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CHI BOTANIC INC

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Chi Botanic uses plant cell culture to grow plant compounds and ingredients in a lab without soil or pesticides, producing products such as cell-cultured Aloe vera, vanilla, and citrus. It supplies these sustainably produced plant-based ingredients to industries seeking consistent, high-quality plant compounds.

Founders & leadership

JM
Jon MeuserCo-founder & CEO
RJ
Robert JinkersonCo-founder & CSA
JM
Jonathan Meuser, PhDFounder

Investors · 1

Non-dilutive funding · 3 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
Department of Agriculture (USDA)Phase I2023$175K
Department of Agriculture (USDA)Phase II2021$600K
Department of Agriculture (USDA)Phase I2020$100K

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.

Frequently asked questions

What does CHI BOTANIC INC do?
Chi Botanic uses plant cell culture to grow plant compounds and ingredients in a lab without soil or pesticides, producing products such as cell-cultured Aloe vera, vanilla, and citrus. It supplies these sustainably produced plant-based ingredients to industries seeking consistent, high-quality plant compounds.
Who founded CHI BOTANIC INC?
CHI BOTANIC INC was founded by Jon Meuser, Robert Jinkerson, Jonathan Meuser, PhD.
Who are CHI BOTANIC INC's investors?
CHI BOTANIC INC's investors include SOSV.