What NANOFERT does

NANOFERT is a Brazilian company founded in 2023 and headquartered in São Paulo that commercializes a portfolio of liquid foliar nanofertilizers developed in partnership with IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative) and IFFCO-Nanoventions. The company's core technology rests on bioencapsulated nanoparticles smaller than 100 nanometers — for example, NANO UREIA contains 20–50nm particles and NanoBalance Nitro uses 60nm particles — that enable claimed foliar absorption above 90% within six hours, controlled nutrient release, and a 20% increase in photosynthetic efficiency. The portfolio spans NANO UREIA, NANO DAP, and the NanoBalance sub-line (Nitro, Kali, Bor, SurfaFour), with an expanded nine-product range launched in January 2025.

The company serves Brazilian agricultural producers cultivating row crops (soy, corn, wheat, rice, sorghum), coffee, citrus, cotton, sugarcane, potatoes, cassava, and horticulture. Sales are executed via direct WhatsApp contact with technical specialists and a website catalog request form; pricing is not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market is sales-led, anchored on technical specialist support, field-trial validation by Fundação MT (14% soybean productivity gain in Itiquira) and APTA, government engagement in Mato Grosso, and earned media coverage in Valor Econômico and Globo Rural.

In 2025, NANOFERT began construction of its first Brazilian manufacturing plant via Nanoventions Brasil, a subsidiary of IFFCO Nanoventions, transitioning from imported Indian-made products to domestic production. This move targets Brazil's structural reliance on fertilizer imports (85% of supply) and the US$8 billion Brazilian nanofertilizer TAM. The company holds 20-year patent protection in India, more than 10 international certifications (OECD, India Department of Science & Technology), and operates with a small core team while drawing on IFFCO-Nanoventions' 40-plus R&D scientists.

Name

NANOFERT

Legal name

NANOFERT

Website

https://nanofert.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

NANOFERT is a Brazilian company founded in 2023 that commercializes patented liquid nanofertilizers (NANO UREIA, NANO DAP, NanoBalance line) for Brazilian agricultural producers across row crops, coffee, cotton, sugarcane, and horticulture, leveraging a strategic partnership with IFFCO.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Specialty Fertilizers

NAICS

Fertilizer and Compost Manufacturing (32531), Nitrogenous Fertilizer Manufacturing (325311), Phosphatic Fertilizer Manufacturing (325312)

SIC

Agricultural Chemicals (2870)

akta.pro primary industry

Foliar Fertilizers & Foliar Nutrition Programs (AFABACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Liquid Specialty Fertilizers (Suspensions, Solutions, UAN Blends) (AFABACAF), NPK & Compound/Blended Fertilizers (IMAEAEAD)

Keywords

• Foliar nanofertilizers
• Agricultural specialty fertilizers
• Plant nutrition nanotechnology
• Controlled release fertilizers
• Liquid crop nutrition

Headquarters

HQ city

Brazil

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Nanofertilizer Product Sales: NANOFERT generates revenue from the sale of liquid nanofertilizer products including NANO UREIA, NANO DAP, and the NanoBalance product line (NanoBalance Nitro, NanoBalance Kali, NANO SURFAFOUR). Products are sold directly to Brazilian agricultural producers via WhatsApp contact and website catalog requests. In 2025, the company began manufacturing in Brazil via its Nanoventions Brasil subsidiary to reduce import dependency and lower costs.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

NANOFERT sells a portfolio of liquid nanofertilizers for foliar application in Brazilian agriculture, headlined by NANO UREIA (nitrogen), NANO DAP (phosphorus/nitrogen), and the NanoBalance line (Nitro, Kali, Bor, plus NANO SURFAFOUR and nanoadjuvants). Products use patented nano-structured particles under 100 nanometers, bioencapsulated in biodegradable polymers, to deliver >90% foliar absorption within 6 hours, controlled nutrient release, and a 20% increase in photosynthetic efficiency. The company sells directly to Brazilian agricultural producers across soybeans, corn, coffee, cotton, sugarcane, horticulture, and fruits, with a Brazilian factory being built via Nanoventions Brasil starting 2025.

Product overview

NANOFERT is a Brazilian company offering a portfolio of liquid nanofertilizers developed with patented nanotechnology for foliar application. The product lineup centers on three core nanofertilizer brands (NANO UREIA, NANO DAP, and NANOBALANCE NITRO) featuring bioencapsulated nanoparticles under 100nm for enhanced plant absorption and controlled nutrient release. The Nanobalance sub-line extends the portfolio with crop-specific formulations including NANOBALANCE KALI (potassium), NanoBalance Bor (boron), and NANO SURFAFOUR (with Zwitter Ionic spray technology). Supporting products include nanoadjuvants and premium soluble fertilizers with advanced chelation. The complete portfolio is designed for foliar application across all major Brazilian crops (soybeans, corn, coffee, sugarcane, cotton, fruits, vegetables) with claimed absorption rates exceeding 90% and significant yield improvements versus conventional fertilizers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NANO UREIA: Nanofertilizer foliar nitrogenado com nanotecnologia - nanopartículas bioencapsuladas entre 20 a 50 nm, mais de 90% de absorção foliar.
• NANO DAP
• NANOBALANCE NITRO
• NanoBalance Kali
• NANO SURFAFOUR
• Linha de Nutrição com Nanotecnologia

Products and services

• NANO UREIA Liquid nitrogen nanofertilizer foliar spray with bioencapsulated nanoparticles between 20–50 nm; claims over 90% foliar absorption, a 20% increase in photosynthetic efficiency, and a 500ml dose equivalent to a 45kg bag of conventional urea. Designed for Brazilian agricultural producers across row crops, coffee, cotton, sugarcane, horticulture, and fruits.
• NANO DAP Phosphorus and nitrogen nanofertilizer foliar with nanoparticles under 100 nm, containing 8.0% N and 16.0% P2O5, bioencapsulated in 100% biodegradable polymers for controlled release with nutrient use efficiency up to 90% under ideal conditions. Developed for Brazilian agricultural producers and validated in soybean field trials by Fundação MT.
• NanoBalance Nitro (20:5:5+2S) Liquid macronutrient nanofertilizer with compostion N-20%, P-5%, K-5%, S-2% and nanostructures at 60 nanometers that reduce surface tension and improve contact angle on leaves for faster absorption. Marketed to Brazilian producers across corn, sorghum, wheat, rice, sugarcane, coffee, cotton, potatoes, and leafy vegetables.
• NanoBalance Kali Potassium nanofertilizer formulated for high-performance horticulture and fruit production, enhancing quality attributes such as visual appearance, taste, firmness, and durability. Targeted at Brazilian hortifruti producers.
• NANO SURFAFOUR Adjuvant product featuring Zwitter Ionic technology for foliar spray optimization, reducing losses and promoting more productive and sustainable cultivation. Designed for Brazilian agricultural producers using nanofertilizer programs.
• NanoBalance Bor Boron micronutrient nanofertilizer that uses nanotechnology to overcome boron mobility barriers in plants, increasing productivity and nutrient use efficiency without waste. Targeted at Brazilian cotton and other crops where boron mobility limits yield.
• Nanoadjuvantes Nanoadjuvant product line designed to enhance spray application efficiency and compatibility with the NANOFERT nanofertilizer portfolio. Used by Brazilian agricultural producers to optimize foliar applications.
• Fertilizantes Solúveis Premium Premium soluble fertilizers using advanced chelation and nanoencapsulation technology for micronutrients, featuring 100% biodegradable polymers free of EDTA. Targeted at Brazilian agricultural producers seeking high-purity foliar and fertigation nutrition.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 90% foliar absorption rate within up to 6 hours
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and supporting.

• IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNANOFERT operates as the Brazilian partner of IFFCO, bringing IFFCO's patented nanofertilizer technology to Brazil. IFFCO is India's largest fertilizer cooperative, a world leader in nanofertilizer production at scale, and cited in Brazil's National Fertilizer Plan (PNF 2050). IFFCO serves over 50 million farmers. NANOFERT imports IFFCO-manufactured nanofertilizers (NANO UREIA, NANO DAP) and began building a local factory in Brazil via IFFCO Nanoventions in 2025 to reduce import dependency.
• IFFCO-Nanoventions Private Limited (NVPL)coreTechnology or IntegrationIFFCO-Nanoventions is IFFCO's R&D subsidiary that developed and patents the nanofertilizer technology used by NANOFERT. The entity employs over 40 specialized scientists and operates advanced laboratories (HPLC, ICP-OES, GC-MS, BET surface analyzer, optical tensiometer) for continuous product development and quality control. NANOFERT brings NVPL-developed products to Brazil.
• Nanoventions BrasilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNanoventions Brasil is the Brazilian subsidiary of IFFCO Nanoventions, established to build and operate a nanofertilizer manufacturing plant in Brazil starting 2025. The factory represents a landmark for Brazilian national agriculture, aiming to reduce Brazil's 85% dependency on imported fertilizers and serve the Brazilian market with locally produced nanofertilizers.
• Fundação MT (Fundação de Melhoramento de Plantas)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFundação MT (Fundação de Melhoramento de Plantas) is conducting field trials of NANOFERT nanofertilizers in Brazil. Trials in soybean crops in Itiquira, MT showed a 14% productivity increase using NANO DAP. Ongoing trials cover corn, sugarcane, cotton, and coffee.
• APTA (Agência Paulista de Tecnologias do Agronegócio)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAPTA (São Paulo Agency for Agribusiness Technology) is conducting field trials of NANOFERT nanofertilizers in Brazil alongside Fundação MT, validating nanofertilizer performance across different Brazilian crops and conditions.
• Government of Mato GrossocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNANOFERT, in partnership with IFFCO, met with authorities of the Government of Mato Grosso (Brazil's largest agricultural state) including Vice-Governor Otaviano Pivetta and Secretary of Economic Development César Alberto Miranda Lima. The meeting, attended by IFFCO directors Dr. Yogendra Kumar, Girish Sharma, and A. Lakshmanan alongside NANOFERT directors Fausto Caron and Ritesh Sharma, discussed the advancement and impact of NANO DAP and NANO UREIA products and economic development for local farmers.
• INCT Nano-Agro (Instituto Nacional de Ciência e Tecnologia de Nanotecnologia para Agricultura Sustentável)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerINCT Nano-Agro is a national institute supported by Brazil's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI) and CNPq, coordinated by Professor Halley Caixeta de Oliveira at UFMT, with over 30 researchers, 86 scholarship holders, and 31 collaborators. It received R$ 7.8 million in investment to qualify professionals and produce knowledge for applying nanotechnology in sustainable agriculture. NANOFERT engages with INCT Nano-Agro for scientific validation and research collaboration.
• GNano/USP (Grupo de Nanomedicina e Nanotoxicologia)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerGNano is coordinated by Professor Valtencion Zucolotto at the Institute of Physics of USP São Carlos and the Institute for Advanced Studies (IEA)/USP. NANOFERT collaborates with GNano for scientific credibility and research validation of nanotechnology applications in agriculture, leveraging the group's expertise in nanomaterial characterization and safety.
• OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development)supportingOthersNANOFERT products have received OECD certifications for safety, quality of production process, and environmental sustainability. The OECD provides international validation of nanofertilizer safety and compliance standards.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Mosaic Company: Major global phosphate and potash producer with crop nutrition and agricultural input offerings. Comparable to NANOFERT in the broader fertilizer and crop nutrition market — particularly relevant given Mosaic's phosphate exposure and Brazilian market presence via its Mosaic Fertilizantes business.
• Yara International: Global fertilizer leader with broad specialty crop nutrition and foliar product lines. Comparable to NANOFERT as a competing provider of crop nutrient solutions to Brazilian and global agricultural producers, though Yara operates at vastly larger scale across nitrogen, NPK, and specialty plant nutrition.
• Compo Expert: Specialty fertilizer producer offering foliar, slow-release, and biostimulant products for horticulture, turf, and agriculture. Comparable to NANOFERT as a specialty fertilizer provider with foliar and micronutrient solutions, particularly in horticulture and high-value crops.
• Haifa Group: Israel-based specialty fertilizer company offering foliar nutrition, controlled-release, and water-soluble fertilizers for high-value crops. Comparable to NANOFERT as a specialty/foliar fertilizer provider targeting similar crop segments, though Haifa's portfolio is broader and globally established.
• ICL Group: Specialty plant nutrition and fertilizer producer with foliar and specialty fertilizer offerings for global agriculture. Comparable to NANOFERT in the specialty/foliar fertilizer space, though ICL operates across a much broader portfolio including phosphate, potash, and specialty plant nutrition.
• EuroChem Group: Global nitrogen and specialty fertilizer producer with operations spanning Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Comparable to NANOFERT as a competing nitrogen and complex fertilizer supplier serving Brazilian agricultural producers through established distribution networks.
• K+S Aktiengesellschaft: European fertilizer and salt producer with plant nutrition offerings including potassium and magnesium products for agriculture. Comparable to NANOFERT in the broader specialty fertilizer category, with overlap in potassium-based crop nutrition (relevant given NANOFERT's NanoBalance Kali product).
• SQM (Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile): Global specialty plant nutrition leader with strong Latin American presence and specialty crop nutrition portfolio. Comparable to NANOFERT in the specialty plant nutrition space serving Latin American agricultural producers, including potassium and nitrogen solutions.

Emerging players

• Verdesian Life Sciences: Specialty crop input company focused on plant nutrition, micronutrients, and biological products for sustainable agriculture. Comparable to NANOFERT as a specialty/foliar crop nutrition player targeting similar customer profiles (row crop and specialty crop producers) with sustainability-aligned inputs.

Direct peers

• IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative): IFFCO is the technology partner and de facto parent of NANOFERT, producing the exact same NANO UREIA and NANO DAP nanofertilizers at its Gandhinagar, India plant (Rs 300 crore investment, 42M bottle NANO DAP capacity). Directly comparable as a producer of nanofertilizers at scale serving 50M+ farmers, making it the closest functional peer despite the partnership rather than competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@NANOFERT
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nanofert

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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