Avisco

Biotechnology and Specialty Agriculture

Agriculture & Food Technologies
Non Active, Aug 2024 ceased to operate
Pre-Funding Qatsrin, Israel Founded 2002
Last updated 2026-06-18
Total raised
Stage
Pre-Funding
Founded
2002
Headcount
6
HQ
Qatsrin, Israel
Sector
Agriculture & Food Technologies

About

Avisco is a biotechnology company introducing Inula viscosa from the wild for cultivation as a standardized crop. The company specializes in Inula viscosa cultivation, processing, extraction, production, standardization, and quality control for a wide range of proprietary herbal therapeutic and skincare formulations. Avisco holds patents for its technology and products such as AIVOREX, a standardized Inula viscosa oleo resin extract, as well as the intellectual property rights to unpublished studies and Inula viscosa extract applications. Avisco also developed a nontoxic preservative, for use in skincare products and deodorants, and an Inula viscosa extract-based marine anti-fouling coating, which is nontoxic to marine life and friendly to the aquatic environment. This product offers an alternative to heavy-metal-based anti-fouling coatings banned worldwide for their damage to marine life. The company was the first place winner of the global GC3 Challenge for Novel Green Preservatives.

Q&A

What is Avisco's primary business?
Avisco is a biotechnology company focused on introducing Inula viscosa from the wild for cultivation as a standardized crop. They specialize in its cultivation, processing, extraction, production, standardization, and quality control for herbal therapeutic and skincare formulations.
What is the current status of Avisco?
Avisco is currently inactive, having ceased operations in August 2024.
Where is Avisco headquartered?
Avisco is headquartered in Qatsrin, North District, Israel.
What are some of Avisco's key products or technologies?
Avisco holds patents for products like AIVOREX, a standardized Inula viscosa oleo resin extract. They also developed a nontoxic preservative for skincare and deodorants, and an Inula viscosa extract-based marine anti-fouling coating.
Has Avisco received any notable awards or recognitions?
Avisco was the first-place winner of the global GC3 Challenge for Novel Green Preservatives.
In which sector does Avisco primarily operate?
Avisco's primary sector is Agriculture & Food Technologies.
Does Avisco hold any patents?
Yes, Avisco holds patents for its technology and products.

Team · 1

Ur Finkelstein
Founder · Founder, CEO & Chairman

Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Agriculture & Food Technologies
Sub-sectors
Climate TechFood & Land UseSustainable FarmingClean Industry Tech Sustainable Materials & CircularityAgriculture & Food TechnologiesAg TechGenetics & InputFarm Equipment & Treatment
Technologies
BiologicalsHerbals
Target customers
Industrial ManufacturingHybrid IndustriesFertilizers & PesticidesHealthcare & Life SciencesLife SciencesPharmaceuticals
Business model
B2GB2B

Highlights

1 PatentsVerified

Tags

sustainable-farmingcropsherbal-medicinetherapeuticsbiotechnologyagtechpest-controlclimate-techpharmaceuticalscosmetic-companiesmarinefood-and-beverageskin-carenovel-ingredientsmaterials
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Identifiers & details

Founded2002-2
Employees (exact)6
Status reasonNon Active, Aug 2024 ceased to operate