Ukhi is a material-science startup pioneering the conversion of agricultural waste into high-performance, compostable biopolymers. By replacing conventional plastics with planet-positive materials, Ukhi is driving the next wave of sustainable innovation for packaging, consumer goods, and industrial applications.
Their flagship product is EcoGran™, a biodegradable polymer granule used in sustainable packaging.
They also make bio-additives — fully compostable additives that give films or packaging anti-static, UV protection, odor control, or antimicrobial properties.
These materials are designed to work with standard manufacturing processes (like injection molding, blown film extrusion), so they can replace conventional plastics without massive retooling.
By using agricultural waste to make biopolymers, Ukhi is helping reduce crop burning (a major environmental issue) and giving value back to farmers.
Their materials fully compost (rather than lingering like traditional plastics), helping close the loop towards a truly circular economy.
In July 2025, Ukhi partnered with DCGpac (a large B2B packaging distributor) to scale distribution of EcoGran across India.
Ukhi raised $1.2 million in pre-seed funding in late 2024, backed by 100Unicorns, Venture Catalysts, and SIDBI.
They’ve gained significant recognition: awards, media features, and partnerships highlighting them as a sustainability leader.
They’ve achieved strong month-on-month growth in customer onboarding and platform usage, indicating clear product-market fit in the sustainability space.
