Akron Biotechnology, LLC., Partners with Austin Chemical Company, Inc. for US B2B Distribution

BOCA RATON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Akron Biotechnology, LLC announces its 2009 alliances starting with Austin Chemical Company, Inc., with the intention to expand its reach to the B2B clients in the biotech, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic industries.

Austin Chemical provides global sales, marketing, and distribution services for its partner manufacturers including import/export, storage, shipping and invoicing. Founded in 1976, Austin currently distributes more than 8,000 products supplied by 115 manufacturers, to over 1,300 clients worldwide.

Akron Biotech, a leader in providing the finest raw materials for the next generation in pharmaceuticals and biotech, has partnered with Austin to represent its full catalogue, including Akron’s line of animal and human products, reagents (recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies, etc.), and serum-free media, among others. All products are sold in bulk packaging at significant cost savings to fit the needs of the B2B market.

“This will provide a great opportunity for both companies,” says CEO and Co-Founder Dr. Claudia Zylberberg, “Akron’s high quality products and Austin’s excellent reputation and established presence creates a mutually beneficial relationship.”

“Austin has been in the business of bridging business and science for over 30 years,” adds Samuel M. Ponticelli, Chairman & CEO of Austin, “mainly focusing on representing chemical manufacturers, we see changes in the industry, and realize that an expanded biotech products portfolio as offered by a high quality source, like Akron, will answer the demands of our customers.”

Austin Chemical will be exhibiting at INFORMEX - San Francisco - January 27 - 30, 2009, Booth# 1940, and will be featuring Akron Biotech and launching its products during that show.

About Akron Biotech

Akron Biotech is an innovative biotechnology company focused on providing its worldwide customers best-in-class cell culture products for superior Research and Product Development in the Cell Biology, Immunology, Pharmaceutical and Diagnostic fields.

For a complete list of all products visit our website at www.akronbiotech.com or contact us at Akron Biotechnology, 3998 FAU Blvd., Suite 210, Boca Raton, FL 33431, Ph/Fax: 561.750.6120/561.750.6140.