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Sparxell

Founded 2023 · 24 employees on LinkedIn · 11 known investors

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Sparxell designs, engineers, and manufactures plant-based colorants using cellulose, including biomimetic pigments, biodegradable glitter, powders, pearls, foils, and specialty shapes such as sequins. Its products are aimed at high-end consumer product applications, offering an alternative to synthetic dyes, mica, and titania.

Founders & leadership

Sparxell was founded in 2023 by Benjamin Droguet.

BDBenjamin Droguet
Benjamin DroguetFounder & CEOBenjamin Droguet developed a more sustainable method for producing colors while part of the Bio-Inspired Photonics group at the University of Cambridge. He is the founder of Sparxell, which makes plant-based, cellulose-derived colorants as an alternative to synthetic dyes and pigments.
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Silvia VignoliniFounder

Investors · 11

Also in the syndicate · 2

Alpha Star CapitalCambridge Enterprise Ventures

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$5M disclosed across 1 of 3 rounds · 2024–2026

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Frequently asked questions

What does Sparxell do?
Sparxell designs, engineers, and manufactures plant-based colorants using cellulose, including biomimetic pigments, biodegradable glitter, powders, pearls, foils, and specialty shapes such as sequins. Its products are aimed at high-end consumer product applications, offering an alternative to synthetic dyes, mica, and titania.
Who founded Sparxell?
Sparxell was founded by Benjamin Droguet in 2023.
Who are Sparxell's investors?
Sparxell's investors include Circular Innovation Fund, Earth Venture Capital, Granatus Ventures, Joyance Partners, Triple Ventures, Blue Ocean Capital Group, Cycle Capital, Higher Ground Labs and 1 more.
How much funding has Sparxell raised?
Sparxell has disclosed $5M raised across 1 of its 3 known rounds.