Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Hamburg, Hamburg
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Since 1945
Eppendorf makes laboratory instruments, consumables, and services, including pipettes, centrifuges, and spectrometers. It is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and was founded in 1945. The company has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1-5B. It is privately held and serves pharmaceutical, biotech, and food industries as well as academic and research laboratories. In July 2026, it announced an investment of RM180 million in its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang, Malaysia.
Eppendorf at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1945
Headquarters
Hamburg, Hamburg
Certifications
ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
5832
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
5832
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Iceland · Netherlands · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Eppendorf.
What this tells a buyer
Eppendorf announced in July 2026 that it would invest RM180 million in its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang, Malaysia, and signed a lease for the site.
Eppendorf holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001 certifications and organizes its offerings into liquid handling, cell handling, and sample handling divisions.
The company reports a workforce of over 4,600 employees across 30 countries and serves both academic and industrial research customers.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
81 years in operation (founded 1945).
Holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Eppendorf makes laboratory instruments, consumables, and services, including pipettes, centrifuges, and spectrometers. It is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and was founded in 1945. The company has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1-5B. It is privately held and serves pharmaceutical, biotech, and food industries as well as academic and research laboratories. In July 2026, it announced an investment of RM180 million in its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang, Malaysia.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1945 |
Headquarters | Hamburg, Hamburg |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Eppendorf makes
Eppendorf holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001 certifications and organizes its offerings into liquid handling, cell handling, and sample handling divisions.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Plastic (source: eppendorf.com).
Certifications
Eppendorf is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — eppendorf.com
ISO 14001 — eppendorf.com
ISO 9001 — eppendorf.com
Trade and customs footprint
Eppendorf announced in July 2026 that it would invest RM180 million in its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang, Malaysia, and signed a lease for the site. US customs bill-of-lading records list 5832 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Iceland · Netherlands · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-10-20 — Eppendorf and BioLabs expand collaboration to support biotech innovation in Munich - Eppendorf US (eppendorf.com)
2026-09-22 — Eppendorf introduces the new SpinPro® 8 R high-speed centrifuge - Eppendorf US (eppendorf.com)
2026-07-29 — Eppendorf inks lease for first Southeast Asia plant in Penang (nst.com.my)
2026-07-29 — Eppendorf to invest RM180m in first South-east Asian manufacturing plant in Penang | Malay Mail (malaymail.com)
2025-10-16 — Eppendorf Poland Sp. z o.o. secures contract for Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses), Shakers and accessories (htsyndication.com)
2025-07-21 — DKSH Technology to Acquire Eppendorf’s Direct Presence in Thailand (dksh.com)
Company details
The company reports a workforce of over 4,600 employees across 30 countries and serves both academic and industrial research customers. Eppendorf was founded in 1945, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Hamburg, Hamburg. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 81 years in operation (founded 1945). Holds ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Eppendorf make?
Eppendorf makes laboratory instruments, consumables, and services, including pipettes, centrifuges, and spectrometers. It is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, and was founded in 1945. The company has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1-5B. It is privately held and serves pharmaceutical, biotech, and food industries as well as academic and research laboratories. In July 2026, it announced an investment of RM180 million in its first Southeast Asian manufacturing plant in Penang, Malaysia.
Where is Eppendorf headquartered?
Eppendorf is headquartered in Hamburg, Hamburg (1 Barkhausenweg, Hamburg, Hamburg, 22339).
When was Eppendorf founded?
Eppendorf was founded in 1945.
How big is Eppendorf?
Eppendorf has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Eppendorf hold?
Eppendorf lists ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Eppendorf import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 5832 inbound shipments for Eppendorf, with top origins including Germany · Iceland · Netherlands · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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