UPADI

What UPADI does

UPADI (U.P. Animal Development Institute) is a Lucknow, India-based distributor of animal husbandry and cryogenic equipment founded in 2001. The company supplies liquid nitrogen containers used for cryogenic storage of biological materials, artificial insemination (AI) accessories (sheaths, guns), frozen animal semen, and rubber cow mats. Its catalog spans 41 SKUs representing 37 liquid nitrogen container models across three brands — Cryocan/IBP, Cryogem, and Inox Cryoseal — at price points ranging from ₹60 per AI sheath to over ₹24,000 per high-capacity container, along with mid-priced cow mats (₹2,000) and frozen semen straws.

The business runs primarily through a direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel with nationwide delivery across India, alongside conventional sales. Products carry BIS certification under IS:11552, the relevant Indian Standard for cryogenic containers. The target customer base spans individual dairy farmers, veterinary clinics, IVF clinics, research laboratories, and ice cream manufacturers — a deliberately diversified end-market mix for what is fundamentally a niche cryogenic and livestock input supplier.

The company is privately held, reports 11 employees, and has not disclosed any external funding rounds, acquisitions, or executive changes. Revenue mechanics are unit-based e-commerce sales of physical goods, with mix skewed toward higher-priced cryogenic containers and lower-priced consumables. There is no evidence of proprietary technology, software platform, or AI capability beyond standard e-commerce operations.

Name

UPADI

Legal name

M/s U.P. Animal Development Institute

Website

https://upadi-vet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

UPADI (U.P. Animal Development Institute) is a Lucknow-based Indian distributor of BIS-certified liquid nitrogen cryogenic containers, AI accessories, frozen animal semen, and dairy consumables, selling nationwide via direct-to-consumer e-commerce to dairy farmers, veterinary and IVF clinics, research labs, and food producers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Equipment

akta.pro primary industry

Cryogenic Logistics (LN2 Dry Shippers, -150°C) (HLAGAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cryogenic / Ultra-Low Temperature Transport (e.g., dry ice, LN2) (TLADAHAJ)

Keywords

• Cryogenic storage containers
• Veterinary equipment supplies
• Artificial insemination equipment
• Animal husbandry products
• Liquid nitrogen containers

Headquarters

HQ city

Lucknow

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Liquid Nitrogen Container Sales: Sale of cryogenic liquid nitrogen containers in various sizes (0.5L to 120L) from brands including Cryocan (IBP/IOCL), Cryogem, and Inox Cryoseal. Products sold through e-commerce with pricing from ₹5,300 to ₹24,000 per unit depending on capacity and brand.
2. AI Equipment Sales: Sale of artificial insemination equipment including AI sheaths (₹60/unit), AI guns (₹2,000/unit), and steel AI guns. Also includes cow mats (₹2,000/unit) from brands MRF, Jindal, and Hariyana Shakti.
3. Semen Products: Sale of frozen animal semen for artificial insemination. Products contain minimum 20-30 million motile sperm with 50-70% progressive rate per vial, QC tested for IUI/IVF applications.
4. Wholesale/Bulk Trading: Described as a wholesale trader of liquid nitrogen containers and gases. Offers products in bulk quantities with delivery services across India.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

UPADI (U.P. Animal Development Institute) is a wholesale trader and e-commerce retailer of cryogenic liquid nitrogen containers under multiple brands (Cryocan/IBP, Cryogem, and Inox Cryoseal) in capacities from 0.5L to 120L, alongside artificial insemination equipment (sheaths, AI guns), frozen bovine semen, and dairy farm supplies such as cow mats. The company sells BIS-certified containers used for semen storage in cattle breeding, IVF clinics, laboratories, and medical research, with prices ranging from ₹60 per AI sheath to ₹24,000 per 50L container and nationwide delivery across India.

Product overview

UPADI (Uttar Pradesh Animal Development Institute) is a wholesale trader and supplier of veterinary and animal husbandry equipment, established in 2001 and based in Lucknow, India. The company's product portfolio centers on three main categories: (1) Liquid Nitrogen Containers across multiple brands (Cryocan/IBP, Cryogem, and Inox/InoxCVA Cryoseal) ranging from 0.9L to 120L capacities for cryogenic storage of biological samples; (2) Artificial Insemination Equipment including AI sheaths, steel AI guns, and frozen animal semen for cattle breeding; and (3) Dairy Farm Equipment such as cow mats. The liquid nitrogen containers serve various applications including semen straw storage for AI, IVF clinics, laboratories, and medical research. All Cryocan products are BIS certified for IS:11552 standards, while Inox products carry BIS certification with ISI marking. The company operates from Indira Nagar, Lucknow, and serves customers across India.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cryocan BA-0.5 (1 Liter Liquid Nitrogen Container) A durable and portable 1-liter cryocan designed for transporting and storing liquid nitrogen, with high-quality steel construction and excellent insulation for safe sample storage in laboratories, hospitals, and research facilities. Priced at ₹5,300 per unit.
• Cryocan BA-1.5 (1.5 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A versatile 1.5-liter liquid nitrogen container with neck diameter of 30mm and canister capacity for up to 110 straws (0.5ml each), designed for transporting and storing biological samples.
• Cryocan BA-3 (3 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A compact 3-liter double-walled non-pressurized aluminum container for storing liquid nitrogen at -196°C, primarily used to preserve bull semen for artificial insemination in animal husbandry.
• Cryocan BA-7 (7 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 7.9-liter capacity liquid nitrogen container for cryogenic storage of biological material from semen to stem cells in both vapor and liquid nitrogen phase.
• Cryocan BA-11 (11 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) An 11.6-liter capacity cryocan liquid nitrogen container designed for cryogenic storage of biological material including semen and stem cells.
• Cryocan BA-20 (20 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 20.5-liter capacity liquid nitrogen container with neck diameter of 90mm, designed for extended holding time storage of biological samples.
• Cryocan BA-23 (25 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 23.5-liter BIS certified liquid nitrogen container from IndianOil BG-Cryo for ultra-low temperature preservation of semen for artificial insemination of cattle.
• Cryocan BA-35 (35 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 33.3-liter capacity liquid nitrogen container with evaporation loss of 0.3 L/day and a holding time of 111 days.
• Cryocan BA-42 (45 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 41.9-liter capacity liquid nitrogen container with canister outer diameter of 72mm, 11 canisters, and 124 days holding time.
• Cryocan J12 Jumbo (Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 47.3-liter jumbo capacity liquid nitrogen container with single canister design and 120mm neck diameter, suitable for bulk storage applications.
• Cryocan DS-1 (Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 0.9-liter capacity cryocan for cryogenic storage of biological material with focus on long-term preservation and turn-key Cryobank management systems.
• Cryocan BA-2X (2.5 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 2.5-liter capacity cryocan with outer diameter of 175mm and 18 days holding time; BIS certified for IS:11552 standards for biological application.
• Cryocan TA-1.5 (Transportation Liquid Nitrogen Container) A compact 1.5-liter transportation container for transporting liquid nitrogen safely.
• Cryocan TA-26 (25 Litre Transportation Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 25.5-liter transportation container with outer diameter of 400mm, evaporation loss of 0.25 L/day, and 102 days holding time; priced at ₹19,500.
• Cryocan TA-35 (35 Litre Transportation Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 35-liter capacity transportation container for transporting cryogenic biological samples.
• Cryocan TA-55 (55 Litre Transportation Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 51.5-liter transportation container with container length of 2.35 feet, outer diameter of 460mm, and 120 days holding time.
• Cryogem PS 1.5 (2 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A rated 5-star 2-liter cryogem liquid nitrogen container, highly demanded for cryogenic storage applications; priced at ₹7,500.
• Cryogem PS-3 (3 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 4-liter capacity dry container made of aluminum alloy for liquid nitrogen storage with container length of 1.5 feet; priced at ₹9,000.
• Cryogem PS-7 (7 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 7-liter cryogem liquid nitrogen container with 60 days static holding time and 0.13 L/day static evaporation loss; features 6 canisters with height of 120/280mm.
• Cryogem PS-10 (10 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 10-liter cryogem container with 84 days static holding time, 0.13 L/day static evaporation loss, and canister OD of 38mm.
• Cryogem PS-21 (21 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 21-liter cryogem container with 6 canisters, empty weight of 11.6 kg, full weight of 28.4 kg, and 182 days static holding time; made of aluminum alloy.
• Cryogem PS-34 (35 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 34.2-liter cryogem container with 6 canisters, empty weight of 15 kg, full weight of 42.4 kg, 297 days static holding time, and 0.115 L/day static evaporation loss.
• Cryogem PM-25 (25 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 25.7-liter cryogem transport container with 103 days static holding time, 0.25 L/day static evaporation loss, and 200mm blade sweep.
• Cryogem PM-34 (35 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 35-liter cryogem transport container in white color with empty weight of 14.5 kg and full weight of 42 kg.
• Cryogem PM-54 (54 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 50-liter capacity cryogem liquid nitrogen container for industrial use, in sky blue color with 2.5 feet container length.
• Cryogem PB-90 (90 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 90-liter cryogem liquid nitrogen container designed for transferring biological samples with light, portable, and economical features and lower static evaporation loss.
• Cryogem PB-120 (120 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A large-capacity cryogem container with 11 canisters, 128 days static holding time, and 0.37 L/day evaporation rate for bulk sample storage.
• Inox IDS-1 (1 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 1-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container from INOX (INOXCVA) for semen storage applications.
• Inox IX-2 (2 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 2-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container with specifications comparable to the BA-2X cryocan.
• Inox IR-3 (3 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 3-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container with double-wall vacuum and super insulation for long-term storage of liquid nitrogen and ultra-low temperature preservation of biological samples; priced at ₹7,300.
• Inox IR-7 (7 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 7-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container featuring double-wall vacuum and super insulation for long-term nitrogen storage and AI applications.
• Inox IR-10 (10 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 10-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container for cryogenic storage of biological samples.
• Inox IX-20 (20 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 20-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container designed for transferring biological samples with repeatable nitrogen duration and cost-effective design.
• Inox IX-35 (35 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 35-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container with cryogenic construction for transferring and storing biological samples.
• Inox IX-47 (47 Litre Cryoseal Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 47-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container designed for small-capacity storage and transferring of biological samples.
• Inox IN-30 (30 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 30-liter open-top cryoseal liquid nitrogen container made of metal and fiber; BIS Certified with ISI marking, featuring Japanese technology for the lowest evaporation loss.
• Inox IN-50 (50 Litre Liquid Nitrogen Container) A 50-liter cryoseal liquid nitrogen container made of metal and fiber with aluminum alloy construction and molded plastic caps and covers; priced at ₹24,000.
• Artificial Insemination Sheaths (AI Sheaths) Medical-grade plastic AI sheaths for accurate semen placement during artificial insemination; pre-lubricated, individually wrapped, universal fit for standard AI guns; available in packs of 50, 100, and 500 at ₹60 per unit.
• Stainless Steel AI Gun A stainless steel artificial insemination gun with wire lock mechanism for cattle AI procedures; tapered head design for secure sheath attachment and easy placement; priced at ₹2,000 per unit.
• Frozen Animal Semen (Bovine Semen) Ready-to-use frozen animal semen with minimum 20-30 million motile sperm and 50-70% progressive motility per vial; QC tested for IUI/IVF applications, sourced from disease-free bulls at semen stations.
• Cow Mat (Dairy Farm Rubber Mat) Natural rubber cow mats available in MRF, Hariyana Shakti, and Jindal brands; sized 4ft–4.5ft wide x 7ft–7.5ft long; designed to prevent slippage and improve cow comfort in dairy farms; priced at ₹2,000 (no cash on delivery).

Quantifiable outcome

• Products maintain temperatures as low as -196°C to -210°C for cryogenic storage
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• IMV Technologies: Global manufacturer of artificial insemination equipment (AI guns, sheaths, embryo transfer devices) that competes with the AI equipment portion of UPADI's catalog. IMV is the dominant global brand and could win the same veterinary and dairy customers UPADI serves.
• Inox Air Products (InoxCVA): Indian manufacturer of cryogenic liquid nitrogen containers (Inox Cryoseal brand) that UPADI resells. InoxCVA also sells directly to large customers, putting it in direct competition with UPADI for enterprise and government accounts.
• Cryogem Equipment: Indian manufacturer of the Cryogem brand liquid nitrogen containers that UPADI claims to be the largest distributor of in Uttar Pradesh. Cryogem's own direct sales and alternate distributors compete with UPADI on price and availability.
• IndianOil (Cryocan / IBP / BG-Cryo): IndianOil's cryogenic division (formerly IBP/BG-Cryo) manufactures the Cryocan brand liquid nitrogen containers that are UPADI's largest product line. IndianOil sells through multiple channels and can bypass distributors like UPADI for direct supply to large buyers.

Broad incumbents

• Taylor-Wharton: Established global manufacturer of cryogenic storage equipment (LN2 dewars, dry shippers) for life sciences, animal husbandry, and industrial gas applications. Competes with the same Cryocan/Cryogem/InoxCVA brands UPADI distributes in India via alternate import channels.
• HOF Sonderanlagenbau: German specialist in cryogenic liquid nitrogen containers and AI storage equipment, including straws and accessories for animal breeding. Competes with the same European-imported equipment that competes with UPADI's domestic-brand distribution in India.
• Worthington Industries (Cryo-Science): Manufacturer of pressurized cylinders and cryogenic storage solutions serving industrial gas, life sciences, and animal husbandry markets. Overlaps with UPADI's product line through its cryogenic storage portfolio.
• Genus ABS: World-leading cattle genetics and AI services company (part of Genus plc). Competes with UPADI indirectly through its integrated bull stud, semen distribution, and AI program offerings that may bundle LN2 storage and equipment supply.
• MVE (Chart Industries): Global leader in cryogenic storage and LN2 containers for biological samples (formerly MVE Bio). Competes with UPADI in India through its broader portfolio of high-end LN2 tanks, though focused on larger lab/biobank customers than UPADI's dairy-heavy mix.

Emerging players

• State Cryogenic Equipment (India): Indian domestic manufacturer of cryogenic storage equipment serving the same dairy AI and lab storage market as UPADI. As an emerging domestic producer, it represents both a potential supplier and a competing distribution channel to UPADI's installed customer base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCWtUxqVfDdjVz9P0mbn1NSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/upadi

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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 →

Frequently asked questions about UPADI