Chitelix
Marine biotechnology

Sustainable Bio-Ingredients

From marine resources to high-value biomaterials

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Chitosan production in the lab
Our purpose

Producing chitosan, a sustainable and eco-friendly biopolymer

CHITELIX is an innovative biotech company specialised in producing chitosan and bio-ingredients by up-cycling seafood byproducts.

Developing sustainable bio-based solutions while reducing marine waste and environmental impact.

A circular economy approach transforming marine co-products into valuable, high-performance materials.

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Seafood by-products — shrimp shells
Circular economy

Upcycling seafood byproducts

Turning marine waste into high-value biomaterials.

CHITELIX converts seafood by-products into chitosan, a high-performance biopolymer with applications across agriculture, industry, and environmental fields. Through a science-driven and circular approach, we transform underutilized resources into scalable, sustainable innovations.

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Chitosan powder and shellfish

What is chitosan?

  • Chitosan is a unique multifunctional natural biopolymer.
  • It's the next-generation alternative to replace synthetic chemical ingredients in 500+ industries.
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Built on strong collaborations

Our Partners

We partner with investors, R&D leaders, and innovation ecosystems to scale sustainable solutions. Meet the partners behind our growth.

STB Invest
Accelerateur.M
BH Equity
Startup Village
STB Manager
World Economic Forum
UpLink
Recognized for innovation

Awards

Top Innovator
WeMed Mediterranean Sustainability Award 2024
SME Climate Hub
SME Climate Hub — Committed 2025
Impact for our circular economy model

Our Commitment

We Craft Sustainable & Ecofriendly Bio-Ingredients

Local sourcing

Sourcing seafood by-products from local communities for minimal environmental impact.

Zero waste technology

Utilizing advanced technology to ensure 100% of by-products are transformed into valuable materials.

Sustainable Products

Creating products that support a healthier planet and contribute to environmental well-being.

Eco-Social Impact

Driving positive change with every innovation for communities and ecosystems.

What makes Chitelix unique

What makes us unique?

Where marine resources meet science, innovation, and scalable impact.

Marine-based resources
Circular innovation
Research-driven development
Scalable applications

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