# C3Nano

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/c3nano

- Industry: Materials
- Headquarters: Hayward, US
- Website: www.c3nano.com
- Total disclosed funding: $37M
- Latest round: Series D (Jan 25, 2017)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

C3Nano Inc. specializes in advanced nanotechnology, focusing on the development and commercialization of silver nanowire-based solutions for various applications, including transparent conductive films.Founded in 2010 by Ajay Virkar, C3Nano Inc. is headquartered in Hayward, US. The company develops nanotechnology solutions and has secured a total of USD 15.00 mn in its latest funding round, Series D, led by investors including GSR Ventures and Nissha Co., Ltd. The company has engaged in 7 funding rounds, with the most recent deal occurring on August 31, 2022, reflecting a current valuation of USD 89.87 mn.C3Nano Inc. primarily offers silver nanowire solutions that are used in various sectors, particularly in creating transparent conductive films for touch screens and displays. Their products cater to the electronics industry, providing a robust alternative to traditional materials while enhancing performance and usability in applications requiring transparent conductivity.The company adopts a direct service model, generating revenue through sales of its nanowire products and related services. Clients typically engage in contracts for ongoing supply of materials, contributing to a consistent revenue stream reflective of industry demand for innovative conductive solutions.C3Nano Inc. plans to utilize the funding raised in August 2022 to enhance its silver nanowire synthesis and production capacity, alongside efforts to innovate its nanowire technologies. The company is also targeting expansion into new geographic markets, particularly in Asia and Europe, by 2024, aiming to meet the increasing global demand for advanced nanotechnology solutions.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, Jan 25, 2017, $15M — GSR Ventures, Phoenix Venture Partners, Nissha Co.,Ltd., Guoli Minsheng Capital
- Series C, Nov 5, 2014, $12M — GSR Ventures, Showa Denko Materials Co., Ltd., Phoenix Venture Partners, NAGASE & CO., LTD.
- Series B, Jan 23, 2012, $6.7M — GSR Ventures, Phoenix Venture Partners
- Series A, Feb 17, 2011, $3.2M — GSR Ventures

## Investors

- GSR Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gsr-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C, Series D
- Phoenix Venture Partners — Series B, Series C, Series D
- Showa Denko Materials Co., Ltd. — Series C
- NAGASE & CO., LTD. — Series C
- Nissha Co.,Ltd. — Series D
- Guoli Minsheng Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/guoli-minsheng-capital) — Series D