UNCAGED Innovations is a biomaterials start-up developing a platform of biomimetic substitutes for animal hides, which seeks to redefine the use of leather in consumer goods while mitigating an industry based on environmentally harmful practices. By leveraging grain proteins as the fundamental matrix and incorporating other natural components, UNCAGED\'s bioleather mimics the fibril structure of collagen to provide the performance of animal leather. The company\'s platform offers the tunability to generate materials exhibiting various mechanical and aesthetic properties, fitting for multiple end-use applications.
Date | Amount | Type | Investors | Valuation |
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06/13/23 | $2,000,000 | Pre-Seed |
Alwyn Capital Glasswalls Syndicate Hack VC InMotion Ventures Stray Dog Capital VegInvest | undisclosed |
07/02/24 | $5,600,000 | Seed |
Fall Line Capital Golden Seeds Green Circle Foodtech Ventures InMotion Ventures Ponderosa Ventures | undisclosed |