Quantum Latvija

What Quantum Latvija does

Quantum Latvija (legal entity QUANTUM LATVIA SIA) is a privately held Latvian limited liability company headquartered at Ventspils iela 63B, Rīga, founded in 1998/1999 and operating for over 25 years. The company is a specialized B2B distributor of laboratory equipment and diagnostic testing systems, distributing internationally recognized brands including Agilent, Eppendorf, IKA, Fisher Scientific, Bio-Rad, Peak Scientific, Milestone, Berghof Instruments, CellPath, and AdvionInterchim Scientific to laboratories and research professionals throughout Latvia.

The product portfolio spans 18 categories including chromatography (HPLC, UHPLC, GC, LC/MS), molecular and atomic spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR, Raman, LDIR, AAS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS), centrifugation, molecular biology instruments (PCR, qPCR, digital PCR, flow cytometry), bioprocess equipment, reactors and fermenters, histology and cell biology reagents, gas generators, laboratory furniture, fume cupboards, scales, refrigerators and freezers, chemicals, and consumables. Named high-end offerings include the Agilent 8700 LDIR chemical imaging system for microplastics detection and the Agilent Infinity III LC Series liquid chromatographs. Recent product activity in 2024–2026 shows ongoing portfolio refresh across Agilent and IKA platforms.

Quantum Latvija operates a sales-led, direct-distribution model with quote-based pricing, bilingual Latvian/English website, and direct phone and email contact channels. In addition to equipment sales, the company generates revenue from chemical reagents, consumables, and professional services including installation, calibration, verification, qualification, repair, user training, and consulting. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and operates with a lean team of 6 employees including a board member, project managers, application specialists, a service engineer, and an accountant. The company is privately held with no disclosed external investment, parent company, or M&A activity.

Name

Quantum Latvija

Legal name

QUANTUM LATVIA SIA

Website

https://quantum.lv

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Quantum Latvija is a privately held Latvian distributor of laboratory equipment and diagnostic testing systems, serving laboratories and research professionals across Latvia with brands such as Agilent, Eppendorf, IKA, and Bio-Rad, plus installation, calibration, training, and consumables services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Laboratory Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8112)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Calibration Services & Standards (Calibration labs, reference standards, traceability services) (IMAGAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Science & STEM Lab Equipment & Supplies (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Makerspaces) (EDAEAIAC)

Keywords

• Laboratory equipment distribution
• Diagnostic testing systems
• Chromatography instruments
• Molecular biology reagents
• Laboratory consumables supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Riga

HQ country

Latvia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Laboratory Equipment Sales: Sale of laboratory equipment including chromatography systems, spectroscopy instruments, centrifuges, and other laboratory apparatus to laboratories and research facilities
2. Diagnostic Testing Systems: Sale of diagnostic testing systems and solutions for laboratory testing applications
3. Chemical Reagents and Consumables: Sale of chemical reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies including histology instruments, cell biology reagents, microbiology media, and laboratory accessories
4. Technical Services and Support: Full service solutions including equipment installation, calibration, verification, qualification, repair, and training services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Quantum Latvija is a Latvian distributor of laboratory equipment and diagnostic testing systems, supplying chromatography, spectroscopy, centrifugation, molecular biology instruments, bioreactors, chemical reagents, and laboratory consumables from globally recognized manufacturers. The company additionally provides technical services including equipment installation, calibration, verification, qualification, repair, user training, and customized laboratory consulting to laboratories and research facilities throughout Latvia.

Product overview

Quantum Latvija is a distributor of laboratory equipment and diagnostic testing systems in Latvia, operating for over 25 years. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products organized across 18 categories: Chromatography (including Agilent Infinity III LC systems and Interchim PuriFlash), Laboratory Furniture and Fume Cupboards, Cell Biology Instruments and Reagents, Histology Instruments and Reagents, Laboratory Equipment and Instruments, Thermo Cabinets, Laboratory Scales, Gas Generators (hydrogen, nitrogen, zero air), Sample Storage (refrigerators and freezers), Molecular Spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR, Raman, LDIR), Atomic Spectroscopy (AAS, ICP-OES, ICP-MS), Bioprocess equipment, Reactors and Fermenters, Centrifugation (benchtop and floor-standing), Chemicals (buffers, solvents, reagents, standards), Laboratory Consumables (pipettes, filtration, glassware), Molecular Biology Instruments (PCR, qPCR, digital PCR, flow cytometry), and Microbiology products. The company distributes internationally recognized brands including Agilent, Eppendorf, IKA, BERGHOF, Bio-Rad, Fisher Scientific, and others. Beyond product sales, Quantum Latvija provides full-service solutions including equipment installation, calibration, verification, qualification, repair, user training, and customized laboratory consulting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chromatography Systems (Hromatogrāfija) Chromatography equipment and systems for chemical separation and analysis, distributed to laboratories and research facilities in Latvia.
• Molecular Spectroscopy Instruments (Molekulārā spektroskopija) UV-Vis, UV-Vis-NIR, FTIR, Raman, and LDIR spectroscopic instruments for molecular analysis, distributed to laboratories and research facilities.
• Atomic Spectroscopy Instruments (Atomspektroskopija) Atomic absorption (AAS), ICP-OES, ICP-MS, ICP-QQQ, and MP-AES instruments for elemental analysis, distributed to laboratories and research facilities.
• Centrifugation Equipment (Centrifugēšana) Benchtop and floor-standing centrifuges including microcentrifuges, high-speed refrigerated centrifuges, and ultracentrifuges for sample separation.
• Cell Biology Instruments and Reagents (Šūnu bioloģijas instrumenti un reaģenti) Instruments and reagents for cell culture, cell analysis, and cellular research applications.
• Histology Instruments and Reagents (Histoloģijas instrumenti un reaģenti) Instruments and reagents for tissue processing, sectioning, and histological analysis.
• Laboratory Equipment and Instruments (Laboratorijas aprīkojums un instrumenti) General laboratory equipment including water baths, shakers, mixers, pH meters, calorimeters, and polarimeters for various analytical and preparatory tasks.
• Thermo Cabinets (Termoskapji) Temperature-controlled storage cabinets and incubators for laboratory samples.
• Laboratory Scales (Laboratorijas svari) Precision balances and scales for laboratory weighing applications.
• Gas Generators (Gāzu ģenerātori) Gas generation systems including hydrogen generators, nitrogen generators, zero air generators, and air compressors for laboratory gas supply.
• Sample Storage - Refrigerators and Freezers (Paraugu uzglabāšana - Ledusskapji un saldētavas) Refrigerators and freezers for sample storage and preservation.
• Laboratory Furniture and Fume Cupboards (Laboratorijas mēbeles un velkmes skapji) Laboratory workstations, tables, and fume hoods for safe laboratory operations.
• Bioprocess Equipment (Bioprocess) Bioprocessing equipment including bioreactors and fermenters for cell culture and bioprocess development.
• Reactors and Fermenters (Reaktori un fermentatori) Laboratory reactors and fermenters for chemical and biological process development.
• Molecular Biology Instruments and Reagents (Molekulārās bioloģijas instrumenti un reaģenti) Molecular biology instruments and reagents including digital PCR, conventional PCR, qPCR, electrophoresis and blotting equipment, and cell flow cytometers.
• Microbiology Products (Mikrobioloģija) Microbiology media, food safety testing products, water quality testing kits, and veterinary diagnostics.
• Chemicals (Ķīmiskās vielas) Buffer solutions, organic solvents, reagents, and standard substances for laboratory analytical work.
• Laboratory Consumables (Laboratorijas palīgmateriāli) Consumables including automatic pipettes, filtration equipment, laboratory glassware, vials, bottles, corks, and occupational safety products.
• Agilent 8700 LDIR Chemical Imaging System Agilent 8700 LDIR chemical imaging system using quantum cascade laser (QCL) spectroscopy for fully automated microplastic particle detection and identification in environmental, food, and other sample matrices.
• IKA TURBOTRON RKG-00-Bo ATEX Mixer Explosion-proof mechanically driven mixer for laboratories, pilot plants, and small-scale production. ATEX-certified (Zone 1, T3) for hazardous area operation, with interchangeable mixing tools and stainless steel 316L construction.
• Agilent Infinity III LC Series Liquid Chromatographs HPLC and UHPLC liquid chromatography systems with InfinityLab Assist automation, Level Sensing for solvent monitoring, and Sample ID reader for automated sample identification.
• Equipment Installation Service Professional laboratory equipment and diagnostic testing systems delivery, installation, and configuration services for laboratories in Latvia.
• Technical Service and Maintenance Regular maintenance, calibration, verification, equipment diagnostics, and repair services for laboratory equipment sold to Latvian laboratories.
• User Training Practical and theoretical training for laboratory personnel on supplied equipment, testing systems, and reagents, available on-site or remotely.
• Consulting and Solution Customization Professional consulting and customized laboratory solutions including equipment selection, diagnostic testing systems, and full-cycle reagent supply for laboratories in Latvia.

Quantifiable outcome

• ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system ensuring consistent service quality

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AgilentcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for distribution of Agilent chromatography, spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry systems including HPLC, UHPLC, GC, LC/MS, and related laboratory equipment
• EppendorfcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partnership for Eppendorf laboratory equipment including centrifuges, thermal cyclers, and cell biology instruments
• IKAcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partnership for IKA laboratory equipment including mixers, stirrers, and reactors for laboratories and pilot plants
• Fisher ScientificcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partnership for Fisher Scientific laboratory products, chemicals, and consumables
• BIO RADcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partnership for Bio-Rad molecular biology instruments, reagents, and diagnostic products
• Peak ScientificcoreTechnology or IntegrationDistribution partnership for Peak Scientific gas generators including hydrogen, nitrogen, and zero air generators

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• PerkinElmer: Global laboratory instrument manufacturer and supplier of analytical, life science, and diagnostic solutions. Comparable in selling chromatography, spectroscopy, and lab diagnostic equipment, though as a manufacturer rather than a pure distributor.
• Sigma-Aldrich (Merck KGaA Life Science): Global laboratory supplies distributor and chemicals manufacturer under Merck KGaA. Comparable as a multi-category lab supplier serving research and industrial customers, though at massive scale and with proprietary products.
• VWR International (Avantor): One of the world's largest laboratory product distributors serving pharmaceutical, biotech, and industrial lab customers globally. Comparable as a multi-brand lab distributor, though at vastly greater scale and broader geographic footprint.
• Hach: Global manufacturer and distributor of water quality and laboratory analytical instruments, including spectroscopy and titration systems. Comparable in selling laboratory analytical instruments to industrial and environmental customers, though at much larger scale.
• DKSH Scientific Solutions: Asia-Pacific focused market expansion services provider for scientific instrument manufacturers. Comparable as a contract distribution partner for global lab equipment brands, though operating in a different geography.

Direct peers

• Carl Roth: German laboratory equipment, chemicals, and consumables distributor with a comprehensive catalog across chromatography, spectroscopy, life sciences, and consumables. Directly comparable in product breadth and customer base, though geographically focused on DACH region.
• Cole-Parmer: Global distributor of laboratory equipment, instruments, and consumables across life sciences, analytical chemistry, and fluid handling. Comparable in product mix and direct-to-lab distribution model, though much larger and more geographically diversified.

Regional players

• Labochema: Lithuanian laboratory equipment and chemical distributor serving the Baltic region; comparable in product categories (chromatography, spectroscopy, lab consumables) and business model, but operates primarily in Lithuania rather than Latvia.
• BioNordika: Nordic/Baltic distributor of life science laboratory products and reagents. Comparable as a regional multi-brand distributor for laboratory customers, though serving primarily Sweden and the broader Nordics.
• HVD Life Sciences: Austrian/Central European distributor of life science laboratory equipment and consumables. Comparable in mid-size distribution model and partnership-driven catalog, though not directly present in Latvia.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/quantum-latvija

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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