
Seoulin Bioscience funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Seoulin Bioscience
What does Seoulin Bioscience do?
Seoulin Bioscience distributes global life science research equipment, reagents, and consumables from brands such as BD Biosciences, Bio-Rad, Cell Signaling Technology, Cytiva, Dharmacon, and BUCHI to bio-pharma, biotech, and academic research customers in South Korea. The company also manufactures and sells proprietary ecoTree HOCl sterilization water generators, distributes Airgle medical-grade air purifiers, sells STALUKE dermatological devices through subsidiary StarOn Medical, and operates the POCUS AI-powered multi-omics analysis service for proteomics and metabolomics.
Is Seoulin Bioscience a public or private company?
Seoulin Bioscience is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Seoulin Bioscience founded?
Seoulin Bioscience was founded in 1984. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Seoulin Bioscience based?
Seoulin Bioscience is headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, in the Asia region.
How does Seoulin Bioscience make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Life Science Equipment and Reagents Distribution is the primary driver. The others are ecoTree Sterilization Products, medical Aesthetic Devices, analysis Services and premium Air Purifiers.
Who are Seoulin Bioscience's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bio-Techne, GenScript and STEMCELL Technologies. Regional players are Sino Biological and Bioneer Corporation. Broad incumbents are Thermo Fisher Scientific (Fisher Scientific), Bio-Rad Laboratories, Avantor, Revvity (formerly PerkinElmer Life Sciences) and Cytiva.
Does Seoulin Bioscience have an API?
No public API is recorded for Seoulin Bioscience.
What industry is Seoulin Bioscience in?
Seoulin Bioscience's product category is Life Science Research Equipment Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAAAJAI, Bioprocess Consumables & Reagents (resins, membranes, media components, buffers), with a secondary code of HLAGAMAD, Specialty Pharma & Biologics Distribution (GDP-compliant). Its NAICS code is 424210 and its SIC code is 5122.