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DNA marking technology for forensic-level traceability of materials, ensuring origin and authenticity in supply chains.
Haelixa, a Switzerland-based company, develops DNA-based marking technology for forensic-level traceability of materials across supply chains. This proprietary solution embeds invisible tracers into textiles, precious metals, gemstones, and food products, creating a permanent, verifiable fingerprint to prove origin and authenticity, combating counterfeiting and enabling transparency in both linear and circular economies. The late-stage company has secured €2 million in pre-series A funding, led by Verve Ventures and Zurich Kantonalbank, and generates seven-figure revenues from multi-year commercial agreements. It has also received over 20 global awards for its innovative approach. Haelixa's board includes industry veterans such as Petri Alava, founder of Infinited Fiber, and Anne-Laure Descours, former Chief Sourcing Officer at PUMA, alongside CEO Patrick Strumpf. Haelixa was founded in 2016 as an ETH Zürich spin-off by Michela Puddu and Gediminas Mikutis.
Haelixa has raised $238.5M across 4 funding rounds.
Haelixa's solutions are primarily adopted by textile, luxury, and broader consumer goods brands seeking to verify material authenticity, track product origins, and combat counterfeiting.
The technology ensures supply chain integrity by allowing brands to verify the authenticity of materials and track product origins, thereby enhancing transparency and preventing fraudulent activities like counterfeiting.
Haelixa's solutions are primarily adopted by textile, luxury, and broader consumer goods brands seeking to verify material authenticity, track product origins, and combat counterfeiting.
The technology ensures supply chain integrity by allowing brands to verify the authenticity of materials and track product origins, thereby enhancing transparency and preventing fraudulent activities like counterfeiting.
Haelixa has raised $238.5M across 4 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $2.4M Seed in February 2026.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | $2.4M Seed | Verve Ventures, Zürcher Kantonal Bank | 212 | Announced |
| Feb 3, 2026 | $236M Series A | Verve Ventures, Zürcher Kantonalbank | 212 Next | Announced |
| Feb 15, 2017 | $130K Grant | Venture Kick | — | Announced |
| Jul 5, 2016 | $30K Grant | Venture Kick | — | Announced |
The core of Haelixa's offering is its DNA-based marking technology. This solution involves applying unique, invisible DNA markers directly to materials or products. These markers serve as an immutable identifier, enabling brands to trace the journey of their goods and raw materials throughout the supply chain.
The technology is particularly utilized by textile and luxury brands to address critical issues such as material authenticity, origin verification, and anti-counterfeiting. By embedding these DNA markers, Haelixa empowers brands to confirm that materials are genuine and sourced responsibly, and that finished products are not counterfeit.
Haelixa's approach provides a robust method for ensuring that every product can tell a verified story, from raw material to the consumer. This capability helps brands uphold their reputation, comply with ethical sourcing standards, and protect against fraudulent activities in the market.
Ultimately, Haelixa aims to provide a bulletproof solution for brands seeking to maintain high levels of trust and transparency with their customers. The company's focus on deep tech innovation supports responsible brands in verifying material origins and ensuring product integrity across complex global supply chains.