W-Cycle

Compostable Packaging Made from Sugarcane Byproducts for Sustainable Solutions

Agriculture & Food Technologies
Active
Seed Gan Shmuel Founded 2016
Total raised
$6.7M
Last: Undisclosed 2025-03
Stage
Seed
Founded
2016
Headcount
9
HQ
Gan Shmuel
Sector
Agriculture & Food Technologies

About

W-Cycle develops sustainable food packaging solutions using SupraPulp™, a patented material made from sugarcane bagasse, an agricultural byproduct. Designed to replace traditional plastic, aluminum, or foam containers, SupraPulp™ is durable, oil- and water-resistant, and suitable for extreme temperatures, making it versatile for various food applications. The material is 100% compostable, breaking down naturally without leaving harmful residues. W-Cycle collaborates with food manufacturers, institutions, and restaurants to offer eco-friendly packaging solutions tailored to their needs.

Funding history · 4 rounds · $6.7M total

2025-03
Undisclosed Undisclosed
2024-11
Undisclosed $3.5M
2023-08
Equity crowdfunding Undisclosed
2023-05
Seed $3.3M

Company Intelligence Q&A

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What is W-Cycle's core product?
W-Cycle develops sustainable food packaging solutions using SupraPulp™, a patented material made from sugarcane bagasse, an agricultural byproduct.
When was W-Cycle founded?
W-Cycle was founded in August 2016.
What is the total amount of funding W-Cycle has raised?
According to startupim data, W-Cycle has raised a total of $6.7 million USD across multiple funding rounds. For a full financing history, please refer to startupim.
Which company invested in W-Cycle in November 2024 and March 2025?
Melhoramentos invested in W-Cycle in an undisclosed round in November 2024 and again in March 2025.
What was a significant partnership announced by W-Cycle in November 2024?
In November 2024, W-Cycle and Melhoramentos joined forces to produce compostable food containers.
What is the primary environmental benefit of W-Cycle's SupraPulp™ material?
SupraPulp™ is 100% compostable, breaking down naturally within 100 days without leaving harmful residues, which helps reduce plastic waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
How many employees does W-Cycle currently have?
W-Cycle currently has 9 employees.
What markets does W-Cycle target with its sustainable packaging solutions?
W-Cycle targets global markets, including Europe, Asia, Israel, South America, and North America.

Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Agriculture & Food Technologies
Sub-sectors
Agriculture & Food TechnologiesFood TechFood Trade & ServicesProduce PreservationClimate TechClean Industry Tech Sustainable Materials & Circularity
Technologies
Materials & Substances
Target customers
Food Retail & ConsumptionHomeRestaurantsIndustrial Manufacturing
Business model
B2BB2B2C

Highlights

Climate Tech1 PatentsVerified

Tags

fibersfood-industrycircular-economyfood-and-beverageorganic-wastepackaging-and-containersbiodegradablematerialsclimate-techrestaurantswaste-techairlines