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Zymochem is a technology company.
ZymoChem develops and manufactures bio-based materials and products using a proprietary fermentation platform. This platform leverages specialized Carbon Conserving (C2) microbes to convert renewable feedstocks into high-value chemicals, addressing the need for sustainable alternatives in various industrial applications. The company’s technical approach focuses on achieving increased yields and performance comparable to traditional fossil-derived materials without a "green premium."
The company was founded in 2013 by Harshal Chokhawala and Jon Kuchenreuther. Their collaboration originated during their post-doctoral research at the University of California Berkeley, where they conceived the idea of fundamentally rethinking the scalable production of everyday items using biotechnology. This insight aimed to deliver bio-based products without compromising on functionality or cost.
ZymoChem targets markets such as hygiene, textiles, plastics, and coatings, providing materials that support a circular economy. Their vision is to accelerate the global transition to a real-zero economy by engineering sustainable bio-based materials designed for ubiquitous daily use. The company’s efforts are directed towards enabling industries to evolve towards more environmentally responsible product lifecycles.
Zymochem has raised $25.4M across 3 funding rounds.
Zymochem has raised $25.4M in total across 3 funding rounds.
ZymoChem is a California-based biotechnology company that develops high-yield, carbon‑conserving precision‑fermentation processes to produce bio‑based materials (notably a biodegradable super‑absorbent polymer called BAYSE) as drop‑in replacements for petroleum‑derived chemicals[3][1].
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Zymochem has raised $25.4M in total across 3 funding rounds.
Zymochem's investors include Breakout Ventures, Amzak Health Investors, Mayfield, Norwest Venture Partners, SOSV, Supply Change Capital, Casey Tansey, Cavallo Ventures, GS Futures, KdT Ventures, Lululemon, Toyota Ventures.
Zymochem has raised $25.4M across 3 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $21.0M Series A in January 2024.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2024 | $21M Series A | Breakout Ventures | Amzak Health Investors, Mayfield, Norwest Venture Partners, SOSV, Supply Change Capital, Casey Tansey, Cavallo Ventures, GS Futures, KDT Ventures, Lululemon, Toyota Ventures | Announced |
| Nov 8, 2023 | $4M Grant | U.S. Department OF Energy | — | Announced |
| Oct 13, 2016 | $350K Seed | Breakout Labs | — | Announced |