What Graphenea does

Graphenea is a privately held graphene foundry founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Sebastián, Spain, with a satellite office in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company manufactures high-quality monolayer graphene via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) on copper foil, followed by polymer-assisted transfer onto standard substrates (SiO2/Si, quartz, PET, PEN, and custom substrates), and operates an ISO 7 cleanroom for downstream Graphene Field-Effect Transistor (GFET) device fabrication. Its product portfolio spans four families: CVD graphene films (monolayer graphene on Cu from $235, on SiO2/Si from $180), ready-to-use GFET chips for sensing and quantum-transport research (mGFET-4D at $345, GFET-S10 at $155, GFET-S20 at $255), graphene oxide dispersions and powders (from $90), and the GFAB custom foundry service for wafer-scale prototype-to-production device manufacturing starting at $15,000 per project. All products are sold with batch-level Raman spectroscopy, electrical, and optical QC certifications.

The company monetizes through three channels: a direct e-commerce storefront (with EU and China regional storefronts in local currency), a global distributor network spanning the US, Europe, and Asia (including MSE Supplies, Sigma-Aldrich, University Wafer, Goodfellow, and regional partners in Japan, China, Korea, India, and Malaysia), and consultative enterprise sales for GFAB custom manufacturing. Its customer base of 2,500+ spans research institutions, universities, and commercial entities across more than 70 countries, with products cited in 702+ peer-reviewed publications — a key validation asset in a market where reproducibility is a known pain point. The company is led by CEO Jesus De la Fuente, CSO Amaia Zurutuza (a co-author of the STEP reproducibility guidelines), and CFO Aiora Urien, with a team of approximately 29 people. Graphenea is a core partner in the EU Graphene Flagship, the 2D-PL Pilot Line consortium, and holds memberships in SEMI, EPIC, and the Graphene Council, positioning it within Europe's emerging 2D-materials manufacturing ecosystem.

Name

Graphenea

Legal name

Graphenea

Website

https://graphenea.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Graphenea is a San Sebastián-based graphene foundry that manufactures CVD graphene films, GFET chips, graphene oxide materials, and custom wafer-scale foundry services for research institutions and commercial customers across 70+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Graphene Materials and Nanomaterials Manufacturing

NAICS

Carbon and Graphite Product Manufacturing (335991), Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413)

SIC

Semiconductors & Related Devices (3674)

akta.pro primary industry

Carbon‑Based Carbon Materials (graphite, carbon black, CNTs, graphene from CO₂/CO) (EUABAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Functional Carbon Fillers (Carbon Black, Graphite) (IMAEAFAO), Wafer Services & Reclaim (Epitaxy, Thinning, Reclaim) (HDAHACAH)

Keywords

• CVD graphene films
• Graphene foundry services
• Graphene field-effect transistors
• Graphene oxide materials
• Nanomaterials manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

San Sebastian

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Graphene Products (e-commerce): Standard graphene products sold directly via online store including CVD graphene films (monolayer graphene on Cu, SiO2/Si, Quartz, PET substrates), GFET chips (mGFET-4D, GFET-S10, GFET-S20), graphene oxide dispersions and powders, and interface electronics (Graphenea Card). Transaction-based one-time purchases ranging from $90 to $795 for standard products.
2. Custom Foundry Services (GFAB): Custom manufacturing services for graphene-based devices enabling fast device prototyping from early-stage development through commercialization. Services include custom wafer fabrication up to 6 inches, multiproject wafer (MPW) runs for cost-effective prototyping, and full-scale production. Pricing starts at $15,000 per project with quotes provided upon consultation.
3. Distributor Channel Sales: Sales through global distributor network including MSE Supplies, Aldrich Chemical, University Wafer, Cheap Tubes, Strem Chemicals, Goodfellow Cambridge, and regional distributors in Asia (Japan, China, Korea, India, Malaysia). Distributors enable local currency transactions, established payment terms, and consolidated international shipping.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Graphenea is a dedicated graphene foundry that manufactures and sells CVD monolayer graphene films on various substrates (Cu, SiO2/Si, Quartz, PET), graphene field-effect transistor (GFET) chips for sensing applications, and graphene oxide dispersions and powders. The company also provides custom foundry (GFAB) services for prototyping and commercial-scale production of graphene-based devices on wafers up to 6 inches, all performed in ISO 7 cleanroom facilities.

Product overview

Graphenea is a dedicated graphene foundry offering a portfolio of CVD graphene films, Graphene Field-Effect Transistors (GFETs), Graphene Foundry Services (GFAB), and Graphene Oxide materials. The core offerings include: GFET chips (mGFET-4D, GFET-S10, GFET-S20) for sensing applications; CVD graphene films on various substrates (Cu, SiO2/Si, Quartz); custom graphene transfer services; and graphene oxide in both dispersion and powder forms. The GFAB foundry service enables custom device manufacturing from prototyping through commercialization. The Graphenea Card accessory provides interface functionality for GFET measurements. All products are manufactured and quality-controlled in ISO 7 Cleanroom facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GFAB - Graphene Foundry Services Custom foundry service for graphene-based device manufacturing on wafers up to 6 inches, enabling fast device prototyping and scale-up from development to commercialization.
• mGFET-4D 4x4 mm graphene field-effect transistor chip with 28 graphene channels and liquid gating capability for enhanced signal-to-noise ratio in sensing applications. Designed for biosensing and liquid medium measurements.
• GFET-S10 10x10 mm GFET chip with 30 graphene devices distributed in a grid pattern. Features Hall-bar and 2-probe geometries for graphene device research, quantum transport, and sensor applications.
• GFET-S20 10x10 mm GFET chip with 12 graphene devices designed for liquid medium measurements. Features encapsulated metal pads and non-encapsulated center electrode for liquid gating in sensing applications.
• Graphenea Card Printed circuit board interface accessory that connects graphene microdevices to electrical readout equipment. Features a socket for leadless chip carriers with switches linked to BNC connectors.
• Monolayer Graphene on Cu Single-layer CVD graphene grown on copper foil substrate, available in multiple sizes from 60x40 mm to 20x20 cm. Processed in ISO 7 Cleanroom for high-quality monolayer graphene suitable for transfer and device fabrication.
• Monolayer Graphene on SiO2/Si CVD-grown monolayer graphene transferred to 90 nm SiO2/Si substrates. Benchmark product for graphene research and electronic applications requiring ready-to-use dielectric-supported graphene.
• Graphene on Your Substrate Custom graphene transfer service in which customers supply their substrate for monolayer graphene transfer. Successfully transfers to devices, solar cells, LEDs, and various materials.
• Graphene Oxide Water Dispersion Water-based dispersion of graphene oxide sheets at 0.4 wt% concentration. Contains monolayer flakes with >95% purity measured at dilute concentration.
• Graphene Oxide Powder Graphene oxide in powder form with particle sizes D90 25-28 μm, D50 13-15 μm, D10 6-7 μm. Carbon content 49-56%. Used in composites, batteries, and biomedical applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Field-effect mobility >1000 cm²/V·s
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• STEP (Standardized Template for Experimental Procedures) InitiativeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2026Graphenea's CSO Amaia Zurutuza co-authored STEP guidelines published by an expert group led by Peter Bøggild from Technical University of Denmark, addressing reproducibility challenges in graphene and 2D materials research through standardized documentation requirements.
• 2D-PL (2D Pilot Line) ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 March 2026Graphenea participates in the 2D-PL (2D Pilot Line) project, hosting consortium meetings at their San Sebastián facilities. The project aims to establish pilot-scale manufacturing capabilities for 2D materials-based devices, supporting the transition from research to commercial production.
• EU Graphene FlagshipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGraphenea is a partner in the €1 billion EU Graphene Flagship initiative, a major European research program launched in 2013 to commercialize graphene and 2D materials. The partnership provides access to collaborative research networks, funding opportunities, and industry partnerships across Europe.
• SEMI (Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGraphenea is a member of SEMI, the global industry association for semiconductor manufacturing. Membership enables participation in industry standards development, networking with semiconductor ecosystem partners, and visibility in the semiconductor equipment and materials supply chain.
• EPIC (European Photonics Industry Consortium)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGraphenea participates in EPIC, the European photonics industry consortium, supporting visibility in the photonic devices and sensors ecosystem.
• Graphene CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in the Graphene Council provides industry networking, standards participation, and market intelligence access within the graphene commercialization community.
• MSE Supplies LLCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS-based distributor of graphene and nanomaterials, enabling US customers to purchase Graphenea products with local currency and established payment terms.
• Aldrich Chemical Co. LLC (Sigma-Aldrich)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor US chemical and materials distributor offering Graphenea graphene products to research and industrial customers through their established distribution network.
• Goodfellow Cambridge LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based specialist distributor of advanced materials serving European research and industrial customers with Graphenea graphene products.
• New Metals & Chemicals CorporationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese distributor based in Tokyo serving the Asian market, particularly Japan, with Graphenea graphene products.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• 2D Semiconductors: US-based supplier of CVD graphene, hBN, TMDCs, and other 2D materials on standard substrates. Directly comparable to Graphenea as a catalog and custom-order graphene/2D materials foundry serving academic and industrial R&D customers.
• ACS Material: Supplies graphene, graphene oxide, MXene, and other advanced nanomaterials in standard and custom forms. Directly competes with Graphenea's e-commerce product line and graphite/graphene-oxide offerings.
• Cheap Tubes: US-based manufacturer and distributor of carbon nanotubes, graphene, and related nanomaterials. Overlaps with Graphenea in graphene films, graphene oxide, and carbon nanomaterials for research and industrial buyers, including shared US distribution channels.
• Vorbeck Materials: US-based graphene producer focused on Vor-ink graphene formulations and composites. Comparable as a vertically integrated graphene materials company serving both research and commercial applications.
• Haydale: UK-based graphene and nano materials company with plasma functionalization technology. Comparable to Graphenea as a Europe-headquartered graphene materials supplier with both research and industrial customers.
• Thomas Swan: UK specialty chemicals firm producing graphene via a proprietary process for research and commercial customers. Comparable as a Europe-based graphene manufacturer with industrial-grade production capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• XG Sciences: Larger-scale US producer of graphene nanoplatelets (xGnP) for composites, energy storage, and coatings. Adjacent rather than head-to-head with Graphenea, which focuses on monolayer CVD films and GFET devices, but overlapping customer base in advanced materials.
• Directa Plus: Italian graphene producer focused on textiles, environmental applications, and elastomers. Comparable as a European publicly-listed graphene supplier with commercial-scale production, but oriented toward end-product applications rather than research materials.

Emerging players

• Sixonia Tech: German start-up producing high-quality graphene via electrochemical exfoliation for energy storage and electronic applications. Comparable as a Europe-based emerging graphene materials manufacturer targeting similar research and industrial customers.
• G6 Materials: Graphene-focused company (formerly known as Graphene 3D Lab) developing graphene-based products for air purification, composites, and sensors. Partial overlap with Graphenea's broader applications focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/graphenea
• Facebookfacebook.com/grapheneananomaterials
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/graphenea

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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