Direct to Consumer Startups

Kalsoni is a lifestyle brand that designs and sells modest activewear for women and girls who prioritize faith-based and cultural inclusivity in their athletic wear. The company serves the activewear and sportswear market by offering clothing that combines functionality, comfort, and alignment with wearers' values around modesty.

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KangaROOS is a footwear brand operated by Pentland USA Inc., a subsidiary of Pentland Brands plc, selling shoes and related products through its website. The KangaROOS name and Kangaroo device are trademarks used under licence from Asco Group Limited.

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Kare Mobile operates a direct-to-consumer dental service delivery model through mobile units, aiming to increase access to oral healthcare across the country.

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KARE Granola makes and sells artisanal granola products in organic, gluten-free, and vegan formulations. The company offers individual flavored varieties and multi-pack starter boxes for direct consumer purchase.

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Kawa is a specialty coffee roaster based in Paris that sources beans directly from producers and roasts them for retail sale. It offers single-origin and micro-lot coffees through online sales and monthly subscriptions, with delivery across France and worldwide.

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Kayali is a beauty and cosmetics brand selling lip and body products, including tinted, scented lip balms and layerable fragrance and body items. It offers direct-to-consumer beauty routine products such as its Yum lip balm line.

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SOFACOMPANY is a Danish furniture brand that designs and manufactures modern sofas, armchairs, and lounge furniture in Scandinavian style, selling directly to consumers without intermediaries. The company works with KEEPR to extend the life of returned items and discontinued designs.

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Keeros offers healthy snack products, positioning itself in the healthy snacks market.

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Kenyan Originals is a craft beverage maker that produces ciders, gins, tonics, and iced teas using Kenyan fruit and botanicals. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on authentic African drinks made with local ingredients.

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kēpos produces a microbiome health supplement formulated to support digestive health, developed in partnership with the University of Chicago. The product targets individuals seeking science-backed digestive wellness solutions.

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Keratin Complex manufactures hair care products, including shampoos, conditioners, and treatments formulated with keratin protein to protect and improve the health of treated and color-treated hair. The company serves consumers seeking professional-grade at-home hair care solutions.

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Kettle & Fire produces slow-simmered bone broths and soups made from carefully sourced ingredients and sold directly to consumers by the carton. It positions itself in the food and nutrition category, emphasizing nutrient-dense products.

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Kevyn Aucoin Beauty sells a skincare primer designed to create a smooth base for makeup application while providing hydration.

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Keya's Snacks produces spiced potato chips made with potatoes sourced from America and single-origin spices from India, targeting mainstream US consumers. The company is woman-owned and focuses on flavor-forward snacks blending Indian heritage with American ingredients.

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KHAITE is a luxury fashion brand that designs and sells clothing and accessories, including ready-to-wear apparel. The company operates physical retail stores and an e-commerce site in the United States.

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KHY is a fashion brand founded in 2023 and directed by Kylie Jenner, creating clothing collections that emphasize deliberate construction, contrast, and individual style through ethically manufactured pieces.

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Kickers is a footwear brand teasing an upcoming relaunch, inviting visitors to sign up for news about its launch and future collections. The site is in French.

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Kidfresh produces pre-made children's meals featuring familiar kid-friendly dishes like mac & cheese and chicken nuggets formulated with hidden vegetables and wholesome ingredients. The company targets parents seeking convenient, nutritious meal options that children will eat.

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Kiki Milk produces organic plant-based milk products made from whole food ingredients like oats, hemp seeds, and pumpkin seeds, marketed for children and families as a dairy-free, soy-free alternative.

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KIND is a consumer skincare and personal care brand offering soaps, body products, and cosmetics across multiple product lines including body care, face care, lip care, and scented products.

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Kind Water Systems manufactures UV water purification systems for residential homes, using ultraviolet light to eliminate bacteria, viruses, and pathogens from drinking water. The product is designed for homeowners seeking chemical-free disinfection with minimal maintenance and quick installation.

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Kinder's is a food brand offering heat-and-eat prepared foods such as wings and game-day eats, along with recipes for consumers. Founded as a butcher shop, it sells premium-quality meats and ready-to-eat meals.

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KinderFarms makes clean over-the-counter healthcare products for children under the KinderLyte and KinderMed brands, including electrolyte solutions and children's medicines that use real active medicine with cleaner inactive ingredients such as non-GMO dextrose and fruit/vegetable-based coloring. Its products are sold direct to consumers as family healthcare staples.

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Kinect builds an AI sales agent trained on a brand's catalog and policies to answer customer questions and sell on their website. The platform serves ecommerce brands seeking to capture intent data and meet customers wherever they ask questions, including through AI agents and shopping bots.

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