Summary
- Profile Type
- Business Offer
- POD Reference
- BOES20250513013
- Term of Validity
- 13 May 2025 - 13 May 2026
- Company's Country
- Spain
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Targeted Countries
- All countries
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General information
- Short Summary
- A Spanish SME in the environmental sector has developed and patented a technology that transforms used vegetable oil into an essential product, soap, in an automatic, easy, safe, and cost-effective manner. This innovation is available through two products: a small appliance designed for households, and an industrial-grade equipment for businesses, communities, hospitals, and other institutions. The company is looking for distributors for both products.
- Full Description
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A Spanish company has focused on designing, developing, and manufacturing technologies that promote on-site waste recovery and the reduction of plastic packaging usage, with an initial focus on the valorisation of used vegetable oil. Since 2018, the company has undertaken an intensive research and development process (which is still ongoing) in collaboration with renowned partners such as the Public University of Navarra and the LEITAT technology centre in Spain. This effort led to the development of a patented technology that enables the on-site conversion of used vegetable oil into natural soap.
At a commercial level, the company has two product lines, each targeting entirely different customer segments. The first product based on this technology is a small household appliance. Launched in 2023, this appliance utilizes a system of biodegradable capsules to facilitate the saponification process at home. Furthermore, reinforcing the company’s strong foundation in innovation and development, in 2024, the technology was scaled up with the creation of a fully functional prototype of a new industrial-grade equipment is designed for the HORECA (Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes) sector as well as public entities such as municipalities, regional communities, and hospitals. They both transform used vegetable oil into multipurpose soap, one on a small scale, and the other on a large scale, handling substantial volumes efficiently.
For their small household appliance, they operate in the B2C segment, with their primary target customers being households. In short, any home that generates used vegetable oil as waste and consumes soap or detergent could be a potential customer. However, their ideal target customers are environmentally conscious households (those highly aware of recycling and waste recovery) who also prefer ecological, natural, and chemical-free products.
Regarding commercialization and sales, they conducted a pre-sale phase in the second half of 2023 to test the product, as well as their quality control, logistics, and after-sales systems. Deliveries took place in the first quarter of 2024. As of September 2024, they have been actively commercializing their small household appliance.
For their industrial equipment, they operate in the B2B segment. Their customers include:
- Public sector: Waste management authorities, municipalities, public entities, healthcare facilities, and public educational institutions that have high vegetable oil consumption and consequently generate significant amounts of used vegetable oil as waste. At the same time, these institutions require large quantities of detergents for cleaning their facilities and textiles.
- Private sector: Specifically targeting the HORECA industry and collective establishments. (Entities with high vegetable oil consumption and, therefore, high waste generation (restaurants, hotels, campsites, private healthcare and educational centers, nursing homes, and student residences) could greatly benefit from a sustainable solution for this highly polluting waste. Moreover, they could achieve significant cost savings on detergents and cleaning products.
The company is looking for commercial partners to establish distribution and commercial agreements across Europe. Their goal is to build a strong and sustainable distribution network to ensure accessibility and market penetration throughout Europe. - Advantages and Innovations
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The company offers a new and innovative product, featuring disruptive technology that currently does not exist and has the potential to reshape the market for recycling and valorisation of used vegetable oil, both in domestic, public, and business environments.
The key differentiating factor lies in their innovative, unique, and patented technology, which transforms and valorises used vegetable oil into soap for various uses (laundry, multipurpose, shampoo, gels, etc.)—in an automatic, easy, and cost-effective manner. This can be achieved through a small household appliance and through an industrial equipment. Both solutions are safe and user-friendly.
Key innovations
• On-site transformation at the source (homes, businesses, and public institutions).
• Patented and proprietary technology that automates the soap-making process.
• Biodegradable capsule system that ensures a hassle-free experience for households.
• Industrial-scale efficiency, thanks to its industrial-grade equipment, which provides a cost-effective solution for businesses and public institutions, allowing them to convert large volumes of oil into multi-purpose soap for their own use.
Main advantages
• Significant cost savings by generating their own cleaning products from waste oil.
• Elimination of collection and disposal costs, reducing or eliminating the need for third-party oil collection services.
• Sustainability and environmental impact, preventing pollution of water sources, supporting the circular economy, and contributing to waste reduction goals.
• Market differentiation and ESG (environmental, social and corporate governance) compliance. Companies using this technology can enhance their sustainability credentials, improving their corporate image and compliance with environmental regulations. - Stage of Development
- Already on the market
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- Goal 14: Life Below Water
- Goal 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
- Goal 15: Life on Land
- Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- IPR status
- IPR applied but not yet granted
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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The company is looking for supplier agreements with strategic partners who can contribute to their mission of transforming used vegetable oil into a valuable and sustainable resource. Their goal is to build a solid network of commercial partners who share their vision and can help accelerate their growth and market expansion.
The company is looking for distributors, retailers, and strategic organizations willing to integrate their solutions into their portfolios and facilitate their market penetration across Europe and beyond. Their ideal partners should:
• Have experience in distribution within the appliance, sustainability, or waste valorisation sectors.
• Be committed to eco-friendly and circular economy solutions, aligning with their mission.
• Possess an established commercial network that allows rapid scalability and expansion.
• Support after-sales services, ensuring customer satisfaction and product adoption. - Type and Size of Partner
- SME <=10
- SME 11-49
- SME 50 - 249
- Big company
- Other
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
Dissemination
- Technology keywords
- 03004011 - Care, Hygiene, Beauty
- 03004009 - Soaps, detergents
- 10003004 - Recycling, Recovery
- 010002009 - Water Pollution / Treatment
- 03010 - Household Goods & Appliances
- Market keywords
- 08004003 - Water treatment equipment and waste disposal systems
- 08004004 - Other pollution and recycling related
- 07004004 - Housewares
- 07004002 - Health and beauty aids
- 07004008 - Other consumer products
- Targeted countries
- All countries