Sages manufactures biodegradable dyes using a proprietary biochemical process that extracts phytochemicals from non-edible food waste. This approach addresses the environmental impact of synthetic dyes, which contribute to 20% of global wastewater and contain toxic, non-biodegradable chemicals.
Funding
$109.8K 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
Synthetic dyes, derived from petroleum and coal tar, contribute significantly to global wastewater, with the textile industry alone accounting for 20% of the total. These dyes rely on non-biodegradable chemicals that are toxic, mutagenic, carcinogenic, and highly polluting, leading to contamination of water sources, harm to marine life, soil degradation, and potential entry into the food chain.
Solution
Sages addresses the environmental impact of synthetic dyes by manufacturing biodegradable dyes using a proprietary biochemical process. This process extracts phytochemicals from non-edible food waste, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional dyeing methods. The resulting dyes are available in a wide range of colors and are ready for industrial applications, having been tested across various industries, including fashion, textiles, papers, and inks. Sages' approach reduces reliance on carbon-intensive resources and minimizes the release of harmful chemicals into the environment.
Target Audience
Sages' primary customers are manufacturers in the fashion, textile, paper, and ink industries seeking sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes.
Features
- Proprietary biochemical process for extracting phytochemicals from non-edible food waste
- Biodegradable and non-polluting dyes suitable for various industrial applications
- Wide range of colors available, including pinks, blues, greens, yellows, and purples
- Dyes tested across industries such as fashion, textiles, papers, and inks
- Collaboration with researchers in color chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science for scalable solutions