Eppendorf

Eppendorf is a global leader in life science research and laboratory technology, based in Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 1945, the company specializes in developing and manufacturing instruments, consumables, and services for laboratories, focusing on liquid handling, sample preparation, and bioprocessing. Eppendorf has a rich history of innovation, introducing key products like the first electronic thermometer and the Eppendorf Tubes®, which have become essential in laboratory settings. The company operates across Europe, Asia, and North America, with production and R&D sites and subsidiaries in 33 countries. Eppendorf's product portfolio includes microliter pipettes, automated pipetting systems, centrifuges, bioreactors, and laboratory automation solutions. Its customer base includes academic research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and biotechnology firms, supporting critical work in drug development, food safety testing, and environmental analysis. Eppendorf is committed to sustainability and ethical supply chains, continually advancing laboratory workflows in genomics and precision medicine.