Vegalab

What Vegalab does

Vegalab SA is a Swiss biotech company headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, that develops and commercializes nature-derived products across four verticals — Crop Science, Beauty Science, Life Sciences, and Biosecurity — all powered by a single proprietary nano-encapsulation platform. The core technology uses up to 20 programmable biopolymer layers that respond to 8 environmental triggers (pH, enzymes, moisture, temperature, oxidative stress, salt/ionic strength, light UV/visible, and time-delayed release), with documented performance metrics including 90% less volatility loss, 85% reduction in off-target release, and under 10% storage leakage. Two US patents are pending on the layer-by-layer and MSN-ChiCat technologies. The platform combines six formulation technologies — nanotechnology, micronization, amplification, chelation and complexing, elicitors and carbohydrates, and beneficial microorganisms — applied across product lines ranging from natural nematicides and biofungicides to professional skincare serums, longevity nutraceuticals in development, and chlorine dioxide-based animal facility disinfectants.

The business model combines direct-to-consumer e-commerce (Shopify-powered storefronts for crop science and skincare at retail unit prices of $22-$109), B2B distribution through authorized agrochemical distributors across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, and white-label/licensing partnerships particularly in Beauty Science. Customer segments span commercial row crop and specialty growers (corn, soy, cotton, wheat, fruits, vegetables, grapes, hemp/cannabis), professional aesthetic clinics and spas, animal facility operators, and — prospectively — nutraceutical manufacturers seeking nano-delivered actives. Distribution is anchored by named partners including Stanislaus Farm Supply (California Central Valley), Van Iperen International (Europe), Pratum Co-Op (Pacific Northwest), Union Chemical (Taiwan exclusive), and the wholly-owned Korean subsidiary Ecowin. Regulatory credentials include EPA registration, FDA registration (cosmetic and medical device), OMRI listing for organic production, and 100% carbon-neutral operations. The company is led by founder and CEO David Selakovic and operates as a founder-controlled enterprise with an active capital raise referenced for US and Canada expansion; the most recent disclosed revenue was Q3 2018 at $4.1 million (annualized ~$16M at that time), with no current revenue figure publicly available.

Name

Vegalab

Legal name

Vegalab SA

Website

https://vegalab.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Vegalab SA is a Swiss biotech company that develops and markets nature-derived products across crop protection, professional skincare, biosecurity, and life sciences, all powered by a proprietary multi-layer nano-encapsulation platform with eight trigger-responsive release mechanisms. It serves commercial growers, professional clinics, animal facilities, and consumers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agrobiological Products

NAICS

Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (3253), Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (32532), Surface Active Agent Manufacturing (325613)

SIC

Agricultural Chemicals (2870), Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840), Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro primary industry

Phytogenics & Botanicals (Essential Oils, Plant Extracts) (AFADAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Bio-based Surfactants, Detergent Ingredients & Oleochemicals (EUAAAIAE)

Keywords

• Biological crop protection
• Nano-encapsulation technology
• Agrobiological inputs
• Professional skincare products
• Animal biosecurity products

Headquarters

HQ city

Zug

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Crop Science Product Sales: Sale of nature-derived crop inputs organized into four lines: Control (plant-extracted pesticides), Bio (inoculants and biological control), Boost (specialty fertilizers and biostimulants), and Pro (complete water-soluble macro/micronutrient fertilizers). Sold through authorized distributors and direct e-commerce. Revenue from both B2B agrochemical channel and retail. Gross margin range of approximately 40–80% depending on product and channel mix.
2. Beauty Science Product Sales: Sale of professional skincare products including NanoSerums, ampoules, moisturizers, cleansers, toners, and specialty treatments through the Vegalab skincare e-commerce shop. Also offers professional-use products for clinics and spas, and white-label manufacturing for retail brands and distributors.
3. Biosecurity Product Sales: Sale of biosecurity products including Vetpure Disinfectant (chlorine dioxide), Vetpure Miticide (nano-emulsified essential oils), and PureTabs (effervescent water purification tablets) for animal facilities, water treatment, and hard-surface disinfection.
4. Technology Licensing: The nano-encapsulation platform has licensing potential beyond current verticals — agrochemical majors, cosmetic contract manufacturers, and pharmaceutical delivery applications represent additional monetization pathways. Also white-label and private-label manufacturing partnerships notably in Beauty Science.
5. Life Sciences Platform Partnership: Partnerships with raw-material manufacturers, nutraceutical producers, cosmetic active suppliers, and clinics to co-develop and commercialize nano-delivered health products. Collaborative co-owned arrangements where partners share in the value created, including white-label and licensing structures for high-value actives like NMN, NAC, and Glutathione.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Vegalab SA develops and manufactures nature-derived products using a proprietary multi-layer nano-encapsulation platform applied across four science verticals: Crop Science (32 agrobiological products including pesticides, biological inoculants, specialty fertilizers, and water-soluble NPK fertilizers), Beauty Science (professional skincare with NanoSerums, ProSerums, ampoules, and white-label lines), Life Sciences (nano-delivered NMN, NAC, Glutathione, and porphyrin actives in development), and Biosecurity (Vetpure Disinfectant, Vetpure Miticide, and PureTabs for animal facility sanitation and water purification).

Product overview

Vegalab is a Swiss biotech company operating across four science verticals—Crop Science, Beauty Science, Life Sciences, and Biosecurity—all powered by a single proprietary nano-encapsulation platform. The Crop Science division offers 32 products organized into four lines: Control (plant-extracted insecticides, fungicides, and control agents including Larva Control, Nematode Control, Spider Mite Control, Slug Control, Mildew Control, and Spore Control); Bio (living biological inoculants including Larva BioControl, Mosquito BioControl, and Charge BioBoost); Boost (15 specialty fertilizers and biostimulants including Armour Boost, Calcium Boost, Kelp Boost, Pollen Boost, Root Boost, and Sun Boost); and Pro (6 complete water-soluble fertilizers including Vega Pro, NPK Pro, Nitrogen Pro, Phosphorus Pro, Potassium Pro, and Harvest Pro). Beauty Science provides professional skincare including NanoSerums (Age Repair, Brightening, Clarifying, Hyaluronic, Hydrating, Sculpting), ProSerums, ampoules, moisturizers, cleansers, and toners. Life Sciences is developing nano-delivered health products (NMN+ Nano, NAC Nano, Glutathione Nano, Vital Porphyrin Nano) for cellular energy and longevity. Biosecurity offers Vetpure Disinfectant, Vetpure Miticide, and PureTabs for animal facility sanitation and water purification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vegalab Crop Science: Agrobiological products for commercial agriculture and licensed garden-retail brands, organized into Control, Bio, Boost, and Pro product lines.
• Vegalab Beauty Science
• Vegalab Life Sciences
• Vegalab Biosecurity
• Vetpure
• PureTabs
• NanoSerum
• Supreme Growers

Products and services

• Larva Control Natural broad-spectrum larvicide derived from oxymatrine (Sophora flavescens extract) for controlling larvae in commercial agriculture.
• Nematode Control Geraniol-based nano-encapsulated nematicide with over 90% efficacy against parasitic nematodes including root-knot and burrowing species; OMRI listed.
• Spider Mite Control All-natural acaricide containing geraniol 30% with peppermint, cottonseed, and rosemary oils for mite control in commercial agriculture.
• MultiMite Control Natural broad-spectrum mite control product for commercial agriculture.
• Slug Control Natural gastropod pesticide derived from tea saponin (Camellia oleifera) for slug and snail control in commercial agriculture.
• Jumping Worm Control All-natural bioinsecticide targeting invasive jumping worms that strip soil of nutrients, using geraniol, plant-derived saponins, and bio-surfactants.
• Mildew Control All-natural mildew control product containing geraniol 17% for powdery and downy mildew management.
• Spore Control All-natural broad-spectrum fungicide containing thymol 1% (Thymus vulgaris oil) for fungal spore suppression.
• Larva BioControl Biological broad-spectrum larvicide containing Steinernema carpocapsae live infective juveniles (50% w/w) for biological pest control.
• Mosquito BioControl Biological mosquito control product containing Heterorhabditis megidis live nematodes (2.0% w/w).
• Charge BioBoost Soil inoculant containing nitrogen-fixing bacteria and phosphorus-solubilizing fungi for improving soil microbiome and nutrient cycling.
• Armour Boost Soluble silica supplement containing potassium silicate for strengthening cell walls and improving resistance to abiotic and biotic stress.
• Balance Boost Liquid fertilizer concentrate with P, K, natural sugars, organic acids, and micronutrients for soil remediation and pH balance correction.
• Brix Boost Brix and sweetness enhancer containing P, K, Mg plus stevioside, xylose, trehalose, and mannitol to elevate crop quality metrics.
• Calcium Boost Advanced soluble calcium supplement containing calcium chloride 8.2% plus protein hydrolysate and phytic acid to prevent tip burn and blossom-end rot.
• Cellular Boost Drought-resistance supplement containing Ca, B, Mo, trehalose, and protein hydrolysate to prevent drought-induced cracking and support cellular membrane integrity.
• Color Boost Fruit and flower color enhancer containing P, K, Mg, S plus pyroligneous liquor and phytic acid to stimulate anthocyanin and pigment synthesis.
• Grow Boost Amplified vegetative growth promoter containing seaweed extract, protein hydrolysate, citric acid, and Mg sulfate for accelerated canopy development.
• Kelp Boost Microbial food for fast-growing plants containing L-tryptophan, seaweed extract (Ascophyllum, Sargassum, Laminaria), and citric acid.
• Magnesium Boost Soluble magnesium supplement containing magnesium sulfate, urea, and nitric acid for chlorophyll synthesis and photosynthesis.
• Micro Boost Micronutrient blend with chelating agents containing Fe (EDTA), B, Cu, Mn, Mo, Zn plus glutamic and citric acids for complete foliar micro-nutrition.
• Pollen Boost Biological bloom enhancer containing propolis, seaweed, N, P, K, and micronutrients to improve pollen germination rate and pollination success.
• Rigid Boost Structural-strength supplement containing Si, K, P, N, and organic acids to improve firmness, reduce bruising, and extend shelf life.
• Root Boost Root development accelerant containing L-tryptophan, humic acid, and seaweed extract to stimulate root initiation and lateral root branching.
• Vita Boost Kelp and amino-acid bioactivator containing Ascophyllum nodosum extract, protein hydrolysate, gluconic acid, and Fe, Mn for overall plant vitality and stress recovery.
• Sun Boost Photosynthesis enhancer containing titanium dioxide (TiO2) to support plant energy metabolism under variable light conditions.
• Harvest Pro Late-season fruit and flower builder fertilizer containing P 13%, K 6%, Mg, S, Cl, Zn, B, Cu for final bulking, color, and Brix accumulation.
• Nitrogen Pro Water-soluble nitrogen fertilizer containing urea, manganese sulfate, and EDTA-Fe for rapid foliar and soil uptake in fast-growing plants.
• NPK Pro All-purpose water-soluble fertilizer containing N, P, K plus Fe, Mn, Zn, B, Cu, Mo (EDTA-Fe, ammonium molybdate) for balanced crop nutrition.
• Phosphorus Pro High-phosphorus fertilizer containing phosphoric acid and mono-potassium phosphate to support root establishment, flowering, and fruit set.
• Potassium Pro High-potassium fertilizer containing mono-potassium phosphate and potassium chloride to improve fruit quality, Brix, and post-harvest shelf life.
• Vega Pro Early-season general-purpose fertilizer (NPK 6-5-3) containing N, P, K, Mg, S, Zn, Cu, Mn, B, Mo, and protein hydrolysate for transplant recovery and vegetative foundation.
• Hyaluronic NanoSerum Encapsulated hyaluronic acid released on contact for deep, sustained hydration and volume in professional skincare applications.
• Age Repair NanoSerum Multi-layer capsules deliver active retinoids over time with high stability and less irritation for anti-aging skincare.
• NMN+ Nano Nano-encapsulated NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) for NAD+ support, formulated for enhanced bioavailability. In development - availability subject to regulatory pathway.
• NAC Nano Nano-delivered N-acetylcysteine for antioxidant and cellular support. In development.
• Glutathione Nano Nano-delivered glutathione, an active notoriously degraded when taken orally, formulated for enhanced absorption. In development.
• Vital Porphyrin Nano A specialty nano-delivered active for professional use. In development.
• Vetpure Disinfectant Stabilized nano-encapsulated powdered Chlorine Dioxide that dissolves in water, releasing ClO2 at 98%+ purity for effective disinfection in animal care environments, without producing THMs, HAAs, or HANs.
• Vetpure Miticide Universal broad-range insecticide, fungicide, and sporicide composed of nano-emulsified essential oil extracts from naturally grown plants for poultry, equine, and companion animals.
• PureTabs Effervescent disinfecting tablets for animal facilities, water treatment systems, and hard-surface disinfection, releasing a precise dose of chlorine dioxide for biosecurity applications.
• Vegalab Nano-Encapsulation Platform Proprietary active-delivery technology licensing platform using 2-20 programmable biopolymer layers responsive to 8 environmental triggers (pH, enzymes, moisture, temperature, oxidative stress, salt, light, time) for controlled release; available for licensing to agrochemical majors, cosmetic contract manufacturers, and pharmaceutical delivery applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% less volatility loss compared to non-encapsulated actives
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Pratum Co-OpminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 January 2019Supply agreement bringing a wider range of natural crop inputs to cooperative farmer members in the Pacific Northwest region. Expands Vegalab's presence among organized farming cooperatives.
• Van Iperen International B.V.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2018Multiyear distribution agreement with Netherlands-based Van Iperen International B.V. opening distribution channels across European and global specialty crop markets. Van Iperen is a major specialty fertilizer and crop nutrition distributor with broad European market reach.
• Stanislaus Farm SupplycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 February 2018Master distribution agreement with Stanislaus Farm Supply strengthening access to California's Central Valley — one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world. Targets commercial tree fruit, nut, and row crop growers.
• HPC Acquisitions Inc. (dba Vegalab US)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 July 2016HPC Acquisitions Inc., operating as Vegalab US, completed its initial capital raise and commenced commercial sales of natural agrobiological products in the US market. This entity serves as the primary US operating company and commercial platform for North American market expansion.
• Union ChemicalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 July 2016Exclusive distribution agreement with Union Chemical to bring natural crop protection and nutrition products to growers throughout Taiwan.
• Central American DistributorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 14 October 2014Deepened partnership with Central American distribution partner, expanding the range of products available to commercial growers across the region. Expanded from initial arrangement to broader product range.
• Ecowin (Korean subsidiary)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 September 2014Acquisition of Ecowin, Vegalab's Korean subsidiary, strengthening presence in the Korean market and expanding global R&D and commercial capabilities. Ecowin received government award for agricultural innovation and operates R&D activities supported by Korean government innovation program.
• University of FloridacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent university trials partner validating Vegalab crop science product efficacy. One of six university and commercial research partnerships across the US and internationally.
• University of IdahocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent university trials partner validating Vegalab crop science product efficacy across North American conditions.
• Mississippi State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent university trials partner validating Vegalab crop science product efficacy.
• University of MinnesotacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent university trials partner validating Vegalab crop science product efficacy.
• Texas A&M UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent university trials partner validating Vegalab crop science product efficacy.
• Glades Crop CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommercial trials partner validating Vegalab product efficacy across North American agricultural conditions.
• Chungnam National UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational university trials partner validating product efficacy in South Korean agricultural conditions.
• Meital LabscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommercial trials and testing partner validating product efficacy. Part of the six research partner network.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Vive Crop Protection: Canadian agrochemical company using proprietary polymer-based delivery technologies (Vive's Allosperse nano-scale polymer system) to improve crop protection actives. Most direct comparable to Vegalab on nano-enabled crop input technology, though focused on synthetic active encapsulation rather than plant-extract actives.
• Marrone Bio Innovations: US-based biological crop protection and plant health company (now part of BioConsortia) offering biopesticides, biofungicides, and biostimulants for row crops and specialty crops. Closest US peer on biological/natural crop protection portfolio serving similar grower segments.
• BioWorks: US-based biological products manufacturer for horticulture and agriculture, offering biofungicides, biopesticides, and biostimulants. Comparable to Vegalab on nature-derived control products and IPM positioning serving greenhouse, nursery, and specialty crop growers.
• Koppert Biological Systems: Global leader in biological crop protection and natural pollination, headquartered in the Netherlands. Comparable to Vegalab on biological control agents, beneficial microorganisms, and natural pest control — both compete in sustainable agriculture IPM programs.
• Andermatt Biocontrol: Swiss-based global producer of biological plant protection products (biocontrol agents, biopesticides). Headquartered in Switzerland like Vegalab and serving identical crop protection use cases across row crops, specialty crops, and horticulture.
• Acadian Plant Health: Global crop biostimulant and nutrition company using seaweed extracts and natural plant-based inputs. Directly comparable to Vegalab's Boost line (Kelp Boost, Vita Boost, Pollen Boost) on biostimulant actives serving commercial agriculture.

Broad incumbents

• Certis Biologicals: Large-scale US manufacturer of biopesticides and biological products serving conventional, organic, and sustainable agriculture. Broader portfolio and bigger scale than Vegalab, but directly overlapping on natural pest and disease control products.
• Syngenta Crop Protection: Global agrochemical major with biostimulant and biological crop protection divisions. Useful as a strategic comparable on licensing potential and as the scale player Vegalab could partner with on nano-encapsulation of existing active ingredients.

Emerging players

• Allies of Skin: Professional skincare brand focused on multi-active formulations and advanced delivery for premium serums. Comparable to Vegalab's Beauty Science NanoSerum line on high-concentration actives with bioavailability challenges, though without explicit nano-encapsulation platform.
• Lipocine: Clinical-stage company developing proprietary lipid-based drug delivery for poorly-absorbed actives in pharma and nutraceuticals. Adjacent to Vegalab's Life Sciences nano-delivery pipeline (NMN, NAC, Glutathione), addressing similar bioavailability problems in different delivery modality.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

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