Tag: Seprify

Beetle-mania: White bug inspires Seprify’s cellulose pigment

Beetle-mania: White bug inspires Seprify’s cellulose pigment

August 17, 2026 |

In Switzerland, biomaterials startup Seprify has developed a cellulose-based alternative to the ubiquitous white pigment titanium dioxide by drawing inspiration from an unlikely source: the Cyphochilus beetle. The creepy crawly, found mostly in Southeast Asia, appears exceptionally white because its thin scales have a complex, porous structure that scatters light efficiently.  “It’s not hard to […]

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IKEA validates Seprify’s cellulose platform at TRL 7–9

IKEA validates Seprify’s cellulose platform at TRL 7–9

March 19, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Seprify recently announced the transition of its cellulose platform from pilot validation into procurement-ready industrial supply. This enables manufacturers to move from trials into repeatable sourcing and longer-term commercial agreements. The shift responds to growing demand for scalable, bio-based alternatives to high-emission incumbent materials such as titanium dioxide. Supported by Inter IKEA Group, […]

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