Xampla

Xampla is a materials innovation company that develops plant-based, fully biodegradable alternatives to the most polluting plastics. Rooted in 15 years of research at the University of Cambridge, the company’s patented technology extracts natural polymers from plants to create Morro materials that are plastic-free, home compostable, compatible with standard recycling, and not chemically modified. Xampla’s product portfolio includes Morro Coating for recyclable paper packaging, Morro Edible Film for single-use sachet replacement, Morro Soluble Film as a sustainable alternative to PVOH, and Morro Micro for microencapsulation of active ingredients in personal care, homecare, and nutrition products. The company also offers nutrient microcapsules for fortified food and beverage applications. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Xampla has raised approximately $31.9 million in Series A funding. Investors include Amadeus Capital, Horizons Ventures, Cambridge Enterprise, Emerald Technology Ventures, BGF, Parkwalk, and Matterwave Ventures.