MicroLub has secured $10M in funding to enhance food products without compromising taste, led by Northern Gritstone and including existing investors NPIF II - PXN Equity Finance.
PRIVATESep 17, 2026
Amount Raised
$10 Million
Round Type
Venture
LeedsBiotechnologyFood and BeverageFood Processing
Investors
NPIF II – PXN Equity FinanceNorthern Gritstone
Description
MicroLub, a deeptech ingredient solutions company, raised $10 million to advance its patented technology for reducing fat and calories in food products. This funding round was led by Northern Gritstone, with participation from all existing investors. The company aims to assist food manufacturers in reformulating products to meet changing consumer demands and regulatory pressures. MicroLub's technology enables significant reductions in calorie content while preserving taste and sensory experience.
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Company Information
Company
MicroLub
Location
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
About
MicroLub is an ingredients technology company that specializes in developing less-calorific alternatives for food and food-ingredients companies. It utilizes unique technology that adds lubrication to foods without losing mouthfeel, employing scaffolds made from protein and water. The company aims to enhance the healthiness of food products while promoting sustainability through support for the alternative protein industry. MicroLub is a spinout of the University of Leeds, focused on innovative solutions for addressing global challenges such as obesity and health inequalities.
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