InsektLabel Biotech specializes in producing high-value insect-based ingredients, such as complete flour and soluble protein concentrate, for premium food and nutrition products. The company addresses the need for sustainable protein sources in the agri-food chain while promoting circular agriculture and reducing environmental impact through the utilization of Tenebrio molitor and its byproducts.
Funding
$590K 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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Problem
The agri-food industry faces increasing pressure to find sustainable and environmentally friendly protein sources to meet the growing global demand for food and nutrition. Traditional livestock farming contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and requires substantial land and water resources.
Solution
InsektLabel Biotech addresses this challenge by producing high-value insect-based ingredients, specifically complete flour and soluble protein concentrate, derived from *Tenebrio molitor* (yellow mealworm). These ingredients offer a sustainable alternative to traditional protein sources, promoting circular agriculture by utilizing insect byproducts and reducing environmental impact. The company's products serve as premium ingredients for food and nutrition applications, providing a highly digestible and soluble protein source. InsektLabel Biotech also offers technological consulting in protein hydrolysis and related processes, as well as small-batch production services.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers of premium food and nutrition products, as well as pet food companies seeking sustainable and high-quality protein ingredients.
Features
- Complete flour made from 100% *Tenebrio molitor*, offering a full range of nutritional benefits.
- Soluble protein concentrate providing a highly concentrated, digestible, and soluble protein supplement.
- Focus on circular agriculture through the revalorization of insect frass for plant nutrition.
- Consulting services for protein hydrolysis processes and complementary technologies.
- Small-batch production capabilities for specialized ingredient needs.