Cypris Materials develops a structural color coating platform that utilizes bio-inspired polymers to create a wide color gamut without toxic pigments or dyes. This technology reduces CO2 emissions and eliminates harmful chemicals in manufacturing, addressing the environmental impact of traditional colorants in various industries.
Funding
$3.4M 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.
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Product
Problem
Traditional colorants rely on toxic pigments and dyes, leading to significant CO2 emissions and harmful chemical byproducts during manufacturing and disposal. These colorants pose environmental and health risks across various industries, from automotive coatings to packaging.
Solution
Cypris Materials provides a sustainable structural color coating platform that utilizes bio-inspired polymers to create a wide color gamut without the need for toxic pigments or dyes. This technology mimics nature's efficient manipulation of light, known as structural color, to produce vibrant colors. By eliminating pigments and dyes, Cypris SCC reduces CO2 emissions, avoids the use of heavy metals, and simplifies manufacturing processes. The copolymer is made from 50% plant-based raw materials, offering a renewable and carbon-sequestering alternative to traditional colorants.
Target Audience
The primary customers are manufacturers in the automotive, premium packaging, consumer electronics, security, and sports equipment industries seeking sustainable and high-performance color solutions.
Features
- Bio-inspired structural color copolymer derived from 50% plant-based materials
- Achieves a full color palette by mixing just Blue and Red copolymers, simplifying supply chain logistics
- Metal-free composition avoids interference with automated sorting at recycling centers
- Compatible with various application methods, including screen printing, spray application, and digital printing
- Can be tuned to reflect ultraviolet or near-infrared light for fade protection and heat control
- Offers overt security features for anti-counterfeiting applications