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Karl Kaps

Aßlar, Hessen, Germany

Ownership: Private
Employees: ~33
Development stage: Other

Overview

Karl Kaps is a German medical device manufacturer focused on surgical and diagnostic microscopes for dental and medical applications. Founded in 1946 in Aßlar, Germany, the company serves clinicians in areas including dentistry, ENT, ophthalmology, microsurgery, and gynecology, and emphasizes German-made optical engineering and customized microscope solutions. Its products are commercial-stage devices rather than therapeutic drug programs. Karl Kaps was acquired by Lifco in December 2025 and is being consolidated within Lifco's Dental business area while continuing to operate as an active business.

Therapeutic areas: Women's HealthOphthalmologyOther
Modalities: Device
Industry: Surgical Medical Devices

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