Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Murrieta, California
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Since 1994
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. manufactures pre-analytical sample collection and processing products for microbiology, including flocked swabs, transport media, and automated specimen processing systems. The company is headquartered in Murrieta, California, was founded in 1994, and is a subsidiary of the Italy-based Copan Group. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people, with estimated annual revenue in the $250 million to $500 million range. Its products serve bacteriology, virology, forensics, and clinical laboratories. In February 2026, the company received FDA 510(k) clearance for its PhenoMATRIX digital microbiology system.
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1994
Headquarters
Murrieta, California
Certifications
ISO 13485 · ISO 9001
Import activity
153
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
153
Named foreign suppliers
10
Top origins
Italy · Spain · Portugal · Thailand
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Copan Diagnostics, Inc..
What this tells a buyer
The most recent reported development is the UTM-RT transport system being made in the USA and expanding, as published on the company's website in September 2026.
The company holds ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certifications and produces patented FLOQSwabs, ESwab and UTM transport systems, and the WASPLab automated specimen processing system.
Copan Diagnostics is a subsidiary of the Italy-based Copan Group, and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
32 years in operation (founded 1994).
Holds ISO 13485, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. manufactures pre-analytical sample collection and processing products for microbiology, including flocked swabs, transport media, and automated specimen processing systems. The company is headquartered in Murrieta, California, was founded in 1994, and is a subsidiary of the Italy-based Copan Group. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people, with estimated annual revenue in the $250 million to $500 million range. Its products serve bacteriology, virology, forensics, and clinical laboratories. In February 2026, the company received FDA 510(k) clearance for its PhenoMATRIX digital microbiology system.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1994 |
Headquarters | Murrieta, California |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 |
What Copan Diagnostics, Inc. makes
The company holds ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certifications and produces patented FLOQSwabs, ESwab and UTM transport systems, and the WASPLab automated specimen processing system.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Plastic (source: copanusa.com).
Certifications
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — copanusa.com
ISO 9001 — copanusa.com
Trade and customs footprint
The most recent reported development is the UTM-RT transport system being made in the USA and expanding, as published on the company's website in September 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 153 inbound shipments across 10 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Italy · Spain · Portugal · Thailand.
Latest developments
2026-09-23 — UTM-RT® Is Made in the USA, and Expanding | Copan (copanusa.com)
2026-02-12 — PhenoMATRIX® Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance: Advancing Digital Microbiology with Confidence | COPAN (copanusa.com)
2026-01-09 — Copan WASPLab Post Warranty Services and Phenomatrix - Tender Notice | CanadaBuys (canada.ca)
2025-12-02 — Copan’s Medical Device Hub in Puerto Rico - InvestPR (investpr.org)
2025-10-20 — New UK partnership delivers Copan swabs to NHS laboratories ahead of winter surge (pathologyinpractice.com)
2025-10-02 — Copan stakes its future on domestic production growth (manufacturing-today.com)
Company details
Copan Diagnostics is a subsidiary of the Italy-based Copan Group, and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure. Copan Diagnostics, Inc. was founded in 1994, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Murrieta, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 32 years in operation (founded 1994). Holds ISO 13485, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Copan Diagnostics, Inc. make?
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. manufactures pre-analytical sample collection and processing products for microbiology, including flocked swabs, transport media, and automated specimen processing systems. The company is headquartered in Murrieta, California, was founded in 1994, and is a subsidiary of the Italy-based Copan Group. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people, with estimated annual revenue in the $250 million to $500 million range. Its products serve bacteriology, virology, forensics, and clinical laboratories. In February 2026, the company received FDA 510(k) clearance for its PhenoMATRIX digital microbiology system.
Where is Copan Diagnostics, Inc. headquartered?
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. is headquartered in Murrieta, California (26055 Jefferson Ave, Murrieta, California, 92562-6983).
When was Copan Diagnostics, Inc. founded?
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. was founded in 1994.
How big is Copan Diagnostics, Inc.?
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Copan Diagnostics, Inc. hold?
Copan Diagnostics, Inc. lists ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Copan Diagnostics, Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 153 inbound shipments for Copan Diagnostics, Inc., with top origins including Italy · Spain · Portugal · Thailand.
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