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Akorn
Berkeley, US · Founded 2019 · 1 known investors
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Akorn Technology develops 100% natural edible coatings for fresh produce that slow ripening, reduce moisture loss, and inhibit microorganisms to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. It serves producers and retailers across the produce supply chain to reduce food waste.
Founders & leadership
Akorn was founded in 2019 by Antonios Zografos.
Investors · 1
How we know: UM6P Ventures's portfolio page · funding news · press coverage · Not right? Tell us
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$300K disclosed across 1 round · 2022
▶$300KraisedJun 2022 · 1 investors · AgricultureRule 506(b)
- Antonios ZografosExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $2M
- Amount sold
- $300K
- First sale
- Jun 2022
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2019
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2021 | $256K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Akorn do?
- Akorn Technology develops 100% natural edible coatings for fresh produce that slow ripening, reduce moisture loss, and inhibit microorganisms to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. It serves producers and retailers across the produce supply chain to reduce food waste.
- Who founded Akorn?
- Akorn was founded by Antonios Zografos in 2019.
- Who are Akorn's investors?
- Akorn's investors include UM6P Ventures.
- How much funding has Akorn raised?
- Akorn has disclosed $300K raised across 1 round.
- Where is Akorn headquartered?
- Akorn is headquartered in Berkeley, US.