Tianjin Zhipu Instrument
Focuses on the industrial development of mass spectrometry instruments.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
* | CNY20.0m | Seed | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Tianjin Zhipu Instrument Co., Ltd. operates as a technology-driven enterprise focused on the development and production of mass spectrometry instruments. The company was officially established in April 2021, spinning out of the Tianjin University Wang Yan Mass Spectrometry Scientific Research Team to concentrate on the industrialization of mass spectrometer technologies. This core team carries a legacy of nearly 40 years of research and technical expertise in the field of mass spectrometry, originating from Tianjin University.
The founding team began its industrialization efforts in 2014, leading to the successful development of various instruments, including immunofluorescence and chemiluminescence analyzers. A significant achievement occurred in 2021 with the technical breakthrough and product development of a medical-grade triple quadrupole mass spectrometer, which obtained a Class II medical device registration certificate from the CFDA. The company is led by Chairman and General Manager Dr. Han Wennian, who holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Tianjin University and has extensive experience in developing various types of mass spectrometers. Professor Wang Yan from Tianjin University serves as the chief scientific advisor.
Tianjin Zhipu Instrument designs, manufactures, and sells a range of high-end analytical instruments. Its product portfolio includes liquid chromatograph-mass spectrometers (LC-MS), gas chromatograph-mass spectrometers, high-resolution quadrupole time-of-flight (QTOF) mass spectrometers, and triple quadrupole liquid chromatograph-mass spectrometers. The company serves markets such as medical testing, food and drug inspection, and public safety. The business model involves direct sales of its instruments and consumables, alongside providing comprehensive services. These services include OEM/ODM for mass spectrometers, clinical and laboratory solutions, and value-added maintenance services for both their own and imported instruments.
The company's core competencies are rooted in its in-house capabilities for developing critical mass spectrometer components, such as ion sources, mass analyzers, and detectors. This vertical integration allows them to cater to analytical needs ranging from inorganic elements to large protein molecules. In December 2022, the company secured a significant angel round of financing in the tens of millions of yuan, led by Suzhou Inses Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., to fuel new product development and team expansion.
Keywords: mass spectrometry, analytical instruments, liquid chromatography, medical devices, scientific instruments, QTOF, triple quadrupole, clinical diagnostics, laboratory equipment, OEM services, ODM services, food safety testing, environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical analysis, life sciences, instrument manufacturing, Tianjin University, Han Wennian, Wang Yan, analytical solutions