New Materials Startups

NanoScoping is a Brazilian biotechnology company that uses its nTechnology nanotechnology platform to develop biocompatible, biodegradable active ingredients with properties like prolonged release and better penetration. Its inputs serve the cosmetics, veterinary dermatology, nutritional supplement, and agricultural sectors.

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NanoSuit株式会社 develops the Japan-originated NanoSuit® method, a technology that enables electron microscope observation of living organisms, fixed specimens, cells, and biological particles such as viruses and exosomes in a wet or living state with minimal changes to fine structures. Spun out from Hamamatsu University School of Medicine research, it targets applications in life sciences, healthcare, cosmetics, and food.

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NanoTech Materials manufactures advanced ceramic coatings based on its Insulative Ceramic Particle (ICP™) technology for commercial roofing, wildfire protection, and industrial thermal management applications. The company offers three specialized coating systems—Cool Roof, Wildfire Shield, and Cool Touch—each designed to solve specific heat rejection, fire resistance, or thermal barrier challenges.

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Nanovis develops and manufactures nanoscale surface technologies designed to improve the integration of orthopedic, spinal, and dental implants. It supplies these implant surface technologies to medical device makers and OEM partners in the medtech industry.

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Nanox develops antimicrobial technology that is incorporated into industrial materials such as plastics, coatings, textiles, MDF and packaging to inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi and viruses without altering material performance. It serves manufacturers in packaging, construction, household utensils and appliance markets, supported by laboratory testing and international certifications.

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Nanoxo is a chemical materials company specializing in the design and manufacturing of functional nanomaterials, including heavy-metal-free quantum dots based on zinc oxide. The company serves emerging industries requiring advanced materials and leverages chemical research expertise to develop and commercialize innovative material solutions.

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Nascent Materials develops a proprietary pCAM-free cathode manufacturing process for lithium-ion batteries, aimed at addressing supply chain challenges in the US battery industry. The company focuses on next-generation cathode technology for battery materials production.

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Natac is a company focused on natural products research that organizes the Premios Nacionales de Investigación Natac, national awards recognizing scientific work on bioactive compounds and natural product extraction.

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Natara is a specialty ingredients company serving food, beverage, and consumer product manufacturers. The company traces its roots to 1933 and became independent in 2023 under ownership by private equity firm Exponent.

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National Machinery designs and manufactures metal forming equipment, including precision forming machines and bearing headers for producing ball, tapered, and cylindrical rollers, for the global market. It also operates a process development division focused on complex metal forming through tool and manufacturing engineering.

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Natura Aromatik produces and supplies natural aroma ingredients, including clove derivatives, essential oils, and spice oleoresins derived from plants native to Indonesia. Its ingredients serve applications in fragrances, cosmetics, hygiene, food, and feed products, and meet international food safety standards.

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Natural Building Systems manufactures ADEPT, a modular low-carbon construction system engineered for easy installation with optimized energy performance and indoor air quality. The company serves builders and developers seeking sustainable building solutions.

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Naturfect formulates plant-based, botanical cleaning and restoration products for the restoration industry, including cleaners, mold stain removers, and wood conditioners designed to meet restoration guidelines. The products use natural ingredients as alternatives to harsh chemicals for professional remediation and renovation work.

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NaturLoop manufactures Cocoboard®, a building material made from upcycled coconut husk fibers bound with bio-based tannin resin, for use in furniture production and interior architecture. The company targets designers and manufacturers seeking sustainable panel alternatives to traditional wood-based products.

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NavaFlex is a materials innovation company developing energy technologies, including washable flexible batteries for wearable tech and domestic high-temperature superconductor materials. Its products target applications such as wearable devices, multifilamentary round wires, coated conductors, and magnet systems.

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Naycel converts methane and other carbon-rich feedstocks into high-purity graphite and hydrogen, offering an alternative to mining and synthetic graphite routes. It targets battery manufacturers, defense-aligned supply chains, and industrial partners needing traceable, resilient graphite supply.

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NCP Coatings develops and distributes coating technologies for industrial and military applications, built on over 75 years of expertise. The company collaborates with customers, technology partners, and military research teams to deliver specialized coating solutions.

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Nebari provides financing solutions, including debt and direct equity investments, to companies in the mining sector. The firm works with mining management teams to structure and close transactions, drawing on its team's technical, operating, and finance experience.

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Nedmag is a mining company that extracts and produces magnesium-based minerals, operating from two locations with a sales team serving commercial customers.

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Neenah Foundry manufactures cast iron infrastructure products such as manhole covers and locking manhole systems, now offered through Charlotte Pipe and Foundry's Infrastructure Division. Its products serve underground infrastructure and municipal applications in the United States.

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Nelipak manufactures specialized packaging solutions for healthcare and life sciences companies. The company operates 14 manufacturing sites globally and serves pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotech customers with cleanroom-certified, safety-focused packaging products.

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NEMOS develops high-performance drive shafts and torsion bars based on a patented technology combining fiber-reinforced composite and elastomer materials. Its N-Flex drive shafts and N-Twist torsion bars provide torsional elasticity, damping, and weight reduction for vehicle drivetrains and undercarriages.

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NeoCrete develops supplementary cementitious material (SCM) technology that lets concrete producers replace a larger share of cement with low-cost local alternatives without losing strength, set time, or durability. It serves the construction materials industry as an alternative to scarce and costly materials like slag and fly ash.

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Neograf manufactures printed packaging designed to protect products and attract consumer attention, using modern printing equipment and technology. The company has been producing packaging since 1924.

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