# Naturbeads

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

- Industry: Materials
- Headquarters: Malmesbury, UK
- Website: www.naturbeads.com
- Total disclosed funding: $12M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 29, 2024)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Naturbeads Ltd, founded in 2018, operates from the UK, focusing on sustainable materials. The company has successfully completed 2 deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on November 14, 2024, where it raised GBP 7.8 million in a Series A round led by Eos Advisory, with contributions from investors such as CDP Venture Capital and MITO Technology. Giovanna Laudisio is leading the firm as CEO as of 2024. 

Naturbeads offers biodegradable cellulose microspheres, designed to replace microplastics in cosmetics, detergents, adhesives, and paints. Their products are crafted to meet the mechanical and chemical standards required by these industries. The company serves a varied clientele in the cosmetic and cleaning sectors, and it is actively seeking to extend its market presence in North America and Asia.

Naturbeads generates revenue through B2B sales of its cellulose microspheres, engaging in long-term contracts with manufacturers transitioning to sustainable materials. Their pricing strategies reflect competitiveness with traditional microplastics, balancing ecological benefits with technological innovation. Specific pricing details are undisclosed, as partnerships are established based on client assessments to meet sustainability goals, fostering loyalty among customers. 

With the recent GBP 7.8 million raised in Series A funding, Naturbeads plans to construct its first production facility in Puglia, Italy, which will significantly enhance its production capacity. The company is also targeting specific expansions into North America and Asia by 2025, aligning with the increasing global demand for sustainable materials. This funding will support the development of innovative products, ensuring that Naturbeads can meet the needs of its expanding client base while contributing to the reduction of plastic pollution.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 29, 2024, $10M — CDP Venture Capital, MITO Technology, MITO Tech Transfer, Paragon Capital Management Singapore, Eos, PI-NB
- Seed, Jun 9, 2022, $1.4M — MITO Tech Transfer, Eos

## Investors

- MITO Tech Transfer (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mito-tech-transfer) — Seed, Series A
- Eos — Seed, Series A
- CDP Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cdp-venture-capital) — Series A
- MITO Technology — Series A
- Paragon Capital Management Singapore (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/paragon-capital-management-singapore) — Series A
- PI-NB — Series A