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Pioneering sustainable ingredients production in Denmark

Biosyntia, located in København, Denmark, emerged from the Centre for Biosustainability at the Technical University of Denmark. As a cosmetic lab and biotechnology company, it transforms the production of natural ingredients through innovative microbial fermentation processes.

Advanced technology for natural ingredient production

The company’s proprietary Biosynthetic Selections™ technology enables testing millions of engineered microorganisms weekly, reducing traditional testing costs by 40x. This breakthrough approach supports the development of sustainable alternatives to conventional crop extraction and petrochemical synthesis methods.

Core services and expertise

• Strain engineering and optimization
• Bioprocess development
• Natural ingredients production
• Sustainable manufacturing solutions

Research and development capabilities

With a team of 20 specialists based at their København facility, Biosyntia combines expertise in strain engineering, fermentation optimization, and bioprocess development. The company focuses on expanding its product portfolio through established microbial processes, particularly in vitamins and plant-derived bioactives.

Investment and growth

Biosyntia has secured EUR 10 million in funding, including EUR 4 million from national grants, demonstrating Denmark’s commitment to supporting innovative biotechnology ventures. This backing enables the company to advance its sustainable production methods and expand its influence in the European biotechnology sector.

Location and facilities

Operating from Fruebjergvej in København, Biosyntia’s facilities house state-of-the-art fermentation and bioprocess development equipment. The strategic location in Denmark’s capital provides access to a rich network of research institutions and industry partners in the Nordic biotechnology hub.