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Phytolon

Utilizes current scientific advancements to bring biotechnology-based, natural, high-quality food-colorants to the market in a cost-effective manner

Yokneam Ilit, IsraelFounded 2018Food

Valuation $100–250M Last recorded · 2026

Headcount <100 Current team size

Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding

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About Phytolon

Phytolon is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of natural food colorants. Operating in the food and beverage industry, Phytolon serves manufacturers looking for sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to synthetic and agricultural-based colorants. The company leverages advanced fermentation technology to produce high-performance, GMO-free, allergen-free, and vegan colorants that meet kosher and halal standards. Phytolon's business model focuses on B2B sales, providing bulk colorant solutions to food producers. Revenue is generated through direct sales and long-term supply agreements. The company aims to transform the environmental impact of food coloring by reducing land, water, and greenhouse gas emissions through its innovative production methods.

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At a glance

Status: Operational
Founded: 2018
Headquarters: Yokneam Ilit, Israel
Employees: 25
Open positions: None listed
Dealroom signal: 67.8/100
Industry: Food
Sub-industry: Innovative Food
Sector: Food, Biotechnology, Spinout, Alternative Protein, Sustainable Development Goals, Fermentation, Climate Tech, EIT Supernovas, Woman Founder, EIT Ecosystem, Horizon Europe
Business model: Manufacturing
Client focus: b2b
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Open roles

1 open role

Business DevelopmentSales · Ha-Tsmikha Street, Israel · 2mo ago

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Funding history

9 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
SERIES B✓Equity / VC	May 2026	$24M	$94M	Yossi Ackerman · Millenium Food-Tech · Colorcon Ventures · Next Gen Nutrition Investment Partners	↗
EARLY VC✓Equity / VC	Aug 2025	$0	—	Colorcon Ventures	↗

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Phytolon website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Phytolon is 5.8K monthly website visits, up 544.4% over the last three months. Phytolon's team grew 4.2% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits5.8K 3-month web change+544.4% 1-year team growth+4.2%

Monthly website visitsDec 2020–Jul 2026

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Open positions

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1. Business DevelopmentHa-Tsmikha Street, Yokneam Ilit, Israel · Business Development · Aug 24, 2026

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