Spiber

Brewed Protein materials for a sustainable future

Tokyo, Japan · Founded 2007 · $807.6M raised

Headquarters
Tokyo
Employees
201–500
Founded
2007
Business Model
B2B
Website
spiber.inc
Total Funding
$807.6M
Last Round
$65.0M Venture RoundDec 2024
Rounds
5

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About

Spiber Inc. is a Japanese biotechnology company founded in 2007, headquartered in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. The company pioneers Brewed Protein materials — microbially fermented structural proteins that can be processed into fibers, resins, composites, and gels. Spiber collaborates with major apparel brands including The North Face and Sacai to replace petrochemical-derived materials with sustainable, bio-based alternatives.

Summary

Spiber is a Biotech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2007. It has raised $807.6M in total across 5 rounds, most recently a $65.0M Venture Round in Dec 2024. Investors include The Carlyle Group, Kansai Paint and Baillie Gifford.

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Funding History

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