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C3Nano
Develops hybrid carbon nanotube-based transparent electrode inks and films for display devices
About C3Nano
C3Nano specializes in the development and manufacturing of transparent conductive films (TCFs) that are essential for touch sensors used in various electronic devices. Operating primarily in the electronics and display markets, C3Nano serves clients ranging from consumer electronics manufacturers to industrial technology firms. The company's business model revolves around the production and sale of high-performance TCFs, which are known for their flexibility, low haze, high conductivity, and high transparency. Revenue is generated through direct sales to manufacturers who integrate these films into their products, such as smartphones, tablets, and other touch-enabled devices. C3Nano's competitive edge lies in its advanced technology that allows for bendable, foldable, and stretchable applications, meeting the most exacting design requirements. The company has also secured significant investment from industry leaders like Nitto Denko, further solidifying its market position.
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- Hayward, United States
- Employees
- 11
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 64.9/100
- Industry
- Energy
- Sector
- Energy, Spinout, Nanomaterials, Carbon Nanotubes, DT and LS, science-based
- Technology
- Deep Tech, Nanotech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEBTDebt | Sep 2022 | $18M | — | PIUS | ↗ |
| LATE VCOther financing | Sep 2022 | $18M | $70M | Resonac · Nitto Denko · Nissha · Lens Technology | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for C3Nano is 200 monthly website visits, down 84.6% over the last three months. C3Nano's team declined 15.4% over the past year.
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Investors
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Series A2 investors entered at this stage
GSR Ventures
Phoenix Venture Partners
Series B and later7 investors entered at this stage
Nagase America
Nitto Denko
Nissha
Lens Technology
PIUS
Element Solutions
Resonac
Other known investors1 additional known investor
Stanford University
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