Chitosan•Egypt Agricultural Solutions شيتوزان•إيجيبت للحلول الزراعية

Chitosan Egypt is a pioneering biotechnology startup based in Egypt and established in 2017. It is leading the MENA region in the production of Chitosan solutions for various industrial applications. This innovative company excels in the extraction, research, development, and commercialization of sustainable chitosan-based solutions, making it an exemplary player in the manufacturing industry.

Chitosan Egypt has made significant strides by becoming the first facility in the MENA region to manufacture chitosan at a mass scale through its industrial facility and chemical-biological lab. It has carved a niche in the agriculture sector by creating 100% organic and PHI=0 crop protection and nutrition formulas using novel bio-compounds optimized with chitosan. The company has effectively served over 1800+ growers across 15 out of 28 regions in Egypt, covering 90K+ acres and operating through 60 point of sales outlets spanning 25+ crops.

Chitosan Egypt's impressive product portfolio encompasses 10 pesticide and fertilizer products that cater to various phases of farming, including seed to harvest, for export, organic, and industrial-grade farms. Additionally, the company offers a post-harvest product line tailored for packhouses and extended storage, thereby catering to the entire agricultural value chain.

The company's recent milestone was reaching a seed round investment on 01 May 2021 with backing from AUC Angels. This capital injection underscores the confidence that renowned investment entities have in Chitosan Egypt's business model and its potential to revolutionize the agricultural sector in the region. With its innovative approach and impactful solutions, Chitosan Egypt is poised to make a lasting mark on the biotechnology and manufacturing landscape.