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PureTrace Labs
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Startup
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2025 |
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Hi we’re PureTrace Labs!
PureTrace Labs is a New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) startup. It has introduced a new, rapid screening technology utilizing paper spray mass spectrometry to detect per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), or "forever chemicals," in various materials within minutes. This method offers a significantly faster alternative to traditional lab testing, which often takes days due to extensive sample preparation.
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NanoFrontier
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Startup
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2025 |
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Hi we’re NanoFrontier!
NanoFrontier is a Japanese startup spun out of Tohoku University, leveraging proprietary nanoparticle technology backed by Japan’s Go-Tech Program to enable low-cost, real-time PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) detection and removal. The company is developing advanced nano-dyes for precise PFAS sensing and nanomaterial-enhanced membranes for efficient filtration, addressing key challenges in treating PFAS-contaminated water.
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Ecofilter Tek
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Startup
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2021 |
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Hi we’re Ecofilter Tek!
Ecofilter Tek is a cleantech company offering innovative, sustainable solutions for removing PFAS ("forever chemicals") from water using its proprietary Charge-Switching Technology, primarily through its AmphoRes ion exchange resin that regenerates with just water and a simple pH adjustment, making it eco-friendly and cost-effective compared to traditional, chemical-intensive methods for tackling these persistent contaminants in industrial and municipal water.
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Nanize
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Startup
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2019 |
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Hi we’re Nanize!
Nanize is a company developing advanced, PFAS-free (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) nanotechnology coatings, acting as a sustainable, high-performance alternative to traditional PFAS-based treatments (like Teflon) for industries seeking non-stick, water-repellent, and durable surfaces without the environmental risks of "forever chemicals". They use polysilazane coatings and partner with AI firms like OpenQQuantify to create intelligent, eco-friendly material solutions for electronics, aerospace, and manufacturing, responding to growing global regulations against harmful PFAS.
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OpenQQuantify
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Startup
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2022 |
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Hi we’re OpenQQuantify!
OpenQQuantify is a company that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to develop sustainable, high-performance materials. They specifically focus on creating PFAS-free alternatives in collaboration with Nanize, aiming to replace harmful "forever chemicals" in industrial coatings and manufacturing.
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Calyxia
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Industry Player
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2015 |
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Hi we’re Calyxia!
Calyxia is a GreenTech company using microencapsulation to create sustainable alternatives, including their Calyshield™ L, a key product that's a PFAS- and silicone-free lubricant for coatings, elastomers, textiles, and leather, offering controlled release and durability while replacing problematic substances like PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) for better environmental performance. Their tech also includes Catalyx H for epoxy systems, addressing sustainability in advanced materials.
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Brenntag
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Industry Player
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1874 |
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Hi we’re Brenntag!
Brenntag, a global chemical distributor, is actively involved with PFAS by offering solutions to remove them from water (using activated carbon) and by distributing new, sustainable alternatives like Calyxia's Calyshield L, a PFAS- and silicone-free lubricant, addressing regulatory pressures and industry demand for safer materials in coatings, elastomers, and more, positioning itself as a partner for compliance and innovation in the face of PFAS restrictions.
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FUST Lab
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Startup
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2022 |
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Hi we’re FUST Lab!
FUST Lab is a Korean deep-tech company that uses focused ultrasonic technology to break down and treat Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in industrial wastewater. Their system, called CAVITOX, offers a sustainable and filter-free alternative to traditional methods like incineration.
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