Dimpora

Dimpora is a Swedish startup that offers bio-based and mono-material polymer choices for the outdoor sector. The company uses its membrane technology for its polymer, designing eco-friendly and high-performance solutions. The advanced microporous membranes, free from PFAS, are claimed to have qualities like remarkable waterproofing, breathability, resilience, and elasticity. These attributes render them suitable for various industries. However, as of August 2023, their application is primarily centered around clothing. Using the membranes, the company crafts laminates (a membrane laminated to a fabric or between two of them) that can be easily recycled as part of post-industrial or post-consumer waste management. As of August 2023, the company had developed three membrane technologies: 3D Dimpora membrane, Sane membrane, and the Dimpora eco purTM membrane for breathable, waterproof, eco-friendly clothing. The company reported that it was scaling production to go into the growth stage.

Key customers and partnerships

The company operates a B2B business model, primarily targeting outdoor brands that want to offer their customers a sustainable product. The company supplies these businesses with laminate creations of its own, bringing the product closer to end use. As of 2021, the company reported that it partnered with Swiss outdoor brand Rotauf and was looking to collaborate with more famous brands. It also aimed to extend its technology's reach by extending application methods on textiles.

Funding and financials

In May 2021, the company raised over CHF 2.1 million (~USD 2.4 million) in a seed financing round led by High-Tech Gründerfonds, Safer Made, and Closed Loop Partners. In May 2023, the company raised an undisclosed amount in funding from Innosuisse and CHF 10,000 (~USD 11,350) from Sports for Nature.