Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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New Castle, Delaware
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Since 1990
TA Instruments, headquartered in New Castle, Delaware, makes analytical instruments for thermal analysis, rheology, microcalorimetry, and mechanical testing. Founded in 1990, the company employs an estimated 500 to 1,000 people, with estimated annual revenue of $250 to $500 million. It is a subsidiary of Waters Corporation. Its instruments serve pharmaceuticals, polymers, chemicals, automotive, electronics, and medical industries. In 2026 it introduced a Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter for battery materials research.
TA Instruments at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
1990
Headquarters
New Castle, Delaware
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
183
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
183
Named foreign suppliers
20
Top origins
Belgium · Netherlands · Sweden · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from TA Instruments.
What this tells a buyer
No customs records were available, and the company's most recent public activity is the introduction of a Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter, announced on June 9, 2026.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and lists batteries, seals, electronics, and rubber among its product areas.
TA Instruments is a subsidiary of Waters Corporation and reports its primary capability as batteries and e-mobility.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
36 years in operation (founded 1990).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
TA Instruments, headquartered in New Castle, Delaware, makes analytical instruments for thermal analysis, rheology, microcalorimetry, and mechanical testing. Founded in 1990, the company employs an estimated 500 to 1,000 people, with estimated annual revenue of $250 to $500 million. It is a subsidiary of Waters Corporation. Its instruments serve pharmaceuticals, polymers, chemicals, automotive, electronics, and medical industries. In 2026 it introduced a Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter for battery materials research.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1990 |
Headquarters | New Castle, Delaware |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What TA Instruments makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications and lists batteries, seals, electronics, and rubber among its product areas.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Battery, Seal, Electronics, Rubber (source: tainstruments.com).
Certifications
TA Instruments is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — tainstruments.com
ISO 14001 — tainstruments.com
ISO 9001 — tainstruments.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs records were available, and the company's most recent public activity is the introduction of a Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter, announced on June 9, 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 183 inbound shipments across 20 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Netherlands · Sweden · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-10-07 — News & Info - TA Instruments (tainstruments.com)
2026-06-09 — Introducing the Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter - TA Instruments (tainstruments.com)
2026-03-10 — Waters Flagship ARES‑G3 Rheometer Sets New Benchmark for Data Quality at Breakthrough Speed - TA Instruments (tainstruments.com)
2026-01-20 — Introducing the ARES-G3™: Engineered for Rheological Excellence - TA Instruments (tainstruments.com)
2025-01-22 — Innovative Waters TGA Smart-Seal Pans Enable Lower Cost, More Efficient Benchtop Analysis of Atmosphere-Sensitive Materials - TA Instruments (tainstruments.com)
Facilities
TA Instruments is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware. Public sources also reference these locations:
Delaware — nist.gov
Company details
TA Instruments is a subsidiary of Waters Corporation and reports its primary capability as batteries and e-mobility. TA Instruments was founded in 1990, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 36 years in operation (founded 1990). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does TA Instruments make?
TA Instruments, headquartered in New Castle, Delaware, makes analytical instruments for thermal analysis, rheology, microcalorimetry, and mechanical testing. Founded in 1990, the company employs an estimated 500 to 1,000 people, with estimated annual revenue of $250 to $500 million. It is a subsidiary of Waters Corporation. Its instruments serve pharmaceuticals, polymers, chemicals, automotive, electronics, and medical industries. In 2026 it introduced a Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter for battery materials research.
Where is TA Instruments headquartered?
TA Instruments is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware (159 Lukens Dr, New Castle, Delaware, 19720).
When was TA Instruments founded?
TA Instruments was founded in 1990.
How big is TA Instruments?
TA Instruments has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does TA Instruments hold?
TA Instruments lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does TA Instruments import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 183 inbound shipments for TA Instruments, with top origins including Belgium · Netherlands · Sweden · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 302-427-4000
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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