Lygos creates bio‑inspired, biodegradable, water‑soluble specialty chemicals that replace traditional petrochemical additives in agronomy, home‑care, personal‑care, and water‑treatment formulations. Their flagship polymer, Soltellus™, improves cleaning performance, formulation stability, and cost efficiency while offering a commercial‑scale, integrated supply chain and full technical documentation for rapid product development.
Funding
$160M 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
Manufacturers in agronomy, home care, personal care, and water treatment often rely on traditional petrochemical additives that can be costly, less effective, and have significant environmental footprints. This limits product performance, profitability, and the ability to meet growing sustainability demands.
Solution
Lygos develops bio‑inspired specialty chemicals that deliver superior functional performance while being biodegradable and water‑soluble. Their flagship material, Soltellus™, acts as a multifunctional polymer that enhances cleaning efficacy, soil‑fighting power, and personal‑care formulation stability. By leveraging renewable feedstocks and advanced chemical engineering, Lygos creates ingredients that are both higher‑performing and lower‑cost than conventional alternatives. The company provides a fully integrated, commercial‑scale supply chain, enabling rapid time‑to‑market for customers. Technical documentation and safety data are readily available to support formulation development and regulatory compliance.
Target Audience
Primary customers are product manufacturers in the agronomy, home‑care, personal‑care, and water‑treatment sectors seeking high‑performance, sustainable chemical ingredients for their formulations.
Features
- Biodegradable, water‑soluble polymer that replaces traditional petrochemical additives
- Improves detergent performance (soil removal, anti‑spotting, anti‑film) in laundry and auto‑dish applications
- Enhances hair‑care and skin‑care emulsions, delivering better texture and consumer experience
- Available in multiple grades (e.g., Soltellus™ 2101L, 2101G, 2501L) tailored to specific end‑use requirements
- Commercial‑scale production with an integrated supply chain for consistent, reliable delivery
- Comprehensive technical data sheets and safety data sheets for formulation engineers
- Bio‑inspired chemistry that reduces environmental impact while maintaining cost competitiveness