Amyris

Amyris, Inc. is a synthetic biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2003. The company focuses on developing sustainable, bio-based products by engineering microorganisms, primarily yeast, to convert plant-sourced sugars into valuable molecules through fermentation. Its mission is to replace fossil fuel-derived products with renewable alternatives across various industries. The product portfolio of Amyris includes specialty and performance chemicals, cosmetics and personal care ingredients, flavors and fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. Notable offerings include renewable hydrocarbons like farnesene, moisturizing agents such as squalane from sugarcane fermentation, and semi-synthetic artemisinin for antimalarial treatments. Amyris markets clean beauty and health products under several brand names, including Biossance and JVN. The company serves a diverse customer base across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, targeting sectors like cosmetics, nutrition, and clean energy. Amyris is committed to sustainability, ensuring responsible sourcing of sugarcane feedstock through certifications.