New Materials Startups

Ecoshell makes a patented eggshell-based bio-calcium additive used to produce lower-plastic resins, compounds, and film rolls (PP, HDPE, PET) for brands seeking to meet plastic-reduction mandates and sustainability goals. It also offers sourcing, design, molding, manufacturing, and quality-control services through its base in Asia, and is developing its own product line including stone paper, yoga mats, plastic bags, and bubble wrap.

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EcoTensil makes single-use, foldable paperboard utensils and sampling spoons (EcoTaster, iScoop) as a compostable, recyclable alternative to plastic and wood cutlery. Its products, which can be custom-branded, are aimed at food and beverage brands and retailers for tradeshow and in-store product demos and grab-and-go packaging.

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Ecovaleric develops electrochemical manufacturing technology to produce biomass-derived chemicals and materials, including solvents, polymers, and fuel additives, at competitive cost and lower emissions. The company uses renewable carbon and electricity-driven chemistry to replace traditional thermochemical manufacturing processes.

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Ecovia makes compostable packaging bags by collecting discarded textiles, extracting cellulose from them, and upcycling the material into bags that decompose in soil within 180 days. The bags are designed to replace single-use plastic packaging for businesses.

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Eden Materials converts cellulose-rich agricultural waste into biodegradable thermoplastic pellets using proprietary green chemistry, targeting industrial manufacturers seeking fossil-fuel alternatives compatible with existing equipment. The company licenses technology and sells pellets through partnerships with industrial validation partners.

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Eden Stone Company (also operating as Eden Valders Stone) is a family-owned quarrier and manufacturer of natural stone, producing architectural and dimensional cut limestone, veneer, and landscaping materials from its Wisconsin quarries. It supplies builders, architects, and landscape firms for residential and commercial projects, with materials installed on buildings worldwide.

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Edison Agro Sciences develops bio-based synthetic rubber from sunflower crops as an alternative to petrochemical and natural rubber for industrial applications. The company processes agricultural waste from sunflower farming to create environmentally responsible rubber products for manufacturers seeking to reduce carbon emissions and comply with regulatory requirements.

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Edison Rubber is developing a U.S. domestic supply of natural rubber produced from sunflowers as a biomaterial for American manufacturing. The company focuses on building a resilient, lower-carbon rubber supply chain for industrial partners.

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eJoule develops and manufactures high-energy cathode materials for lithium-ion and solid-state batteries, with R&D based in Silicon Valley and pilot and commercial production run through its Asia teams. The company supplies battery cathode materials to customers, supporting them in research, development, pilot, and production stages.

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Lingrove designs and manufactures Ekoa, a bio-based composite made from renewable flax and plant resins used as impact-resistant wall protection, wall coverings, ceilings, and millwork for hospitality, healthcare, senior living, and workplace interiors. The material is also offered for automotive and transportation interior applications and is manufactured in the USA.

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Ekolution manufactures hemp fiber insulation and other hemp-based materials for construction projects, offering CO2-negative, energy-efficient building products. The company works with Swedish farmers growing industrial hemp and produces items such as insulation, animal bedding, and biobased wall systems for commercial, public, and residential buildings.

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Elchemy is a distribution partner for chemical ingredients, sourcing and supplying products such as cosmetic actives, cleaning surfactants, aroma/flavor compounds, food-grade additives, oilfield chemicals, and pharmaceutical intermediates for manufacturers in industries like personal care, food, and oil and gas. It provides a tech-enabled platform (Elixir) for inventory, shipment tracking, and regulatory documentation, along with US-focused compliance support, sample fulfillment, custom manufacturing (CDMO/CRO/CMO), and tail spend management, operating from warehouses in New Jersey and Houston.

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Elekeiroz is a Brazilian manufacturer of chemical intermediates, producing plasticizers, organic anhydrides, organic acids, oxo-alcohols, formaldehyde, and urea-formaldehyde concentrate. Its products serve industries including paints and coatings, construction, MDF/MDP panels, automotive and marine sectors, agrochemicals, and pulp and paper.

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Element is a global provider of lab-based Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services, including destructive and non-destructive material testing, product qualification testing, and certification of products and management systems. It serves customers in highly regulated, safety-critical industries across the product life cycle from concept through ongoing compliance.

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Elemental Enzymes develops enzyme, peptide, and biochemistry-based "bio-amplifier" products aimed at improving soil health and plant growth for agricultural growers. The company applies proprietary and patented technology to add biological benefits to existing farming systems, with operations including a presence in Brazil.

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Elementis develops specialty chemical additives designed to improve the performance of customers' products across a range of industries and applications. The company focuses on chemistry-based, sustainable solutions for product performance enhancement.

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Elementum 3D develops enhanced metal additive manufacturing powders and alloyed materials, including aluminum, nickel, copper, and tantalum series, along with printer process parameters. It uses its patented RAM technology to supply advanced metal-alloy 3D printing powders to manufacturers scaling mission-critical applications.

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elerGreen Industry develops a patented modular electrochemical reactor and process that converts chemical wastes and renewable electricity into polymers, metals, and chemicals. The company licenses its technology to industrial partners through collaborative sales and funding programs to detoxify chemical waste while producing saleable products.

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Elven Technologies develops FireGuard™, a fireproof composite material that withstands temperatures up to 2000°C, for use in transportation, construction, aerospace, and specialized applications requiring fire and heat protection. The company also produces fireproof storage containers and protective equipment tailored to customer needs.

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Elzinga & van der Krieke (EVDK) offers integral product realization services including mold building and industrialization using plastic (kunststof) production techniques. The company targets small and medium-sized businesses (mkb) looking to bring high-tech plastic products to market.

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EMCO Chemical Distributors is a chemical distribution, manufacturing, and packaging company that supplies specialty and industrial chemicals across the United States. It offers services including blending and packaging, waste services, logistics, SDS management, custom labeling, and quality and technical support.

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Emerald Bio develops biology-based life science solutions using fermentation, bioreactions, and biomanufacturing to create products aimed at supporting human, animal, and plant life. It serves partners and customers through research, discovery, and process development in the life sciences.

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Emeraude Polymers is a polymers distributor selling grades such as HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, PVC, PP, PET, PS, and recycled polymers, along with logistics, technical support, and financing services. It serves polymer producers and converters in emerging markets, with a focus on the Middle East, Africa, and the Indian Subcontinent.

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Emulsi develops NanoLIPID™, a natural lipid technology that self-assembles into nano-structures for encapsulating active pharmaceutical ingredients, nutraceuticals, and bioactive compounds. The platform targets oral drug delivery, cosmetics, and nutraceutical applications.

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