What Hempro International does

Hempro International GmbH is a Düsseldorf-based producer and wholesaler of industrial hemp raw materials, founded in 2001 by Daniel Kruse, operating as a majority-owned (50.1%) subsidiary of SYNBIOTIC SE since November 2021. The company supplies hemp seeds, cold-pressed and refined hemp oils, hemp protein powders spanning 30% to 80% protein content, gluten-free hemp flour, hemp fiber, dried hemp leaves for tea, and pellets to the European food and animal feed industries, with downstream branded consumer lines HANF FARM (organic hemp food), Phytalize (CBD cosmetics), The Hemp Line (hemp and organic cotton textiles), and PURE Bags (hemp accessories).

The business model is dual-channel: B2B wholesale of raw materials through a dedicated e-commerce platform (hempro.de/b2bshop) targeting food industry manufacturers and further processing industries globally, supplemented by direct sales contact, BIOFACH trade fair presence, and private label manufacturing services; and B2C distribution through the HanfHaus online store plus a worldwide network of wholesalers and retailers. Production is concentrated at a solar-powered Hemp Factory processing facility performing cold-pressing, dehulling, roasting, refining, and specialized leaf drying, with FSSC-22000, organic, and Kosher certifications supporting price premiums and channel access.

As of June 2026, the company is in acute distress: parent SYNBIOTIC SE announced portfolio restructuring and ceased financial support to Hempro International, HANF FARM, and Hemp Factory after these units generated significant losses and contributed approximately 22% of the parent's fiscal year 2024 revenue, citing sharply declining demand in the hemp food and feed market since March 2026. A preliminary insolvency filing was initiated at the Local Court of Münster, indicating the company is moving toward liquidation or formal insolvency and that operational continuity is no longer supported by its corporate parent.

Name

Hempro International

Legal name

Hempro Int. GmbH

Website

https://hempro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Closed

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hempro International GmbH is a Düsseldorf-based producer and wholesaler of industrial hemp raw materials—seeds, oil, protein, flour, fiber—for European food and feed manufacturers, with sister brands in hemp cosmetics, textiles, and accessories. The unit is in insolvency following parent SYNBIOTIC SE's June 2026 portfolio exit.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Hemp Raw Materials and Hemp-Based Consumer Products

NAICS

Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers (424310)

SIC

Wholesale-Farm Product Raw Materials (5150)

akta.pro primary industry

Hemp & CBD Product Wholesale Distribution (CRAOAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Industrial Hemp Farming (Fiber-Grade) (AFAGAFAC)

Keywords

• Industrial hemp products
• Hemp food ingredients
• Hemp raw materials wholesale
• CBD natural cosmetics
• Hemp textiles and accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Düsseldorf

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. B2B Hemp Raw Material Sales: Wholesale and bulk sales of industrial hemp raw materials (seeds, oil, protein, flour, fiber, leaves) to major wholesalers, food industry manufacturers, and processors globally. Revenue generated through direct B2B sales via dedicated wholesale shop.
2. Private Label Production: Custom manufacturing and production services for customers seeking to sell hemp products under their own brand. Seamless production coordination for customer brands.
3. Branded Consumer Products: End-consumer product sales through HanfHaus online retail channel and global network of wholesalers and retailers. Includes HANF FARM food products, Phytalize CBD cosmetics, The Hemp Line textiles, and PURE Bags accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hempro International GmbH is a producer and wholesaler of industrial hemp raw materials (seeds, oil, protein, flour, fiber, leaves) and hemp-derived consumer products including organic food ingredients, animal feed, CBD cosmetics (Phytalize), sustainable textiles (The Hemp Line), and accessories (PURE Bags). The company sells raw materials and private-label manufacturing services to B2B wholesalers and food industry manufacturers worldwide, and operates branded consumer product lines sold through its HanfHaus online store.

Product overview

Hempro International is a leading producer and wholesaler of industrial hemp raw materials and products in Europe since 2001. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around four main brands: HANF FARM (organic hemp food ingredients including seeds, oils, proteins with 30-80% protein content, flour, fiber, and leaves), Phytalize (CBD cosmetics with natural ingredients), The Hemp Line (sustainable textiles and underwear from hemp and organic cotton), and PURE Bags (eco-friendly accessories from hemp). The B2B segment serves wholesale and food industry customers worldwide, while the B2C segment reaches end consumers through HanfHaus retail locations. The company also provides private label manufacturing services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HanfFarm: Innovative and vegan food products in organic (bio) quality for healthy and conscious nutrition, including hemp oil, shelled hemp nuts, hemp chocolate, sesame bars, and hemp tea.
• Phytalize
• The Hemp Line
• PURE Bags

Products and services

• Hanfsamen (Hemp Seeds) Whole hemp seeds available in untreated or germ-reduced, hulled, and roasted varieties, supplied as food ingredients for B2B manufacturers and food processors.
• Hanföle (Hemp Oils) Cold-pressed native hemp oil, refined hemp oil, and premium Green and Gold varieties produced for food applications and ingredient supply.
• Hanfproteine (Hemp Proteins) Hemp protein powders with protein content grades of 30, 50, 60, 70, and 80 percent, supplied for food and nutrition applications.
• Hanfmehl (Hemp Flour) Gluten-free and nutrient-rich hemp flour as an alternative to conventional grain flours for baking applications.
• Hanf Ballaststoffe (Hemp Fiber) Hemp fiber for digestive health and as a supplement to conventional flour in food applications.
• Hanfblätter (Hemp Leaves) Hemp leaves harvested early and gently dried to preserve ingredients, supplied for tea production.
• Hanf Futtermittel (Hemp Feed Products) Hemp-based animal feed range including whole seeds, hulled seeds, oils, press cake, flour, fiber, protein, and pellets for rodents, fish, birds, horses, dogs, and cats.
• HANF FARM branded food line Branded organic and vegan hemp food products for end consumers, including hemp seeds, oils, proteins, flour, and leaves, plus finished goods such as hemp chocolate, sesame bars, and hemp tea.
• Phytalize CBD cosmetics Natural skincare products with hemp oil and CBD, formulated for demanding skin, free from harmful additives and produced in an environmentally conscious manner.
• The Hemp Line textiles Fair and sustainably produced basics and underwear from hemp fibers and organic cotton for women and men.
• PURE Bags accessories Sustainable bags and accessories made from hemp and organic cotton, combining minimalist design with functionality, including the HF, HV, and HP product series.
• Private label manufacturing Custom manufacturing and white label production service allowing partner brands to sell Hempro hemp products under their own brand with seamless production coordination.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• European Industrial Hemp Association (EIHA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 June 2021Hempro International founder Daniel Kruse serves as President of EIHA, the leading European industrial hemp industry association. EIHA advocates for hemp industry interests including THC regulations, Novel Food requirements, and hemp feed approvals. Hempro actively participates in regulatory discussions and industry initiatives through this partnership.
• HANF FARM GmbHcoreOthersSister company within the Kruse group of hemp companies. HANF FARM specializes in innovative and vegan food products in organic quality for healthy and conscious nutrition. Brand focuses on hemp-based groceries including oil, seeds, chocolate, and sesame bars.
• Hemp Factory GmbHcoreOthersRelated production entity within the Kruse group. Operates solar-powered manufacturing facility for hemp processing. Part of portfolio restructuring announced by SYNBIOTIC SE in June 2026, moving toward liquidation/insolvency along with Hempro and HANF FARM.
• HempConsult GmbHminorOthersRelated consulting entity within the Kruse group, led by Daniel Kruse. Provides expertise in regulatory affairs, THC regulations, and industry analysis. Authored technical papers on THC limits for industrial hemp in the EU.
• Federation of International Hemp Organizations (FIHO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal federation of hemp industry associations launched in 2022. Hempro International supports FIHO's mission to advance hemp research and science for new hemp products and markets including animal feed. Daniel Kruse and related companies participate in international industry coordination.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• HempFlax: Dutch industrial hemp cultivator and processor supplying hemp fibers, shives, seeds, and hurd for food, feed, and technical applications across Europe. Closest direct competitor to Hempro on the raw materials wholesale side, with overlapping product range and customer base.
• Dun Agro Hemp Group: Dutch vertically integrated hemp producer covering cultivation, processing, animal bedding, and bio-composite materials. Competes with Hempro in European industrial hemp fiber and raw material supply with a similar farm-to-customer model.
• HemPoland: Polish processor and distributor of hemp seeds, hemp seed oil, protein powders, and hemp food ingredients into European food and cosmetics channels. Direct overlap with Hempro's HANF FARM and raw material wholesale offering.
• Hanf & Natur: German hemp foods and cosmetics brand selling hemp seeds, oils, proteins, teas, and CBD cosmetics direct-to-consumer. Closest German competitor on the B2C side to Hempro's HanfHaus and Phytalize ranges.

Broad incumbents

• Charlotte's Web Holdings: US-listed vertically integrated hemp wellness company producing CBD extracts, topicals, and pet products at scale. Comparable on the branded CBD/hemp wellness angle that overlaps with Hempro's Phytalize cosmetics line, though operating at much larger scale in North America.
• Ecofibre: Australia- and US-based hemp foods and CBD products company selling hemp protein, hemp seeds, and hemp oil under Ananda Food and Hemp Black brands. Comparable as a multi-brand industrial hemp foods and wellness platform, with overlap in hemp food ingredients and CBD consumer products.
• Canopy Growth Corporation: Large Canadian cannabis and hemp consumer products company. While primarily focused on medical and recreational cannabis, it also operates hemp wellness and food products and represents the scale incumbent that Hempro's hemp food business could be folded into.
• HempFusion: US CBD and hemp-derived supplements brand distributed through mass retail. Adjacent incumbent on the CBD wellness and supplements side that competes for shelf space and retail buyers alongside Phytalize.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hempro
• Facebookfacebook.com/HemproInternational
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hempro-international
• Instagraminstagram.com/hempro_int/?hl=de

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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