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Microcaps
Developed a novel technology that enables the scalable production of precise microcapsules and microparticles based on microfluidics
About Microcaps
Microcaps is a pioneering company specializing in advanced microencapsulation technologies. The company operates in the fine fragrances, cosmetics, food, nutrition, and pharmaceutical markets. Microcaps serves a diverse range of clients, including manufacturers and brands looking to enhance their product offerings with cutting-edge encapsulation solutions. The business model revolves around providing a microfluidic platform that enables the creation of high-quality, sustainable microencapsulated products. This platform allows clients to improve the efficacy, stability, and delivery of active ingredients in their products. Microcaps generates revenue through the sale of its encapsulation technology and related services, catering to the specific needs of each industry it serves. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, striving to set new standards in the market.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Schlieren, Switzerland
- Employees
- 33
- Open positions
- 8
- Dealroom signal
- 73.0/100
- Industry
- Health
- Sub-industry
- BioTechnology
- Sector
- Biotech & Life Sciences, Spinout, Microfluidics, Hard Tech, science-based, DT and LS, Biotechnology, Tech for Biotech and Pharma
- Technology
- Deep Tech
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACQUISITION✓Exit | Jul 2026 | $0 | — | Givaudan | ↗ |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Jun 2024 | $8.5M | $34M | Helvetica capital · ZKB - Zürcher Kantonalbank · ETH Foundation | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Microcaps is 15K monthly website visits, up 971.4% over the last three months. Microcaps's team grew 3.1% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed5 investors entered at this stage
Venture Kick
ZKB - Zürcher Kantonalbank
Helvetica capital
Lichtsteiner Foundation
ETH Foundation
Other known investors4 additional known investors
ETH Zurich
Givaudan
MassChallenge
VentureLab
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