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Yulex
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Yulex

Yulex

Series B

Yulex Corp: Arizona-based producer of agricultural biomaterials for medical, industrial, and bio-energy sectors.

HQ
Maricopa, AZ, US
Founded
2000
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Yulex Corporation, founded in 2000 by Daniel R. Swiger and Jeffery A. Martin, is an Arizona-based company specializing in agricultural biomaterials. The company's core mission is to provide sustainable, plant-based alternatives to synthetic materials like neoprene and geoprene. Yulex focuses on producing biorubber emulsions, biorubber solids, and biomass from Guayule, a residual agricultural material. Their products serve the medical, industrial, and bio-energy sectors, aiming to offer high-performance solutions that are environmentally friendly.

Key figures in Yulex include Jeffrey A. Martin, who serves as Director, President, and CEO, and Stephen James Mitchell, the Chief Technology & Operations Officer. The company has achieved significant milestones by creating the world's first natural plant-based replacement for neoprene and geoprene, emphasizing sustainability without compromising performance. Yulex's impact is evident in its commitment to deforestation-free sourcing and certification by PEFC and FSC, positioning it as a leader in eco-friendly biomaterials.

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Yulex - Quick Facts

Who are Yulex's competitors?

Companies similar to Yulex include EnergyEne, Xylome, Edison Agrosciences and NatureWorks.

When was Yulex founded?

Yulex was founded in 2000.

Where is Yulex's headquarters located?

Yulex's headquarters is located in Maricopa, AZ, US.

When was Yulex's last funding round?

Yulex's most recent funding round was for $15M (USD) in March 2011.

How much has Yulex raised to-date?

As of Mar 16, 2011, Yulex has raised a total of $15M (USD).

How many employees does Yulex have?

Yulex has 75 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Yulex - Classification

Technology
  • Cleantech
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Manufacturing
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Government
Main Product
  • Biomass
  • Biorubber
Tags
  • Agriculture
  • Biotech
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325400Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325410Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
  • 325412Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
  • 2830Drugs
  • 2834Pharmaceutical Preparations
ISIC
  • 6202Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activities
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NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541512Computer Systems Design Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7379Computer Related Services, Not Elsewhere Classified