Research Products International (RPI) Acquires AG Scientific, Inc.
March 8, 2021
Research Products International (RPI), a family-owned life-science products manufacturer and distributor, has acquired AG Scientific, Inc., a San Diego–based supplier of biochemical raw materials and laboratory reagents. AG Scientific will continue operating from its San Diego site as AG Scientific Holdings, LLC under RPI to expand RPI's U.S. footprint and global sourcing network for biochemical supplies.
- Buyers
- Research Products International (RPI)
- Targets
- AG Scientific, Inc.
- Industry
- Biotechnology
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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