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Naturbeads secures €4.1M in EU grant funding to establish its first factory in Italy, enhancing the production of biodegradable microspheres.

PRIVATEApr 22, 2026

Amount Raised

€4.1 Million

Round Type

Grant

BathManufacturingBiotechnologyHealth Care

Description

Naturbeads has received €4.1 million in EU grant funding from the European Structural Fund to open its first commercial plant in Puglia. This funding is crucial for scaling its production of biodegradable microspheres. The plant aims to produce 20 tonnes per year, eventually scaling up to 500 tonnes. This project represents a significant step in tackling environmental challenges associated with plastic microparticles.

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Naturbeads raised €4.1 Million in a Grant round, dated April 22, 2026. Naturbeads is based in Bath, England, United Kingdom.

How much did Naturbeads raise?
Naturbeads raised €4.1 Million in a Grant round on April 22, 2026.
What does Naturbeads do?
Naturbeads Ltd is a startup commercializing sustainable and biodegradable cellulose ingredients.
Where is Naturbeads based and how big is it?
Naturbeads is based in Bath, England, United Kingdom. Fundz records about 13 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Naturbeads?
Fundz holds 1 contact at Naturbeads, including the Managing Director. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Company Information

Company

Naturbeads

Location

Bath, England, United Kingdom

About

Naturbeads Ltd is a startup commercializing sustainable and biodegradable cellulose ingredients. Our cellulose microbeads are being tested in cosmetic and personal care products, paints and coating, adhesive, packaging and many other industrial and consumers applications to replace polluting plastic microbeads. Naturbeads cellulose beads are 100% biodegradable and show the same performance of plastic microbeads.

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