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Plantsalt
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Plantsalt is a food-tech startup pioneering sodium reduction through circular economy principles. Our portfolio is built on plant-based potassium chloride, recovered from side streams of carrageenan production, and tailored to specific food applications. These sustainable salt alternatives replicate the taste and functionality of sodium chloride while lowering sodium content, enabling healthier products without flavor compromise. In parallel, we are developing plant extracts to further expand our offering. Founded by CEO Daniel Siebert and CTO Karl, Plantsalt drives innovation at the intersection of nutrition and sustainability.
About their technology: PlantSalt upcycles carrageenan side streams into plant-based potassium chloride, delivering sustainable, cost-efficient sodium reduction solutions for food manufacturers while enabling premium positioning and forming the basis of a growing portfolio.
Company HQ location: Berlin, Germany
Number of employees: 4
Founded in: 2024
Looking to engage with: Food manufacturers, ingredient players, and investors – especially VCs and strategic backers aiming to capture the fast-growing food-grade KCl market with more cost-efficient solutions that still enable premium positioning.
Raised so far: Pre-seed funding & grants
Backed by: Early-stage investors and Berlin Investment Bank (IBB).
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