# Materia Bioworks

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/materia-bioworks

- Industry: Materials
- Headquarters: Toronto, Canada
- Website: www.materiabioworks.com/
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 11, 2025)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Materia Bioworks Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, focuses on developing sustainable biomaterials, especially bioplastics, to address environmental challenges across various industries.Founded in 2023, Materia Bioworks specializes in the creation of sustainable materials. While their operations are primarily based in Toronto, Canada, the company has secured one deal as of March 11, 2025, with no reported pivots or changes in strategy. The founder's background is not provided in available information.Materia Bioworks specializes in the development and scaling of sustainable biomaterials, particularly bioplastics, tailored for various industries. Their flagship offering, the Materials Application Prediction System (MAPS), integrates computational chemistry and artificial intelligence/machine learning to facilitate the creation of market-ready sustainable products. This innovative platform streamlines the entire product development process, addressing critical challenges such as material sourcing and manufacturing efficiency. Materia Bioworks services a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies across sectors such as packaging, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, aiming to reduce environmental impact and drive the adoption of eco-friendly solutions. While the company's operations are based in Toronto, their products are marketed beyond Canada, targeting North American and potentially global markets where sustainability in manufacturing is a growing priority.Materia Bioworks operates within a B2B transaction framework, engaging directly with suppliers and manufacturers to facilitate the integration of sustainable materials into their operations. Revenue is generated through partnerships and collaborations with established companies seeking to enhance their product offerings with eco-friendly solutions. The company employs a pricing structure that reflects the complexity and customization required for their MAPS platform and other materials, which are tailored to meet specific client needs. Transactions encompass subscription models for ongoing access to their technology and materials, as well as project-based fees for specific development initiatives. The focus on high-quality, adaptable products positions Materia Bioworks favorably as a leader in the growing market for sustainable biomaterials.In March 2025, Materia Bioworks Inc. raised an undisclosed amount of Seed funding from new investor SOSV. The company plans to utilize these funds to enhance its product offerings, particularly the development of new sustainable materials designed for specific industry needs, with an emphasis on expanding into North American markets and potentially beyond by late 2025. These initiatives aim to strengthen their market presence and support the increasing demand for eco-friendly solutions.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 11, 2025 — SOSV

## Investors

- SOSV (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sosv) — Seed