Michroma
Founded 2019 · 34 employees on LinkedIn · 16 known investors
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Michroma uses industrial biotechnology and fermentation to produce natural food colorants, offering an alternative to petrochemical-derived synthesis, plant extraction, and animal-based ingredients. It serves food and consumer product companies seeking healthier and more sustainable ingredients.
Founders & leadership
Michroma was founded in 2019 by Ricky Cassini and Mauricio Braia.

Investors · 16
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Also in the syndicate · 5
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$6.4M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2023
- $6.4Mseed roundFeb 2023 · 3 sources
Supply Change Capital (lead), Be8 Ventures, Boro Capital, CJ CheilJedang, FEN Ventures, GRIDX, Groundswell Ventures, HackCapital, New Luna Ventures, Portfolia's Food & Ag Tech Fund, Siddhi Capital, SOSV's IndieBio, The Mills Fabrica
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Michroma do?
- Michroma uses industrial biotechnology and fermentation to produce natural food colorants, offering an alternative to petrochemical-derived synthesis, plant extraction, and animal-based ingredients. It serves food and consumer product companies seeking healthier and more sustainable ingredients.
- Who founded Michroma?
- Michroma was founded by Ricky Cassini, Mauricio Braia in 2019.
- Who are Michroma's investors?
- Michroma's investors include Boro Capital, GRIDX, Portfolia, Siddhi Capital, SOSV, SUPPLY CHANGE CAPITAL, Sur Ventures, Be8 Ventures and 3 more.
- How much funding has Michroma raised?
- Michroma has disclosed $6.4M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.







