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ZestBio
AddedFeb 16, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
ZestBio

ZestBio

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ZestBio, founded in 2017, innovatively transforms agricultural waste into specialty chemicals.

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Berkeley, CA, US
Founded
2017
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ZestBio, founded in 2017 by Ryan Protzko, Luke Latimer, and John Dueber, is dedicated to transforming agricultural waste into specialty chemicals. The company focuses on converting waste from citrus peels, sugar beet pulp, and grape pomace into valuable products, addressing the massive volumes of waste generated by industrial fruit and vegetable processing. ZestBio’s core mission is to harness biological processes to upcycle agricultural byproducts, thereby creating sustainable solutions and adding value to otherwise discarded materials.

Notable figures associated with ZestBio include its founders, who bring expertise in biotechnology and chemical engineering. The company has attracted attention from investors interested in sustainable and innovative waste management solutions. Key achievements include the development of proprietary technologies for extracting chemicals from agricultural waste, contributing to a more circular economy. ZestBio’s impact lies in reducing environmental waste and promoting sustainability within the agricultural and chemical industries.

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ZestBio - Quick Facts

Who are ZestBio's competitors?

Companies similar to ZestBio include Mobius, Zymochem, ZeaKal and Windfall Bio.

When was ZestBio founded?

ZestBio was founded in 2017.

Where is ZestBio's headquarters located?

ZestBio's headquarters is located in Berkeley, CA, US.

When was ZestBio's last funding round?

ZestBio's most recent funding round was for $799.4k (USD) in May 2020.

How much has ZestBio raised to-date?

As of May 1, 2020, ZestBio has raised a total of $1M (USD).

How many employees does ZestBio have?

ZestBio has 4 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

ZestBio - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Biotech
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Manufacturing
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Specialty Chemicals
Tags
  • AgTech
  • Cleantech
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325300Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325320Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2870Agricultural Chemicals
  • 2879Pesticides And Agricultural Chemicals, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
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SIC
  • 2890Miscellaneous Chemical Products
  • 2899Chemicals And Chemical Preparations, Not Elsewhere Classified