New Materials Startups

Tensar, a CMC division, manufactures geogrid technology for soil stabilization and ground reinforcement in civil construction and engineering projects. Their polymer-based solutions are used to stabilize roadways, railways, and other infrastructure while offering faster installation, lower lifecycle costs, and improved sustainability compared to conventional methods.

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TeraPore develops nanofiltration products based on tunable self-assembled block copolymer technology to address complex separation challenges in biopharmaceutical production and semiconductor manufacturing. The company serves customers in human health and high-performance computing applications and is based in the San Francisco Bay area.

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Termanox develops a sustainable cooling water treatment based on a biodegradable film-forming product (Blueterm®) that combats micro and macro fouling while reducing traditional chemical use by more than 95%. It offers consultancy, products, and complete treatment systems for industrial cooling water challenges, with a focus on lowering environmental footprint and contributing to sustainability goals.

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TerraBarrier develops coatings and materials technology to combat high-temperature corrosion and enable green hydrogen and green ammonia applications, helping industrial partners extend component lifetimes and reduce waste. It targets the renewable energy and hydrogen infrastructure sector.

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TerraSafe develops plastic-free barrier packaging solutions using natural materials and biocomposites for food and beverage applications. The company creates moisture-resistant and grease-resistant coatings, films, and edible alternatives derived from natural building blocks.

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Terravive makes American-manufactured, compostable food service products certified as ocean-degradable and compostable as an alternative to traditional plastics. The company serves the food service market and is a woman-, minority-, and veteran-owned business based in the United States.

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TerraWaste develops htloop®, a modular hydrothermal process that uses high-temperature, high-pressure water to convert low-quality mixed waste plastics and biomass into near-naphtha oil for use as petrochemical feedstock. It targets waste handlers and petrochemical companies, aiming to enable plastics recirculation and reduced CO2 while competing economically with fossil oil.

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Tessellate 2D manufactures defect-free, single-crystal monolayer (2D) semiconductors using a top-down metal-stamp exfoliation method that isolates atomic-scale monolayers from bulk crystals. It currently supplies macroscopic TMD monolayers to research customers and semiconductor manufacturers, with a roadmap toward wafer-scale (50–300 mm) production for continued transistor scaling.

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Tessellated Inc. develops high tensile-strength engineered composite thin films produced via roll-to-roll manufacturing, working with U.S. defense and government agencies on applications including aircraft, body armor, ballistic protection, and lighter vehicles for emissions reduction. Developed in partnership with the University of Notre Dame, the material targets aerospace, defense, and energy markets.

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TETOS is a manufacturer of deposition materials and sputtering equipment, including solder balls, conductive balls, EMI shield film, and roll-to-roll (RTR) deposition systems, and describes itself as a 3D sputtering specialist. It develops ion-beam surface treatment, sputtering and plating processes, nano-sputtering technology, and FPCB production for applications such as micro-LED and electronics substrates.

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TEVO Creations provides technology solutions in chemistry, engineering, and nanotechnology, offering strategic technology sourcing, private labelling, product customization, and R&D. The company develops nanotechnology-based products including automotive coatings, surface disinfectants, and building products.

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PCC Energy Group manufactures corrosion-resistant oil country tubular goods (OCTG), including production tubing and casing made from advanced nickel and duplex alloys, for use in demanding offshore oil and gas environments. Its products are produced to ISO 13680 and API 5 CRA standards in large diameters and lengths for operators facing corrosive conditions.

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Texbond produces spunbond nonwoven fabrics for the absorbent hygiene products industry, supplying materials used as top sheets, back sheets, waistbands and side panels in items such as diapers. Its fabrics emphasize softness, fiber distribution and consistent physical properties for cover stock applications.

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Texélan makes decorative tiles, acoustic panels, shelves, and mannequin busts by shredding unsold clothing and textiles that would otherwise be landfilled and transforming them into new products. The company operates a circular upcycling process, taking back its products at end of life to re-grind and reuse the material.

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texlock makes textile bicycle locks that combine multi-layer high-tech fibers with an integrated steel core for theft protection while remaining flexible and lightweight. The company, based in Leipzig, Germany, positions itself as the inventor of the textile lock and produces its locks in-house for urban cyclists.

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TexPower manufactures cobalt-free lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and nickel manganese aluminum (NMA) cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Based in Houston, Texas, it operates a pilot cathode facility and supplies the U.S. battery supply chain with plans to scale production capacity.

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Tex Tech Industries develops and supplies high-performance materials for diverse industries including aerospace, automotive, protective apparel, and filtration. The company serves customers across sectors requiring advanced material solutions.

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Manufacturer of performance scrubs with moisture-wicking and antimicrobial properties for healthcare professionals. The company produces four-way stretch scrub sets using proprietary fabric technology engineered for durability and comfort during long shifts.

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The Mulch & Soil Company manufactures and distributes landscape mulch and soil products, including the signature FloriMulch brand made from invasive melaleuca trees, serving the lawn and garden industry across Florida. The company operates four production plants in Florida and maintains its own trucking fleet.

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The New Forests Company operates sustainable timber plantations and processing facilities in East Africa, producing treated timber products for markets across the region. The company manages approximately 30,000 hectares of FSC-certified planted forests and operates pole treatment plants and sawmills that serve Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Mozambique, Burundi, Malawi, the DRC, and Zambia.

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The SMART Tire Company develops non-pneumatic tires using shape memory alloy technology licensed from NASA for commercial vehicles and transportation applications. The company applies this spring tire technology—originally developed for space rovers—to terrestrial vehicles, integrating specialized rubber compounds for various tire sizes and tread performance.

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TheCarbon Studio develops carbon materials using nanometer-scale carbon structure design technology and provides material solutions to client companies. It applies proprietary processing methods aimed at supporting carbon neutrality goals.

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A Chinese aerospace thermal management company that manufactures heat-resistant coatings, insulating films, porous materials, and phase-change systems for satellites and rockets. The company has applied its proprietary coatings to over 10 satellites and operates an automated production line for aerospace heat pipes.

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Thermalytica develops advanced aerogel-based thermal insulation materials and EB-PVD coatings used to improve energy efficiency and protect components in high-temperature environments. Its products serve industrial and commercial applications such as buildings, poultry farms, and data centers.

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