New Materials Startups

Innomost develops biobased raw materials from birch bark for use in cosmetics, packaging, coatings, adhesives, and industrial applications, replacing fossil-based alternatives. The company transforms forest industry byproducts into high-value ingredients for manufacturers seeking circular, renewable material solutions.

2 investors

Innophos provides a portfolio of ingredient solutions for baked goods manufacturers, helping them respond to market trends by extending shelf life, improving texture and protein fortification, and reducing waste.

2 investors

Inovar Packaging Group manufactures high-end labels, sleeves, and pouches using flexographic and digital printing technology. The company serves brand and packaging customers with custom printed packaging solutions.

2 investors

Inpria, a JSR company, designs and manufactures metal oxide EUV photoresists based on organometallic tin-oxide clusters for improved patterning resolution in chip production. It supplies semiconductor manufacturers that have adopted EUV lithography, producing its materials at a facility in Corvallis, Oregon.

2 investors

Insignia Technologies develops products using patented colour-changing inks and films that provide real-time visual indicators for applications such as patient safety and food waste reduction. Founded as a spinout from the University of Strathclyde, the company serves businesses across sectors including healthcare and food.

2 investors

InSpek develops integrated photonic sensing technologies for chemical detection applications, translating chip-scale spectroscopic techniques from research into commercial deployment.

2 investors

Intact Therapeutics is developing an advanced materials platform that uses smart gels to deliver and absorb drugs locally within the digestive tract. The company aims to improve treatment for a range of gastrointestinal disorders.

2 investors

Intematix develops and manufactures phosphor materials and solutions for LED solid-state lighting, serving display and general lighting markets across commercial and residential applications globally. The company's products enable LED manufacturers to improve light quality, efficacy, and system costs through a broad range of phosphor solutions.

2 investors

Interface Polymers develops Polarfin diblock copolymer additives used as compatibilisers, anti-fog dispersions, and adhesion promoters for polyolefin plastics. Its products enable recycling of multilayer flexible packaging and improve adhesion and painting of polypropylene, polyethylene, and composites for plastics manufacturers.

2 investors

Ionobell develops silicon-dominant battery technology using porous nano-particle silicon that can be integrated into existing manufacturing equipment, aimed at reducing cost per kWh and increasing energy density. It serves automotive and electronics manufacturers seeking cost-efficient, high-volume silicon battery production.

2 investors

A provider of water management solutions that monitor, manage and maintain water integrity, efficiency and sustainability for mission-critical infrastructure. The company serves engineers, designers and builders requiring high-performance water management systems.

2 investors

A materials company that processes eco-friendly leathers and sustainable new materials used in footwear, handbags, apparel, and accessories, applying its trademarked LITE standard for environmentally sustainable sourcing and manufacturing.

2 investors

Jennmar supplies engineering solutions and products for infrastructure and construction projects, serving customers who require safety-critical supplies and custom solutions for their operations.

2 investors

Jeosal Materials develops polymer-based materials to replace rare metals in electrical conductivity applications and advances recycling technologies to divert plastics from landfills. The company focuses on nanoscale polymer research and circular economy solutions.

2 investors

Jiva Materials produces printed circuit boards using Soluboard®, a sustainable alternative material that reduces CO2 emissions and enables easier recycling and recovery of precious metals. The company serves electronics manufacturers in Europe, particularly addressing upcoming regulatory requirements under the European WEEE Directive.

2 investors

Kapsera develops custom microcapsules using a patented microfluidics process to formulate, stabilize, and produce sensitive natural active ingredients such as probiotics, enzymes, natural extracts, vitamins, and pheromones. It serves clients in agriculture (biostimulants, biocontrol agents), human nutrition, and animal nutrition, taking projects from R&D concept to industrial-scale production.

2 investors

Kare Chemical Technologies is a pharmaceutical technology company using a patented catalytic process to convert limonene, a citrus by-product, into high-purity CB1 and CB2 receptor ligands for drug development. It develops non-psychoactive therapeutic candidates aimed at safer alternatives to opioids and next-generation metabolic therapies.

2 investors

Kastus Solar develops nanotechnology-based anti-soiling coatings for solar panels that create hydrophilic and photocatalytic surfaces to reduce dust accumulation and improve energy generation. The company serves solar panel operators and manufacturers seeking to enhance panel efficiency and sustainability.

2 investors

Kentegra produces concentrated liquid insecticidal extracts derived from pyrethrum flowers for use in household, agricultural, animal health, and public health pest control applications. The company's products are naturally derived, photo-degradable active ingredients suitable for formulation into consumer and professional pest management products.

2 investors

Kern Tec produces and supplies stone fruit kernels and derived products such as plant-based drinks, creams, oils, and shell granulates to food and cosmetic manufacturers. The company sources, processes, and manufactures these ingredients according to sustainability standards.

2 investors

KIRIU manufactures automotive brake and suspension-related safety components for global vehicle manufacturers, with expertise in optimized design, noise reduction, and lightweight engineering. The company operates as a core division of Sumitomo Corporation's automotive parts business across 16 facilities in 8 countries.

2 investors

KISAB operates cleanroom and laboratory facilities for semiconductor manufacturing operations in Sweden. The company provides specialized infrastructure and secure storage with 24/7 technical support.

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KLISBio develops a silk fibroin-based biointegrative platform for nerve repair and other medical applications. The company serves medtech markets focused on biocompatible medical devices and biomaterials.

2 investors

KPMI develops uni-directional composite materials marketed as FLEXARMOUR, using Aramid UD and UHMWPE UD fiber technologies for high-performance applications. The company serves aerospace, automotive, sports equipment, and ballistic protection industries requiring specialized mechanical properties.

2 investors