The startup develops sensing technology that measures the concentration of odor molecules released during the degradation of meat and fish. This technology enables users to accurately determine product freshness and predict expiration, thereby reducing food waste.
Funding
$230K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Current methods for assessing meat and fish freshness, such as sensory evaluation and generic expiration curves, are subjective and inaccurate, leading to unnecessary waste and potential safety concerns. Traditional microbial analysis is costly and time-consuming, making it impractical for real-time quality control in the food industry. This results in economic losses and environmental impact due to the disposal of edible products.
Solution
AmiNIC provides a handheld Meat Quality Sensor (MQS) that delivers objective, in-situ measurements of meat and fish freshness, enabling accurate expiration date predictions. The MQS utilizes an intelligent e-nose technology with a tailor-made MicroElectroMechanicalSystem (MEMS) to detect volatile freshness biomarkers. Measurements are uploaded to a cloud platform, allowing users to track freshness and expiry data. This solution reduces waste by preventing premature disposal of products, improves quality control, and ensures more effective handling throughout the distribution cycle.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes meat and fish processing companies, restaurants, catering services, retail stores, butchers, and fishmongers seeking to improve quality control, reduce waste, and ensure product freshness.
Features
- Handheld device for on-site freshness assessment of meat, poultry, and fish
- Intelligent e-nose technology with a tailor-made MicroElectroMechanicalSystem (MEMS)
- Measures concentrations of volatile freshness biomarkers, such as cadaverine
- Wireless data transfer to a cloud platform for data storage and analysis
- Exchangeable cartridges providing 2+ months of measurements
- Washable mouthpieces to prevent cross-contamination
- Docking station for data connection, storage, and software updates
- Food-compliant design with hygienic materials