Billoba is a Swiss material science startup licensing a proprietary natural rubber functionalization process that replaces petroleum-based neoprene and alternatives in high-performance sportswear applications

Our technology produces a 100% petroleum-free, hypoallergenic foam with over 90% CO2 reduction versus synthetic alternatives, manufactured in Europe. The process has reached TRL6 through validation in real production environments, with a patent application currently pending.

We operate as an IP licensor were our Authorized Compounders produces a masterbatch under license, transferred to manufacturers through a controlled material pathway. Backed by Innosuisse and Venture Kick, we are actively advancing commercial partnerships across Europe.

News

09.12.2025 IMD Startup Competition announces 2026 Winners (startupticker.ch)

Milestones/News

19.05.2026 New Industrial Partner
20.03.2026 Pilot Project
27.10.2025 Industrial test for Process
29.09.2025 Partnership with ZHAW University
01.09.2025 Partnership with Industrial Partner
22.04.2024 NDA signed with technical partner
15.04.2024 Approval of the Technical Partner to support on the research and development of a new high performant material
05.04.2024 Confirmation of the Chemical Composition and methods to remove the heavy metal content