Checkerspot, Inc.
Tiny Molecules. Big Impact.
San Francisco, United States · Founded 2016 · $109.0M raised
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California
- Employees
- 11–50
- Founded
- 2016
- Business Model
- B2B
- Website
- checkerspot.com
- Total Funding
- $109.0M
- Last Round
- $55.0M Series CFeb 2023
- Rounds
- 5
About
Checkerspot is a biotechnology company that designs and scales high-value fats and oils through precision microalgae fermentation. Its platform produces healthier, more stable alternatives to conventional fats for food, nutrition, and personal care industries, eliminating reliance on unpredictable natural supply chains. With over 30 years of combined expertise in microalgal strain development and fermentation technology, Checkerspot delivers tailored lipid molecules from concept to commercial scale.
Summary
Checkerspot, Inc. is a Food & Beverage company based in San Francisco, United States, founded in 2016. It has raised $109.0M in total across 5 rounds, most recently a $55.0M Series C round in Feb 2023. Investors include Viking Global, Builders VC and KdT Ventures.
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