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Merck buys food safety testing specialist BioControl

The deal will enable Merck to offer complete workflow solutions for food pathogen testing

BioControl’s food safety testing lab
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BioControl’s food safety testing lab

BS B2B Bureau Darmstadt, Germany
The Germany-based Merck has acquired BioControl Systems Inc, one of the leading companies in innovative rapid microbiology tests for food safety. The acquisition opens growth opportunities for Merck in the food and beverage space; particularly in the US. 

BioControl’s established rapid detection technology and third-party validated testing platforms complement Merck’s portfolio of instruments and consumables in its applied solutions business geared to the food pathogen testing workflow.

“BioControl’s acquisition strengthens our ability to help customers protect the global food supply by providing an expansive portfolio of state-of-the-art testing technology. BioControl’s innovative assays and validated kits, when combined with Merck’s strengths in microbiology,