New Materials Startups

J-Land Biotech is a biotech company specializing in the industrialization and application of recombinant proteins, particularly collagen, leveraging bioengineering techniques in gene recombination, microbial fermentation, and protein purification. The company serves manufacturers, medical institutions, and end users across pharmaceuticals, medical aesthetics, cosmetics, biomimetic materials, and food sectors globally.

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Jolt Energy Storage Technologies is a materials research firm developing a new class of electrochemically active organic compounds (branded PyCore) as an alternative to Li-ion and lead-acid chemistries for mobile and grid-scale energy storage. Its materials target industrial and consumer energy storage applications, including long-duration grid storage and redox flow batteries.

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JP Air Tech develops and supplies air filtration media, materials and performance enhancements to filter manufacturers and OEM partners. Based in Denmark, it serves customers across Europe and international markets with an in-house range of media structures, treatments and laminations.

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JSLink is a biotechnology company specializing in genomic analysis services and personalized medicine, with growing operations in rare-earth permanent magnet manufacturing. The company combines genomics research with biomarker discovery and bioinformatics analysis to support drug development and personalized medical treatment.

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Junora Ltd manufactures sputtering targets and vacuum coating components for semiconductor and materials processing applications. The company produces planar targets, rotary targets, bonded targets, backing plates, sputtering cathodes, and custom vacuum coating parts.

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Timbers manufactures wood products and building materials including plywood, MDF, and sawwood for the construction and building supply industry.

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K3RX designs and manufactures tailor-made ultra-high-temperature carbon–ceramic matrix composite (UHTCMC) components that withstand extreme temperatures, thermal shock, and corrosive environments. As an Italian National Research Council spin-off, it serves the aerospace, defense, energy, automotive, and advanced refractory sectors with parts such as nozzles, thermal protection tiles, and leading edges.

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Kährs is a flooring manufacturer offering wood and flooring solutions for residential, public, and commercial spaces, drawing on Swedish craftsmanship and Scandinavian design. The company serves customers in nearly 70 countries.

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Kainon Technologies is an engineering and research company focused on light-based applications to improve the built environment. The team comprises engineers, designers, and scientists working on light technology solutions.

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Kalego Solutions provides plasma-technology consulting, helping clients move from concept to commercialization through technical and feasibility assessments, pilot testing in its own facilities, and regulatory and industrial scale-up support.

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Kalion manufactures high-purity glucaric acid and glucuronic acid for use as corrosion inhibitors, polymer additives, and ingredients in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and energy drinks. The company serves formulators and manufacturers across cleaning, concrete, water treatment, polymers, and pharmaceutical applications.

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Kalpana Systems develops thin-film manufacturing equipment based on spatial atomic layer deposition, using a helical machine design intended for industrial-scale robustness and throughput. Its technology targets industries including semiconductors, energy, and sustainable packaging.

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Kanda develops Karken Fiber, plant-based reinforcing fibers and technical fabrics for biocomposites designed to replace fiberglass in infusion, RTM, and compression molding processes. It targets manufacturers in wind energy, sports equipment, and automotive, offering lower weight, higher vibration damping, and reduced product carbon footprint.

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Kano Laboratories is a specialty chemical manufacturer that makes professional-grade penetrating oils, lubricants, greases, and cleaners for maintenance, repair, and operations professionals across industrial, commercial, and consumer markets. Its brands include Kroil penetrants, Super Lube food-grade synthetic lubricants, DeoxIT electrical maintenance chemicals, and Tribosyn specialty lubricants.

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KBG (Kromberg) develops, manufactures, and sells vitamin and mineral premixes, dietary supplements, and raw materials. It supplies synthetic, biological, and natural substances to the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.

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Kemin develops and manufactures specialty ingredients across areas including human and animal nutrition, pet food, plant science, and health applications. The company operates globally, serving customers in more than 120 countries with over 500 specialty ingredients.

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Kemvera is a sustainable chemical company that produces bio-based drop-in chemicals, including bio-acetic acid and bio-ethyl acetate, made from Midwest corn ethanol to help brand owners lower the carbon footprint of products like paints, footwear, disinfectants, and perfumes. It operates in the low-carbon chemicals and materials industry and is developing CO₂-derived chemicals, with US-based production.

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Kensing is a global manufacturer of plant-based ingredient solutions for human and animal nutrition, personal care, home care, and industrial applications. The company operates multiple manufacturing facilities across the United States, Argentina, and Spain, and has positioned itself as a leading supplier of natural vitamin E through strategic acquisitions.

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Ketjen manufactures catalysts and chemical products for refineries, petrochemical, and specialty chemicals customers globally, operating four strategic manufacturing sites worldwide.

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Key Container Corporation manufactures corrugated boxes, custom shipping containers, foam packaging, and protective materials for businesses across New England and nationwide. The company provides integrated services including design, die-cutting, printing, and on-site production with just-in-time inventory management.

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Keyes Packaging Group produces molded fiber trays and specialty-tissue protective wrap used to store and ship food and beverage products such as apples, pears, avocados, eggs, citrus fruit, and wine bottles. It serves the food and beverage industry and operates the largest molded fiber plant on the West Coast, based in Washington state.

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Keystone Rail Recovery is a railroad material supplier handling scrap, reroll, and relay rail and other track materials (OTM, tie plates, joint bars, anchors, ties, switch parts). It serves Class 1 and Short Line railroads and rail contractors across the United States, offering on-track recovery, cropping, drilling, and inventory services.

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Alithic develops direct air capture technology that converts captured CO₂ into a cement replacement product, addressing climate change and reducing emissions in the cement industry. The company's single-step process achieves high energy efficiency and low costs compared to conventional DAC approaches.

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KVTC is a forest management and timber processing company in Tanzania that sustainably harvests teak from managed plantations and protects native forests, producing high-quality teak lumber, flooring, and decking products. The company combines environmental stewardship with long-term employment and economic development for the region.

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