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§ Private Profile · Hayward, CA, USA
Develops solution-based transparent conductive inks and films, including AgNW technology, for touch sensors, flexible displays, and ITO replacement.
Based in Hayward, California, C3Nano develops solution-based transparent conductive inks and films, including its Activegrid silver nanowire technology, to replace indium tin oxide in touch sensors and flexible displays. The advanced materials manufacturer operates an additional commercial production facility in South Korea to supply the global consumer electronics, solar, and clean energy markets. Managed by an executive team including Chief Financial Officer Tim Kingsbury, the enterprise supports a workforce of 16 to 40 employees, has raised approximately $82.2 million in total venture funding, and generated $6.4 million in annual revenue during 2024. The firm's core technological development originated from chemical engineering research conducted at Stanford University under Professor Zhenan Bao, and the company previously secured a clean energy grant from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. C3Nano was founded in 2010 by Ajay Virkar and Melbs LeMieux.
C3Nano has raised $71.9M across 5 funding rounds.
C3Nano has raised $71.9M in total across 5 funding rounds.
C3Nano has raised $71.9M in total across 5 funding rounds.
C3Nano's investors include Element Solutions, Kevin Yin, Daisuke Inoue, Xinjiang Guoli Minsheng Equity Investment, Phoenix Venture Partners, Nagase America Corporation, GSR Ventures, Hongguo International Holdings Limited, Nobi Kambe.
C3Nano has raised $71.9M across 5 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $35.0M Other Equity in August 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2022 | $35M Venture Round | Element Solutions | — | Announced |
| Feb 22, 2017 | $15M Series D | Kevin YIN, Daisuke Inoue, Xinjiang Guoli Minsheng Equity Investment | Phoenix Venture Partners | Announced |
| Nov 5, 2014 | $12M Series C | Nagase America Corporation | GSR Ventures, Hongguo International Holdings Limited, Phoenix Venture Partners | Announced |
| Feb 16, 2012 | $6.7M Series B | Nobi Kambe | Kevin YIN | Announced |
| Feb 17, 2011 | $3.2M Series A | Kevin YIN | — | Announced |