Entomal Biotech

What Entomal Biotech does

Entomal Biotech Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian biotechnology company founded in December 2019 by Thomas Pui, Ts Vic Pui Wee Kong and Yanni Ching Xin Yan, headquartered at MRANTI's Taman Teknologi in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, with an R&D Centre at Universiti Teknologi MARA in Puncak Alam. The company builds a circular-economy platform around Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae to convert food and organic waste into insect protein and organic fertilizer. Its core product is the patented Entomal Mobile Bio-Conversion (EMBC) System, a 20-foot shipping-container bioconversion unit fitted with IoT sensors and an analytics dashboard, accompanied by proprietary components such as an AI LED Light system for BSF mating, a Larvae Rearing Tray System, robotic automation (developed with South Korea's Nutri Industry), and an F2W pre-treatment formulation. Reported performance metrics include up to 80% waste reduction on a wet-weight basis and a conversion ratio of 1 ton of food waste into roughly 100 kg of animal feed plus 200 kg of organic fertilizer.

The company monetizes across three lines: (1) enterprise sale or lease of EMBC systems to municipalities, hotels, food manufacturers and industrial waste producers, together with consultancy, equipment supply and R&D services; (2) consumer products under the TERA Diet brand — premium insect-based cat and dog food, Whole Dried Larvae and Protein Meal Powder — distributed via pet-store retail, a dedicated e-commerce storefront and a B2B wholesale partnership with Affin Bank SME Colony; and (3) co-development and licensing-style income from joint ventures such as the September 2024 Sarawak BSF production facility with SEDC Nutreco and Natpro Biotech.

Entomal is pre-seed stage, founder-controlled, with a headcount of 1–10 employees. It has raised RM 1.75 million via MyStartr equity crowdfunding in January 2023 and an undisclosed pre-seed round with international investors in 2024, complemented by accelerator and prize capital from Selangor Accelerator Programme (SIDEC), PETRONAS FutureTech 3.0, Tech Planter Malaysia and Panasonic Deep Tech Challenge. Named commercial deployments to date are limited to pilot-scale sites, including Le Méridien Petaling Jaya (under Marriott's Serve360 initiative), the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) community recycling centre and a network of independent pet retailers. The company has accumulated more than 20 Malaysian and international awards between 2022 and 2024, including a Special Prize at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 and Top of '24 to Watch' by The Edge Malaysia.

Name

Entomal Biotech

Legal name

Entomal Biotech Sdn Bhd

Website

https://entomal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Entomal Biotech is a Malaysian biotechnology company that uses Black Soldier Fly larvae bioconversion, delivered via its patented EMBC shipping-container system, to convert food and organic waste into insect protein and organic fertilizer for municipalities, hospitality, aquafeed and pet-food markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Insect Biotechnology / Biowaste Management

NAICS

Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (3253), Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333111)

SIC

Biological Products, (No Disgnostic Substances) (2836)

akta.pro primary industry

Parasite Control Services (Endo/Ectoparasites; Deworming & Tick/Fly Control) (AFACALAC)

Keywords

• Insect biotechnology
• Biowaste treatment
• Organic waste management
• Insect protein feed
• Sustainable pet food

Headquarters

HQ city

Klang

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. EMBC System Sales and Leasing: Sale and deployment of the patented Entomal Mobile Bio-Conversion (EMBC) System to enterprises, municipalities, and hospitality businesses for on-site biowaste treatment.
2. Consumer Pet Products: Sale of insect-based pet food products including TERA Diet cat food, Whole Dried Larvae, and Protein Meal Powder through retail stores, e-commerce, and wholesale channels.
3. Consultancy and System Setup Services: Technology consultation and expertise provision for organizations looking to set up new biowaste management systems or upgrade existing operations.
4. Equipment Supply: Supply of specialized equipment and supporting hardware for BSF breeding, rearing, and final product processing operations.
5. Equity Crowdfunding: Raised RM1.75 million through MyStartr equity crowdfunding platform within 12 hours.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Entomal Biotech sells the patented EMBC (Entomal Mobile Bio-Conversion) System — a 20-foot shipping container equipped with IoT sensors that uses Black Soldier Fly larvae to convert food and organic waste into insect protein and organic fertilizer — alongside consumer pet food products (TERA Diet) and consultancy/equipment services for organizations setting up BSF-based waste management. Revenue is generated through hardware sales (EMBC systems, pet food, dried larvae, compost), equipment supply, and professional services.

Product overview

Entomal Biotech operates as a biotechnology company with a circular economy platform centered on Black Soldier Fly (BSF) technology. The core offering is the EMBC (Entomal Mobile Bio-Conversion) System, a patented mobile bioconversion unit housed in a 20-foot shipping container that processes biowaste using BSF larvae to produce insect protein and organic fertilizer. Complementing this are consumer products including Tera Diet premium pet food, Whole Dried Larvae, Protein Meal Powder, and Organic Compost—all derived from the BSF bioconversion process. The company also offers related services including Research & Development partnerships, Technology Consultancy, and Equipment Supply for organizations seeking to implement BSF-based waste management solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TERA Diet: Premium functional pet food formulated with insect ingredients and essential nutrients as complete diet, boosts gut health and increases immune system. Available for cats and dogs.

Products and services

• EMBC (Entomal Mobile Bio-Conversion System) A patented mobile bioconversion system housed in a 20-foot shipping container that uses Black Soldier Fly larvae to transform food and organic waste into insect protein and organic fertilizer, with IoT sensors, an analytics dashboard, and a 7-day bioconversion cycle. Sold or leased to municipalities, hotels, food manufacturers, and industrial clients for on-site biowaste management.
• TERA Diet Premium Pet Food Premium functional pet food formulated with Black Soldier Fly larvae ingredients and essential nutrients, designed as a complete diet that boosts gut health and immune system function for cats and dogs. Sold through pet stores, e-commerce, and wholesale partnerships.
• Whole Dried Larvae Rapid-dried Black Soldier Fly larvae that preserve amino acids and fatty acids, sold as high-quality natural food/treats for birds, chickens, fishes and other animals, or blended with other ingredients in formulated pet food and animal feed.
• Organic Compost (Frass) All-natural compost derived from Black Soldier Fly larvae excretion (frass), rich in organic matter and beneficial microbes, used to restore natural soil balance and improve plant growth and productivity.
• Protein Meal Powder Highly digestible natural protein meal made from sustainable Black Soldier Fly larvae, designed to blend with other ingredients in formulated pet foods and animal feeds as a sustainable alternative protein source.
• Research & Development Services R&D partnership services with industry and academic institutions for new product and process development across all aspects of the Black Soldier Fly supply chain, conducted in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM).
• Technology Consultancy Services Consultancy services providing organizations with the technology and expertise needed to set up new Black Soldier Fly biowaste-management systems, or to upgrade or retrofit existing systems to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Equipment Supply Supply of specialized equipment and supporting hardware for breeding, rearing, and final-product processing of Black Soldier Fly systems to organizations setting up or operating BSF facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Waste reduction of up to 80% on wet weight basis
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• SEDC Nutreco Sdn BhdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 September 2024Joint venture to develop innovative Black Soldier Fly (BSF) production facility for sustainable agriculture and aquaculture in Sarawak. Focus on producing BSF larvae for poultry and aquafeed markets.
• Entomal Borneo Sdn BhdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 September 2024Subsidiary partnership for BSF production facility development in Sarawak region.
• Natpro Biotech Sdn BhdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 September 2024Partnership for BSF sustainable agriculture and aquaculture project in Sarawak.
• Taylor's UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 March 2023MOA signing for collaboration on sustainable food production and consumption. Includes research projects, knowledge sharing, and capacity building initiatives to promote sustainable insect farming.
• Impact Circle MYcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 March 2023Partnership for promoting sustainable food production and consumption in Malaysia through research and capacity building.
• PanasonicstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2023Joint winner of Panasonic Deep Tech Innovation Challenge. Collaboration on utilization of Panasonic ozone water device with EMBC for improved larvae sanitation and sanitary working environment.
• Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 November 2022Memorandum of Cooperation signed on sustainable green entrepreneurship aiming for carbon emission reduction aligned with Malaysia's green economy.
• South Korea Nutri IndustrystrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2022MOU and LOI signed for automation and robotic system of BSF rearing. Project team demonstrated successful operational efficiency.
• Le Méridien Petaling JayacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2022Food waste management partnership using EMBC system to reduce hotel's carbon footprint. Part of Marriott International's Serve360 sustainability initiative.
• Affin Bank SME ColonyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorB2B collaboration for TERA Diet pet food distribution with promotional pricing through Affin Bank SME platform.
• Sidec (Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccelerator programme partner through Selangor Accelerator Programme (SAP). Provided mentorship, funding, and international market access.
• MRANTI (Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology & Innovation)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccelerator programme partner. Site visits conducted at Entomal Biotech lab for learning about ento technology.
• Thought For Food (TFF)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal platform for food system innovation. Entomal participated in TFF Challenge 2022 and won runner-up in NEOM Topical Prize.
• Leave a Nest (Tech Planter)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrand Winner of Malaysia Tech Planter 2023 and Real Tech Holdings/Mitsubishi Electric Awards at Tech Planter Asia 2023.
• Think CityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWinner of Creative Kuala Lumpur Urban Challenge 2023 Grant Programme.
• Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch partnership with UiTM Puncak Alam for R&D Centre operations and BSF technology research.
• Shah Alam City Council (MBSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerImplementation of EMBC system for community recycling centre food waste processing.
• SunwayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for potential sustainability initiatives.
• Insect AgriFeed TrademinorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner for insect-based agricultural feed products distribution.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Regional players

• Entofood: Malaysian insect protein company focused on BSF-based products for aquaculture and animal feed. Same country and broader regulatory environment as Entomal, addressing similar Malaysian alternative-protein demand, though with a feed-focused rather than consumer-pet-food portfolio.

Direct peers

• BioFlyTech: Spanish BSF producer operating industrial-scale larvae production for animal nutrition. Comparable BSF-based protein-for-feed value chain targeting aquaculture and poultry, with similar circular economy positioning around food waste upcycling.
• Insectta: Singapore-based BSF biotechnology company extracting insect-derived products including protein for feed and chitosan for industrial use. Directly comparable biological conversion approach and ASEAN geographic footprint to Entomal, with overlapping customer segments in agri-feed and waste management.
• Protenga: Singapore/Malaysia-based BSF producer supplying insect protein meal for aquafeed and pet food. Operates in the same ASEAN region with the same BSF technology and feed/pet food customer segments that Entomal targets through TERA Diet and the upcoming Sarawak JV.
• InnovaFeed: French BSF producer focused on insect protein for aquafeed and plant fertilizer. Direct competitor in the BSF-to-feed-and-fertilizer value chain Entomal targets, including supply partnerships with major feed and retail groups. Same circular economy logic and biological conversion methodology.
• Protix: Dutch BSF producer manufacturing insect-based protein for animal feed and pet food. Closely comparable technology stack (Hermetia illucens larvae bioconversion) and product mix (protein meal, lipids, frass) that mirrors Entomal's Whole Dried Larvae, Protein Meal Powder, and Organic Compost offerings.
• Nutrition Technologies: Malaysia/Singapore-based BSF producer focused on animal feed and frass fertilizer for tropical Southeast Asia. Most directly comparable peer by both technology (BSF) and geographic market (ASEAN), targeting the same alternative protein and organic fertilizer opportunity Entomal addresses via the Sarawak JV.
• AgriProtein: South Africa-founded Black Soldier Fly protein producer converting organic waste into feed ingredients. Directly comparable to Entomal on core technology (BSF), end products (insect protein for feed), and customer base (municipalities, agribusiness). Pioneered the waste-to-protein BSF model Entomal is also pursuing.

Emerging players

• Entocycle: UK-based insect farming technology company building automated BSF production systems. Comparable on the BSF technology stack and automation focus (Entomal partners with Korea's Nutri Industry on robotics), but focused on selling tech/licensing rather than full-stack waste processing.

Broad incumbents

• Bühler Group: Swiss industrial equipment manufacturer with a dedicated insect processing line that supplies full BSF factory turnkey solutions. Compares to Entomal on the equipment side (EMBC system design, IoT monitoring, automation) rather than on insect production itself, and operates at much larger scale across food/feed processing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/entomalbiotech

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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